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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.
Miguel Vargas headshot
New York Yankees
.414 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .200
SLG .214
HR 0
AB 28
H 4
RBI 0
Miguel Rojas headshot
Los Angeles Angels
.413 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .231
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Alec Bohm headshot
New York Yankees
.413 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 4
Zack Gelof headshot
San Diego Padres
.413 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Brandon Nimmo headshot
St. Louis Cardinals
.413 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .231
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Nick Sogard headshot
Pittsburgh Pirates
.413 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .231
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 2
Travis Bazzana headshot
Seattle Mariners
.413 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .231
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Jonah Cox headshot
Minnesota Twins
.413 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 1
Blaze Jordan headshot
Philadelphia Phillies
.412 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .176
SLG .235
HR 0
AB 17
H 3
RBI 0
Gary Sanchez headshot
Los Angeles Dodgers
.411 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .278
SLG .133
HR 0
AB 15
H 2
RBI 0
Daulton Varsho headshot
New York Mets
.411 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .200
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 19
H 3
RBI 4
J.P. Crawford headshot
Chicago White Sox
.411 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .278
SLG .133
HR 0
AB 15
H 2
RBI 0
Victor Caratini headshot
Chicago White Sox
.411 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .200
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 19
H 4
RBI 2
Josh Bell headshot
Tampa Bay Rays
.410 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .222
SLG .188
HR 0
AB 16
H 2
RBI 2
Tyler O'Neill headshot
Tampa Bay Rays
.410 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .229
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 33
H 6
RBI 2
Zach Neto headshot
Minnesota Twins
.410 OPS
AVG .120
OBP .290
SLG .120
HR 0
AB 25
H 3
RBI 0
Darell Hernaiz headshot
Texas Rangers
.410 OPS
AVG .188
OBP .222
SLG .188
HR 0
AB 16
H 3
RBI 2
Pete Alonso headshot
Oakland Athletics
.410 OPS
AVG .087
OBP .192
SLG .217
HR 1
AB 23
H 2
RBI 1
Jarren Duran headshot
Seattle Mariners
.410 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .160
SLG .250
HR 1
AB 24
H 3
RBI 2
Junior Caminero headshot
Cleveland Indians
.409 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .182
SLG .227
HR 0
AB 22
H 4
RBI 2
Nathan Lukes headshot
Houston Astros
.409 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .136
SLG .273
HR 1
AB 22
H 3
RBI 1
Brandon Lowe headshot
Miami Marlins
.409 OPS
AVG .115
OBP .179
SLG .231
HR 1
AB 26
H 3
RBI 1
Daylen Lile headshot
Chicago White Sox
.408 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .308
SLG .100
HR 0
AB 10
H 1
RBI 1
Ketel Marte headshot
Detroit Tigers
.408 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .308
SLG .100
HR 0
AB 10
H 1
RBI 1
J.P. Crawford headshot
St. Louis Cardinals
.408 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .308
SLG .100
HR 0
AB 10
H 1
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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