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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.
Trevor Story headshot
Toronto Blue Jays
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Carson Benge headshot
Houston Astros
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Jordan Walker headshot
Los Angeles Angels
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Bo Bichette headshot
Houston Astros
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Ozzie Albies headshot
New York Yankees
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Ronald Acuna Jr. headshot
Toronto Blue Jays
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Jonah Heim headshot
Cincinnati Reds
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Tommy Edman headshot
Seattle Mariners
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Lars Nootbaar headshot
Milwaukee Brewers
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Andres Gimenez headshot
Minnesota Twins
.523 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .273
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 20
H 4
RBI 1
Nico Hoerner headshot
Baltimore Orioles
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Christopher Morel headshot
Atlanta Braves
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Jackson Merrill headshot
Detroit Tigers
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Sal Stewart headshot
Kansas City Royals
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Ryan O'Hearn headshot
Philadelphia Phillies
.523 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .273
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 20
H 4
RBI 1
Wenceel Perez headshot
Baltimore Orioles
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Cody Bellinger headshot
Tampa Bay Rays
.522 OPS
AVG .213
OBP .224
SLG .298
HR 1
AB 47
H 10
RBI 5
Jordan Walker headshot
Colorado Rockies
.522 OPS
AVG .192
OBP .214
SLG .308
HR 1
AB 26
H 5
RBI 3
Chandler Simpson headshot
Chicago White Sox
.522 OPS
AVG .261
OBP .261
SLG .261
HR 0
AB 23
H 6
RBI 0
Salvador Perez headshot
Cleveland Indians
.522 OPS
AVG .180
OBP .222
SLG .300
HR 1
AB 50
H 9
RBI 10
James Outman headshot
Houston Astros
.522 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .308
HR 1
AB 26
H 4
RBI 3
Ben Rice headshot
Detroit Tigers
.522 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .231
SLG .292
HR 1
AB 24
H 4
RBI 1
Ezequiel Tovar headshot
St. Louis Cardinals
.522 OPS
AVG .222
OBP .300
SLG .222
HR 0
AB 18
H 4
RBI 0
Michael Harris II headshot
Chicago Cubs
.522 OPS
AVG .261
OBP .261
SLG .261
HR 0
AB 23
H 6
RBI 0
Otto Lopez headshot
New York Mets
.522 OPS
AVG .191
OBP .245
SLG .277
HR 0
AB 47
H 9
RBI 6

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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