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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 | Zack Greinke |
| C/1B | Carlos Santana |
| 2B | Jedd Gyorko |
| SS | Trea Turner |
| 3B | Brian Anderson |
| OF One | Yairo Muñoz |
| OF Two | Jake Cave |
| OF Three | Brian Goodwin |
| Util | Danny Santana |
| Salary | $33,100 |
| Expected Points | 135.9 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lance Lynn | WSH | $10,000 | 38.86 | 3.89 |
| Jack Flaherty | WSH | $10,700 | 35.98 | 3.36 |
| José Quintana | ATL | $9,500 | 35.96 | 3.79 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $9,000 | 33.97 | 3.77 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Martín Pérez | TOR | $6,600 | 26.56 | 4.02 |
| Lance Lynn | WSH | $10,000 | 38.86 | 3.89 |
| José Quintana | ATL | $9,500 | 35.96 | 3.79 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $9,000 | 33.97 | 3.77 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Danny Santana | NYM | $3,600 | 14.07 | 3.91 |
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $4,100 | 13.40 | 3.27 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,300 | 13.14 | 3.06 |
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $3,900 | 12.61 | 3.23 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowdy Tellez | KC | $2,300 | 10.96 | 4.77 |
| Brian McCann | PIT | $2,400 | 10.36 | 4.32 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,100 | 9.05 | 4.31 |
| Manny Piña | CLE | $2,200 | 9.22 | 4.19 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,200 | 13.14 | 3.13 |
| Ryan McMahon | TB | $3,800 | 12.03 | 3.16 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,400 | 11.70 | 3.44 |
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,400 | 11.55 | 4.81 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jedd Gyorko | WSH | $2,000 | 9.98 | 4.99 |
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $2,400 | 11.55 | 4.81 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,300 | 10.15 | 4.41 |
| Wilmer Flores | CIN | $2,600 | 10.52 | 4.05 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,500 | 14.64 | 3.25 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,200 | 13.34 | 3.18 |
| Xander Bogaerts | BOS | $4,200 | 13.27 | 3.16 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,900 | 13.18 | 3.38 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ehire Adrianza | OAK | $2,100 | 9.53 | 4.54 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,700 | 11.00 | 4.08 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $2,700 | 10.65 | 3.95 |
| Mike Freeman | ATL | $2,300 | 8.39 | 3.65 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,300 | 13.96 | 3.25 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,600 | 13.56 | 2.95 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,300 | 13.38 | 3.11 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $4,400 | 13.10 | 2.98 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawel Lugo | CHW | $2,200 | 8.61 | 3.92 |
| Sean Rodríguez | LAD | $2,300 | 8.95 | 3.89 |
| Miguel Sanó | OAK | $3,400 | 12.91 | 3.80 |
| Gordon Beckham | TEX | $2,100 | 7.94 | 3.78 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,700 | 14.94 | 3.18 |
| Charlie Blackmon | TB | $4,700 | 14.37 | 3.06 |
| Mookie Betts | BOS | $4,300 | 14.09 | 3.28 |
| George Springer | PIT | $4,300 | 13.39 | 3.11 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yairo Muñoz | WSH | $2,000 | 10.57 | 5.29 |
| Jake Cave | DET | $2,000 | 9.63 | 4.81 |
| Brian Goodwin | CHC | $2,200 | 10.57 | 4.80 |
| Keon Broxton | CLE | $2,100 | 9.99 | 4.76 |
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.