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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.
Matt McLain headshot
Chicago White Sox
.258 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .167
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Jorge Soler headshot
Chicago Cubs
.258 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .167
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Carson Benge headshot
Boston Red Sox
.258 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .167
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Casey Schmitt headshot
Cincinnati Reds
.258 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .167
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 1
Dane Myers headshot
Oakland Athletics
.258 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .167
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 1
Luis Garcia headshot
New York Yankees
.258 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .167
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Dansby Swanson headshot
Miami Marlins
.258 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .167
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 2
Christian Walker headshot
New York Mets
.258 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .167
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Cole Young headshot
Chicago Cubs
.258 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .167
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Garrett Mitchell headshot
Texas Rangers
.258 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .167
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Sal Frelick headshot
Tampa Bay Rays
.258 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .167
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Keibert Ruiz headshot
Atlanta Braves
.255 OPS
AVG .087
OBP .125
SLG .130
HR 0
AB 23
H 2
RBI 0
Mookie Betts headshot
Milwaukee Brewers
.254 OPS
AVG .111
OBP .143
SLG .111
HR 0
AB 27
H 3
RBI 1
Mike Yastrzemski headshot
Colorado Rockies
.250 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .125
SLG .125
HR 0
AB 16
H 2
RBI 0
Matt Vierling headshot
Minnesota Twins
.250 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Jose Fermin headshot
Miami Marlins
.250 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Luis Robert headshot
Minnesota Twins
.250 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 1
Ivan Herrera headshot
Toronto Blue Jays
.250 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Kameron Misner headshot
Tampa Bay Rays
.250 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 1
Maikel Garcia headshot
St. Louis Cardinals
.250 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .100
SLG .150
HR 0
AB 20
H 2
RBI 0
Bryce Eldridge headshot
Oakland Athletics
.250 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .250
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 12
H 0
RBI 0
Austin Wells headshot
Detroit Tigers
.250 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 1
Marcell Ozuna headshot
Chicago Cubs
.248 OPS
AVG .097
OBP .152
SLG .097
HR 0
AB 31
H 3
RBI 1
Kazuma Okamoto headshot
Chicago White Sox
.248 OPS
AVG .048
OBP .200
SLG .048
HR 0
AB 21
H 1
RBI 0
Andrew Benintendi headshot
Houston Astros
.247 OPS
AVG .087
OBP .160
SLG .087
HR 0
AB 23
H 2
RBI 2

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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