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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 | Zach Eflin |
| C/1B | Rowdy Tellez |
| 2B | Derek Dietrich |
| SS | Trevor Story |
| 3B | José Ramírez |
| OF One | Jake Cave |
| OF Two | Mallex Smith |
| OF Three | Jarrod Dyson |
| Util | Alex Bregman |
| Salary | $29,900 |
| Expected Points | 120.71 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Clevinger | LAA | $11,200 | 41.06 | 3.67 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $9,300 | 38.61 | 4.15 |
| José Quintana | ATL | $10,400 | 34.07 | 3.28 |
| Chris Bassitt | SEA | $8,300 | 32.82 | 3.95 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zach Eflin | HOU | $5,900 | 26.99 | 4.57 |
| Madison Bumgarner | SF | $9,300 | 38.61 | 4.15 |
| Alex Wood | STL | $6,600 | 27.20 | 4.12 |
| Chris Bassitt | SEA | $8,300 | 32.82 | 3.95 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $4,000 | 13.17 | 3.29 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,000 | 12.49 | 3.12 |
| Danny Santana | NYM | $3,400 | 12.07 | 3.55 |
| Anthony Rizzo | ATL | $4,300 | 11.91 | 2.77 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rowdy Tellez | KC | $2,400 | 10.78 | 4.49 |
| Tony Wolters | TB | $2,000 | 8.58 | 4.29 |
| Chris Davis | BAL | $2,000 | 8.31 | 4.16 |
| Meibrys Viloria | NYY | $2,200 | 9.16 | 4.16 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,000 | 13.14 | 3.29 |
| Gleyber Torres | DET | $4,000 | 12.19 | 3.05 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,300 | 11.37 | 3.45 |
| Jason Kipnis | LAA | $3,100 | 11.22 | 3.62 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Derek Dietrich | ARZ | $2,200 | 10.09 | 4.58 |
| Greg Garcia | WSH | $2,300 | 10.04 | 4.37 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,400 | 10.02 | 4.18 |
| Kiké Hernández | STL | $2,500 | 10.42 | 4.17 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,200 | 14.41 | 3.43 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,300 | 13.51 | 3.14 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $3,900 | 13.22 | 3.39 |
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,300 | 13.07 | 3.96 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Villar | CLE | $3,300 | 13.07 | 3.96 |
| Erik González | LAA | $2,000 | 7.80 | 3.90 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $3,000 | 10.72 | 3.57 |
| Tim Anderson | MIN | $3,200 | 11.37 | 3.55 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $4,400 | 13.52 | 3.07 |
| José Ramírez | NYM | $3,700 | 13.33 | 3.60 |
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,100 | 12.76 | 3.11 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,100 | 12.41 | 3.03 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rio Ruiz | NYM | $2,000 | 8.35 | 4.18 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,300 | 9.21 | 4.00 |
| José Osuna | LAD | $2,500 | 9.83 | 3.93 |
| Renato Núñez | SEA | $3,100 | 12.02 | 3.88 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,700 | 15.61 | 3.32 |
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,600 | 15.47 | 3.36 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $4,000 | 14.25 | 3.56 |
| George Springer | PIT | $4,100 | 13.52 | 3.30 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Cave | DET | $2,100 | 9.83 | 4.68 |
| Harrison Bader | WSH | $2,200 | 9.74 | 4.43 |
| Tyler Naquin | LAA | $2,100 | 9.00 | 4.29 |
| Matt Joyce | SEA | $2,200 | 9.35 | 4.25 |
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.