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Optimal Lineup
Updated Throughout the Day
Optimal lineups are generated to demonstrate groups of players that work well together. This should be used only as a thought-starter for your lineups. This lineup may not conform to exact requirements of DraftKings (ie. players from one team), and may cross over multiple slates. For more detailed and customizable lineup generation, please use the MLB FanDuel Optimizer.
| P | Trevor Bauer |
| C/1B | Kyle Farmer |
| 2B | José Peraza |
| SS | Jonathan Villar |
| 3B | Alex Bregman |
| OF One | Jake Cave |
| OF Two | Phillip Ervin |
| OF Three | Whit Merrifield |
| Util | Trea Turner |
| Salary | $34,000 |
| Expected Points | 132.77 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Bauer | LAA | $10,200 | 37.92 | 3.72 |
| Marco Gonzales | TEX | $8,700 | 33.20 | 3.82 |
| Wade Miley | BAL | $9,000 | 32.84 | 3.65 |
| Kyle Gibson | OAK | $7,400 | 29.62 | 4.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Gibson | OAK | $7,400 | 29.62 | 4.00 |
| Zach Davies | CLE | $6,000 | 23.64 | 3.94 |
| Marco Gonzales | TEX | $8,700 | 33.20 | 3.82 |
| Joe Ross | CHC | $7,300 | 27.42 | 3.76 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Santana | NYM | $3,600 | 12.94 | 3.59 |
| Trey Mancini | BAL | $4,100 | 12.22 | 2.98 |
| Josh Bell | LAD | $4,100 | 11.96 | 2.92 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,900 | 11.86 | 4.09 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kyle Farmer | STL | $2,100 | 9.44 | 4.50 |
| Matt Adams | NYM | $2,900 | 11.86 | 4.09 |
| John Hicks | CHW | $2,200 | 8.89 | 4.04 |
| Robinson Chirinos | TOR | $2,700 | 10.72 | 3.97 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $3,100 | 11.44 | 3.69 |
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,400 | 10.97 | 4.57 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $2,800 | 10.64 | 3.80 |
| Ryan McMahon | TB | $3,300 | 10.42 | 3.16 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Peraza | PHI | $2,000 | 9.72 | 4.86 |
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,000 | 9.64 | 4.82 |
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,400 | 10.97 | 4.57 |
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,100 | 8.50 | 4.05 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,200 | 13.61 | 3.24 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $4,100 | 13.41 | 3.27 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,500 | 13.26 | 3.79 |
| Carlos Correa | PIT | $4,000 | 13.07 | 3.27 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,500 | 13.26 | 3.79 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $3,000 | 10.68 | 3.56 |
| Elvis Andrus | TOR | $3,300 | 11.62 | 3.52 |
| Paul DeJong | WSH | $3,200 | 11.18 | 3.49 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,400 | 14.71 | 3.34 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,300 | 13.31 | 3.10 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,100 | 13.06 | 3.19 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $4,000 | 11.99 | 3.00 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,000 | 8.70 | 4.35 |
| Colin Moran | PIT | $2,500 | 9.86 | 3.95 |
| Ryan Goins | KC | $2,500 | 9.84 | 3.94 |
| Dawel Lugo | CHW | $2,200 | 8.42 | 3.83 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,900 | 16.94 | 3.46 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,900 | 15.52 | 3.17 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $4,000 | 13.59 | 3.40 |
| George Springer | PIT | $4,300 | 13.41 | 3.12 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Cave | DET | $2,000 | 9.90 | 4.95 |
| Phillip Ervin | PHI | $2,500 | 11.08 | 4.43 |
| Jace Peterson | NYM | $2,500 | 10.90 | 4.36 |
| Ben Gamel | TEX | $2,100 | 9.02 | 4.30 |
Picks are based on historical performance and match-up. Picks are updated regularly, but we advise that you keep up to date on late-day roster moves and injuries – those are not taken into consideration. Sports from the Basement provides no warranty on these suggestions and readers should make picks at their own risk. Sample lineups are provided as thought-starters, and are not intended for direct use.