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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 DraftKings Optimizer.
| P One | Stephen Strasburg |
| P Two | Sonny Gray |
| C | Buster Posey |
| 1B | Rhys Hoskins |
| 2B | José Altuve |
| SS | Javier Báez |
| 3B | Matt Duffy |
| OF One | Lewis Brinson |
| OF Two | Jon Jay |
| OF Three | Juan Lagares |
| Salary | $45,900 |
| Expected Points | 100.1 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonny Gray | DET | $9,700 | 19.83 | 2.04 |
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,400 | 17.59 | 1.69 |
| Clayton Kershaw | STL | $12,000 | 17.49 | 1.46 |
| Michael Pineda | OAK | $8,900 | 15.57 | 1.75 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sonny Gray | DET | $9,700 | 19.83 | 2.04 |
| Aaron Sanchez | KC | $6,800 | 13.25 | 1.95 |
| Michael Wacha | WSH | $4,700 | 9.09 | 1.93 |
| Dylan Bundy | BAL | $7,400 | 14.02 | 1.89 |
Catcher
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.T. Realmuto | ARZ | $5,000 | 9.94 | 1.99 |
| Yasmani Grandal | STL | $4,200 | 8.79 | 2.09 |
| Mitch Garver | OAK | $5,200 | 8.61 | 1.66 |
| Gary Sánchez | DET | $4,300 | 8.57 | 1.99 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Hedges | SD | $2,700 | 7.14 | 2.64 |
| Yadier Molina | WSH | $2,900 | 7.34 | 2.53 |
| Martín Maldonado | MIL | $2,600 | 6.54 | 2.52 |
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,900 | 6.85 | 2.36 |
First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $5,300 | 10.33 | 1.95 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,700 | 9.46 | 2.01 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,300 | 9.35 | 2.18 |
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $3,900 | 9.20 | 2.36 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Nola | ARZ | $3,900 | 9.20 | 2.36 |
| Miguel Cabrera | CHW | $3,400 | 7.99 | 2.35 |
| Ji-Man Choi | DET | $3,700 | 8.27 | 2.24 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $4,300 | 9.35 | 2.18 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,900 | 10.28 | 2.10 |
| DJ LeMahieu | TB | $5,000 | 9.55 | 1.91 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $5,000 | 9.47 | 1.89 |
| Eduardo Escobar | OAK | $5,100 | 9.41 | 1.85 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yolmer Sánchez | MIN | $2,600 | 6.84 | 2.63 |
| Hernán Pérez | CLE | $3,000 | 7.27 | 2.42 |
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $3,400 | 8.03 | 2.36 |
| Adam Frazier | LAD | $3,300 | 7.54 | 2.29 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trevor Story | TB | $5,400 | 10.30 | 1.91 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $5,100 | 10.08 | 1.98 |
| Javier Báez | ATL | $4,500 | 9.47 | 2.11 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,700 | 9.26 | 1.97 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J.P. Crawford | HOU | $3,500 | 7.93 | 2.27 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $3,700 | 8.12 | 2.19 |
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $3,100 | 6.80 | 2.19 |
| Freddy Galvis | SD | $3,900 | 8.27 | 2.12 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $5,300 | 10.44 | 1.97 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $5,200 | 9.92 | 1.91 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $5,500 | 9.83 | 1.79 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $4,700 | 9.74 | 2.07 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawel Lugo | CHW | $2,500 | 6.54 | 2.62 |
| Ryan Goins | KC | $2,700 | 6.99 | 2.59 |
| Asdrúbal Cabrera | CIN | $3,600 | 8.25 | 2.29 |
| Manny Machado | BAL | $3,900 | 8.60 | 2.21 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $10,800 | 12.32 | 1.14 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $5,700 | 11.96 | 2.10 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $5,300 | 10.72 | 2.02 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $5,100 | 10.52 | 2.06 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lewis Brinson | CLE | $2,000 | 6.24 | 3.12 |
| Jon Jay | ATL | $2,200 | 6.33 | 2.88 |
| Juan Lagares | CIN | $2,100 | 6.04 | 2.88 |
| Harrison Bader | WSH | $2,700 | 7.20 | 2.67 |
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.