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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.
Shea Langeliers headshot
Houston Astros
.377 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .227
SLG .150
HR 0
AB 40
H 6
RBI 0
Ronald Acuna Jr. headshot
Milwaukee Brewers
.377 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .286
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Jake Bauers headshot
Miami Marlins
.376 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .240
SLG .136
HR 0
AB 22
H 3
RBI 0
Cam Smith headshot
New York Yankees
.376 OPS
AVG .059
OBP .200
SLG .176
HR 0
AB 17
H 1
RBI 1
Agustin Ramirez headshot
Chicago Cubs
.375 OPS
AVG .188
OBP .188
SLG .188
HR 0
AB 16
H 3
RBI 1
Rikuu Nishida headshot
Minnesota Twins
.375 OPS
AVG .188
OBP .188
SLG .188
HR 0
AB 16
H 3
RBI 0
Chandler Simpson headshot
Houston Astros
.375 OPS
AVG .188
OBP .188
SLG .188
HR 0
AB 16
H 3
RBI 2
Jonah Heim headshot
Minnesota Twins
.375 OPS
AVG .188
OBP .188
SLG .188
HR 0
AB 16
H 3
RBI 0
Henry Davis headshot
St. Louis Cardinals
.374 OPS
AVG .095
OBP .136
SLG .238
HR 1
AB 21
H 2
RBI 1
Manny Machado headshot
Seattle Mariners
.374 OPS
AVG .130
OBP .200
SLG .174
HR 0
AB 23
H 3
RBI 1
Cam Smith headshot
Baltimore Orioles
.374 OPS
AVG .095
OBP .136
SLG .238
HR 1
AB 21
H 2
RBI 3
Lenyn Sosa headshot
Los Angeles Angels
.374 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .143
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 3
Daniel Schneemann headshot
Minnesota Twins
.374 OPS
AVG .111
OBP .226
SLG .148
HR 0
AB 27
H 3
RBI 0
Brandon Marsh headshot
Toronto Blue Jays
.372 OPS
AVG .087
OBP .241
SLG .130
HR 0
AB 23
H 2
RBI 2
Jarren Duran headshot
Baltimore Orioles
.372 OPS
AVG .135
OBP .161
SLG .212
HR 0
AB 52
H 7
RBI 4
Adley Rutschman headshot
New York Yankees
.371 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .146
SLG .225
HR 1
AB 40
H 6
RBI 3
Daylen Lile headshot
New York Mets
.371 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .179
SLG .192
HR 0
AB 52
H 8
RBI 2
William Contreras headshot
St. Louis Cardinals
.371 OPS
AVG .140
OBP .208
SLG .163
HR 0
AB 43
H 6
RBI 5
Austin Wells headshot
Baltimore Orioles
.369 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .235
SLG .133
HR 0
AB 30
H 4
RBI 0
Jose Siri headshot
Houston Astros
.369 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .235
SLG .133
HR 0
AB 15
H 2
RBI 1
Austin Wells headshot
New York Mets
.368 OPS
AVG .105
OBP .105
SLG .263
HR 1
AB 19
H 2
RBI 1
Roman Anthony headshot
Toronto Blue Jays
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 1
Jose Fermin headshot
Atlanta Braves
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 2
Tommy Edman headshot
Detroit Tigers
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Heriberto Hernandez headshot
Los Angeles Dodgers
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
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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