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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.
Mark Vientos headshot
Arizona Diamondbacks
.449 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .130
SLG .318
HR 1
AB 22
H 3
RBI 3
Spencer Horwitz headshot
Milwaukee Brewers
.448 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .231
SLG .217
HR 0
AB 23
H 4
RBI 7
Pedro Pages headshot
Kansas City Royals
.447 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .083
SLG .364
HR 1
AB 11
H 1
RBI 2
Patrick Bailey headshot
New York Yankees
.447 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .174
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 22
H 3
RBI 0
Sal Stewart headshot
Seattle Mariners
.447 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .083
SLG .364
HR 1
AB 11
H 1
RBI 4
Christian Encarnacion-Strand headshot
New York Yankees
.445 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Evan Carter headshot
Toronto Blue Jays
.445 OPS
AVG .231
OBP .214
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 3
RBI 2
Brice Turang headshot
Texas Rangers
.445 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Xavier Edwards headshot
Los Angeles Angels
.445 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 3
Yordan Alvarez headshot
Philadelphia Phillies
.445 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 1
Gunnar Henderson headshot
St. Louis Cardinals
.445 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 1
Jake Burger headshot
Cleveland Indians
.445 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .217
SLG .227
HR 0
AB 22
H 4
RBI 3
Yandy Diaz headshot
Pittsburgh Pirates
.445 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Masyn Winn headshot
Pittsburgh Pirates
.444 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .278
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 30
H 4
RBI 2
Kyle Karros headshot
Philadelphia Phillies
.444 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .167
SLG .278
HR 0
AB 18
H 3
RBI 4
Alec Burleson headshot
Atlanta Braves
.443 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .143
SLG .300
HR 1
AB 20
H 2
RBI 2
Ian Happ headshot
Chicago White Sox
.443 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .269
SLG .174
HR 0
AB 23
H 4
RBI 1
Daulton Varsho headshot
Tampa Bay Rays
.443 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .205
SLG .238
HR 1
AB 42
H 7
RBI 5
Francisco Lindor headshot
Los Angeles Dodgers
.442 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .192
SLG .250
HR 1
AB 24
H 3
RBI 2
Dillon Dingler headshot
Cleveland Indians
.441 OPS
AVG .137
OBP .167
SLG .275
HR 1
AB 51
H 7
RBI 4
Joc Pederson headshot
Baltimore Orioles
.441 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .133
SLG .308
HR 1
AB 13
H 1
RBI 3
David Hamilton headshot
Cincinnati Reds
.441 OPS
AVG .172
OBP .200
SLG .241
HR 0
AB 29
H 5
RBI 1
Ketel Marte headshot
Atlanta Braves
.440 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .190
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 20
H 3
RBI 1
J.T. Realmuto headshot
Colorado Rockies
.440 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .190
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 20
H 3
RBI 1
Francisco Alvarez headshot
Arizona Diamondbacks
.440 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .263
SLG .176
HR 0
AB 17
H 3
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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