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MLB Batting Splits 2026

Performance splits by handedness, home/away, and situational categories.

Batting splits break down a hitter's performance across different game situations. Platoon splits (vs LHP/RHP) are the most predictive for DFS and prop betting. Minimum 10 at-bats displayed.
.821 OPS
AVG .244
OBP .343
SLG .478
HR 6
AB 90
H 22
RBI 15
Cam Smith headshot
March
.821 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .400
SLG .421
HR 1
AB 19
H 4
RBI 1
Hao-Yu Lee headshot
Last 15 Days
.820 OPS
AVG .288
OBP .339
SLG .481
HR 2
AB 52
H 15
RBI 5
Zach Neto headshot
Last 15 Days
.820 OPS
AVG .227
OBP .433
SLG .386
HR 1
AB 44
H 10
RBI 4
Max Muncy headshot
September
.820 OPS
AVG .260
OBP .352
SLG .468
HR 3
AB 77
H 20
RBI 8
.820 OPS
AVG .255
OBP .320
SLG .500
HR 5
AB 94
H 24
RBI 14
.820 OPS
AVG .306
OBP .361
SLG .459
HR 2
AB 98
H 30
RBI 9
.820 OPS
AVG .273
OBP .320
SLG .500
HR 1
AB 22
H 6
RBI 2
.820 OPS
AVG .265
OBP .306
SLG .515
HR 5
AB 68
H 18
RBI 9
Colt Keith headshot
September
.820 OPS
AVG .267
OBP .353
SLG .467
HR 1
AB 30
H 8
RBI 4
Oswaldo Cabrera headshot
September
.819 OPS
AVG .308
OBP .357
SLG .462
HR 0
AB 13
H 4
RBI 0
Oswaldo Cabrera headshot
Last 15 Days
.819 OPS
AVG .308
OBP .357
SLG .462
HR 0
AB 13
H 4
RBI 0
Steven Kwan headshot
September
.819 OPS
AVG .315
OBP .406
SLG .413
HR 1
AB 92
H 29
RBI 5
Bryson Stott headshot
August
.819 OPS
AVG .284
OBP .409
SLG .411
HR 2
AB 95
H 27
RBI 11
Jose Fermin headshot
Last 15 Days
.819 OPS
AVG .348
OBP .385
SLG .435
HR 0
AB 23
H 8
RBI 2
.819 OPS
AVG .278
OBP .263
SLG .556
HR 1
AB 18
H 5
RBI 3
Oswaldo Cabrera headshot
Last 30 Days
.819 OPS
AVG .308
OBP .357
SLG .462
HR 0
AB 13
H 4
RBI 0
.819 OPS
AVG .274
OBP .312
SLG .507
HR 4
AB 73
H 20
RBI 10
.819 OPS
AVG .293
OBP .374
SLG .446
HR 4
AB 92
H 27
RBI 9
.819 OPS
AVG .308
OBP .357
SLG .462
HR 0
AB 13
H 4
RBI 0
.818 OPS
AVG .273
OBP .273
SLG .545
HR 1
AB 11
H 3
RBI 2
Jackson Merrill headshot
Last 15 Days
.818 OPS
AVG .333
OBP .360
SLG .458
HR 1
AB 48
H 16
RBI 5
.818 OPS
AVG .318
OBP .383
SLG .435
HR 1
AB 85
H 27
RBI 14
.818 OPS
AVG .235
OBP .328
SLG .490
HR 4
AB 51
H 12
RBI 7
Derek Hill headshot
Last 30 Days
.818 OPS
AVG .241
OBP .267
SLG .552
HR 2
AB 29
H 7
RBI 5

Understanding Monthly Splits

Monthly splits track a hitter's performance across the season. April through October each bring different conditions — weather, fatigue, roster composition, and pitcher workload all shift as the season progresses. Identifying hot and cold streaks is essential for in-season DFS and betting.

Early Season (March-April)

Cold weather suppresses offense league-wide. Pitchers are often fresher and throwing harder. Small sample sizes make early-season splits volatile — a 10-game hot streak in April can produce a misleading .400 AVG. Weight these splits cautiously until June.

Peak Season (May-August)

Warm weather boosts offense, and sample sizes become meaningful. By July, monthly splits reveal real trends — a hitter who consistently rakes in summer months is a reliable warm-weather producer. August fatigue can affect some players, especially catchers and older veterans.

Stretch Run (September-October)

September roster expansions change matchup dynamics. October splits only apply to playoff teams. For DFS and betting, September splits are useful for identifying hitters who finish strong under pressure — these "second-half" hitters are often undervalued by the market.

Data Source & Methodology

Batting splits sourced from MLB Stats API. Stats reflect current season data and update daily as games are played.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are monthly batting splits predictive?

Monthly splits are more descriptive than predictive for individual months. However, consistent patterns across multiple seasons (e.g., a hitter who always rakes in July-August) can signal real tendencies. Use monthly splits to identify hot streaks and cold spells within the current season rather than predicting future months.

Why do hitters perform differently by month?

Weather is the biggest factor — cold April air suppresses fly balls, while summer heat helps the ball carry. Pitcher fatigue accumulates over the season, often boosting hitter stats in August-September. Some hitters also have personal patterns tied to conditioning, injury history, or mechanical adjustments.

How should I use monthly splits for DFS?

Use current-month splits to identify who is hot right now. A hitter slashing .350/.400/.600 in the current month is likely seeing the ball well and making hard contact. Combine monthly form with matchup data for the strongest DFS plays. Don't chase month-old hot streaks that have already cooled.
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