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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 | Stephen Strasburg |
| C/1B | Mike Zunino |
| 2B | Joey Wendle |
| SS | Alex Bregman |
| 3B | Dawel Lugo |
| OF One | Jake Marisnick |
| OF Two | Alex Gordon |
| OF Three | Victor Reyes |
| Util | Carlos Santana |
| Salary | $32,000 |
| Expected Points | 123.72 |
Player expected costs and values are calculated every thirty minutes throughout the day.
Pitchers
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stephen Strasburg | CHC | $10,100 | 36.46 | 3.61 |
| Matthew Boyd | CHW | $9,400 | 31.91 | 3.39 |
| Dylan Bundy | BAL | $7,100 | 29.65 | 4.18 |
| Steven Matz | CIN | $8,300 | 29.55 | 3.56 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dylan Bundy | BAL | $7,100 | 29.65 | 4.18 |
| Martín Pérez | TOR | $6,700 | 25.70 | 3.84 |
| Clay Buchholz | HOU | $6,000 | 22.84 | 3.81 |
| Cole Hamels | TOR | $7,700 | 28.60 | 3.71 |
Catcher/First Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlos Santana | HOU | $4,000 | 12.92 | 3.23 |
| Danny Santana | NYM | $3,200 | 12.54 | 3.92 |
| Freddie Freeman | NYM | $4,600 | 12.51 | 2.72 |
| Rhys Hoskins | HOU | $3,900 | 12.41 | 3.18 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Zunino | TEX | $2,000 | 9.31 | 4.66 |
| Gerardo Parra | TB | $2,100 | 8.95 | 4.26 |
| Kevin Plawecki | CIN | $2,000 | 8.34 | 4.17 |
| Kurt Suzuki | NYM | $2,400 | 9.98 | 4.16 |
Second Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| José Altuve | PIT | $4,000 | 13.49 | 3.37 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,000 | 11.67 | 3.89 |
| Ozzie Albies | NYM | $3,700 | 11.52 | 3.11 |
| Eric Sogard | CLE | $2,900 | 11.20 | 3.86 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Addison Russell | ATL | $2,000 | 8.62 | 4.31 |
| Brian Dozier | OAK | $2,400 | 9.49 | 3.95 |
| Whit Merrifield | NYY | $3,000 | 11.67 | 3.89 |
| Rougned Odor | TOR | $2,700 | 10.49 | 3.88 |
Short Stop
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,200 | 15.31 | 3.65 |
| Francisco Lindor | LAA | $4,300 | 13.65 | 3.17 |
| Trevor Story | TB | $4,200 | 13.18 | 3.14 |
| Trea Turner | CHC | $3,900 | 12.75 | 3.27 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jordy Mercer | LAD | $2,100 | 8.61 | 4.10 |
| Amed Rosario | CIN | $2,900 | 10.64 | 3.67 |
| Alex Bregman | PIT | $4,200 | 15.31 | 3.65 |
| José Iglesias | CHW | $2,600 | 9.47 | 3.64 |
Third Base
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nolan Arenado | TB | $4,400 | 13.12 | 2.98 |
| Anthony Rendon | CHC | $4,100 | 12.86 | 3.14 |
| Josh Donaldson | KC | $3,900 | 12.31 | 3.16 |
| Rafael Devers | BOS | $4,400 | 12.18 | 2.77 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawel Lugo | CHW | $2,100 | 9.51 | 4.53 |
| Starlin Castro | ARZ | $2,300 | 10.19 | 4.43 |
| José Osuna | LAD | $2,400 | 9.87 | 4.11 |
| Gordon Beckham | TEX | $2,200 | 7.89 | 3.59 |
Outfield
Best Rating
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mike Trout | MIL | $4,700 | 15.22 | 3.24 |
| Christian Yelich | ARZ | $4,800 | 13.98 | 2.91 |
| Nelson Cruz | TEX | $4,000 | 13.89 | 3.47 |
| Cody Bellinger | STL | $4,600 | 12.89 | 2.80 |
Best Values
| Name | Team | Cost | Expected | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jake Marisnick | PIT | $2,300 | 9.76 | 4.24 |
| Teoscar Hernández | KC | $2,400 | 9.77 | 4.07 |
| Victor Reyes | CHW | $2,600 | 10.55 | 4.06 |
| Alex Gordon | NYY | $2,700 | 10.86 | 4.02 |
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.