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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.
Xander Bogaerts headshot
Washington Nationals
.728 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .360
SLG .368
HR 1
AB 19
H 4
RBI 2
Victor Scott II headshot
Milwaukee Brewers
.728 OPS
AVG .313
OBP .353
SLG .375
HR 0
AB 16
H 5
RBI 0
Coby Mayo headshot
Tampa Bay Rays
.728 OPS
AVG .235
OBP .316
SLG .412
HR 1
AB 34
H 8
RBI 1
Christian Yelich headshot
Oakland Athletics
.728 OPS
AVG .313
OBP .353
SLG .375
HR 0
AB 16
H 5
RBI 1
Luisangel Acuna headshot
Toronto Blue Jays
.727 OPS
AVG .364
OBP .364
SLG .364
HR 0
AB 11
H 4
RBI 0
Nicky Lopez headshot
San Diego Padres
.727 OPS
AVG .364
OBP .364
SLG .364
HR 0
AB 11
H 4
RBI 0
Nicky Lopez headshot
Detroit Tigers
.727 OPS
AVG .364
OBP .364
SLG .364
HR 0
AB 11
H 4
RBI 1
Nicky Lopez headshot
Atlanta Braves
.727 OPS
AVG .364
OBP .364
SLG .364
HR 0
AB 11
H 4
RBI 1
Jonah Cox headshot
New York Mets
.727 OPS
AVG .364
OBP .364
SLG .364
HR 0
AB 11
H 4
RBI 0
Manny Machado headshot
Colorado Rockies
.727 OPS
AVG .265
OBP .339
SLG .388
HR 2
AB 49
H 13
RBI 9
Teoscar Hernandez headshot
Cleveland Indians
.727 OPS
AVG .364
OBP .364
SLG .364
HR 0
AB 11
H 4
RBI 1
Henry Bolte headshot
Cincinnati Reds
.727 OPS
AVG .364
OBP .364
SLG .364
HR 0
AB 11
H 4
RBI 0
Joey Bart headshot
San Francisco Giants
.727 OPS
AVG .364
OBP .364
SLG .364
HR 0
AB 11
H 4
RBI 2
Lawrence Butler headshot
Pittsburgh Pirates
.727 OPS
AVG .273
OBP .273
SLG .455
HR 0
AB 11
H 3
RBI 2
Jesus Sanchez headshot
New York Yankees
.727 OPS
AVG .259
OBP .394
SLG .333
HR 0
AB 27
H 7
RBI 2
Jake Meyers headshot
Oakland Athletics
.727 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .346
SLG .381
HR 1
AB 21
H 5
RBI 3
Francisco Alvarez headshot
Toronto Blue Jays
.727 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .182
SLG .545
HR 1
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Tyrone Taylor headshot
Arizona Diamondbacks
.727 OPS
AVG .273
OBP .273
SLG .455
HR 0
AB 11
H 3
RBI 0
Ezequiel Duran headshot
Oakland Athletics
.727 OPS
AVG .243
OBP .349
SLG .378
HR 1
AB 37
H 9
RBI 4
Ramon Laureano headshot
Philadelphia Phillies
.727 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .182
SLG .545
HR 1
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Luke Keaschall headshot
Chicago White Sox
.727 OPS
AVG .289
OBP .327
SLG .400
HR 1
AB 45
H 13
RBI 4
Alec Bohm headshot
Boston Red Sox
.727 OPS
AVG .364
OBP .364
SLG .364
HR 0
AB 11
H 4
RBI 0
Hyeseong Kim headshot
Chicago Cubs
.727 OPS
AVG .364
OBP .364
SLG .364
HR 0
AB 11
H 4
RBI 2
Casey Schmitt headshot
Tampa Bay Rays
.727 OPS
AVG .364
OBP .364
SLG .364
HR 0
AB 11
H 4
RBI 1
Sean Murphy headshot
Miami Marlins
.727 OPS
AVG .364
OBP .364
SLG .364
HR 0
AB 11
H 4
RBI 0

Understanding Opponent Splits

Opponent splits reveal how a hitter performs against each MLB team. These splits capture the combined effect of a team's pitching staff, defensive alignment, and park factors. Some hitters consistently dominate certain teams due to favorable pitching matchups.

Team-Specific Matchups

Some hitters own certain teams. This often reflects favorable matchups against that team's pitching staff — handedness advantages, pitch-type weaknesses, or familiarity from division play. Division rivals face each other 13+ times per season, creating larger sample sizes.

Stacking by Opponent

For DFS, opponent splits help identify entire lineups to stack. If multiple hitters on a team have strong splits against today's opponent, that's a high-correlation stack. Combine with the opposing starter's recent form for maximum edge.

Sample Size Caution

Opponent splits against non-division teams can be small (3-4 games per season). Weight division matchups more heavily since they have 13+ games of data. A .400 AVG in 10 at-bats against a team is interesting but not predictive on its own.

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

How reliable are opponent batting splits?

Division opponent splits are the most reliable since hitters face those teams 13+ times per season. Interleague and non-division splits have smaller sample sizes (3-7 games) and should be weighted less heavily. Always check the at-bat count before drawing conclusions.

How do I use opponent splits for DFS stacks?

Find teams where multiple hitters have strong splits against today's opponent. Stack 3-4 hitters from that team in your DFS lineup for high correlation. This works especially well when the opposing starter is also weak against that lineup's handedness profile.

Why do some hitters crush certain teams?

It usually comes down to pitching staff matchups. A hitter might face favorable pitch types, have platoon advantages against most of a team's rotation, or thrive at that team's home park. Division familiarity also plays a role — hitters see the same pitchers repeatedly.
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