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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.
Lawrence Butler headshot
Los Angeles Angels
1.038 OPS
AVG .387
OBP .457
SLG .581
HR 1
AB 31
H 12
RBI 4
David Hamilton headshot
Detroit Tigers
1.038 OPS
AVG .500
OBP .538
SLG .500
HR 0
AB 12
H 6
RBI 1
Salvador Perez headshot
St. Louis Cardinals
1.037 OPS
AVG .333
OBP .370
SLG .667
HR 2
AB 24
H 8
RBI 4
Ronny Mauricio headshot
Washington Nationals
1.037 OPS
AVG .263
OBP .300
SLG .737
HR 3
AB 19
H 5
RBI 5
Bobby Witt Jr. headshot
Los Angeles Angels
1.037 OPS
AVG .280
OBP .357
SLG .680
HR 2
AB 25
H 7
RBI 3
Alex Freeland headshot
Arizona Diamondbacks
1.037 OPS
AVG .375
OBP .412
SLG .625
HR 1
AB 16
H 6
RBI 3
Nolan Arenado headshot
San Diego Padres
1.036 OPS
AVG .326
OBP .408
SLG .628
HR 4
AB 43
H 14
RBI 7
Jose Tena headshot
Pittsburgh Pirates
1.036 OPS
AVG .375
OBP .474
SLG .563
HR 1
AB 16
H 6
RBI 2
Oneil Cruz headshot
San Francisco Giants
1.036 OPS
AVG .400
OBP .516
SLG .520
HR 1
AB 25
H 10
RBI 7
Daylen Lile headshot
Miami Marlins
1.035 OPS
AVG .362
OBP .418
SLG .617
HR 2
AB 47
H 17
RBI 8
Bobby Witt Jr. headshot
Toronto Blue Jays
1.035 OPS
AVG .318
OBP .444
SLG .591
HR 1
AB 22
H 7
RBI 2
Nathaniel Lowe headshot
New York Mets
1.035 OPS
AVG .318
OBP .444
SLG .591
HR 1
AB 22
H 7
RBI 6
Royce Lewis headshot
Seattle Mariners
1.034 OPS
AVG .316
OBP .350
SLG .684
HR 2
AB 19
H 6
RBI 4
Mickey Moniak headshot
Los Angeles Dodgers
1.033 OPS
AVG .333
OBP .367
SLG .667
HR 2
AB 27
H 9
RBI 6
Matt Olson headshot
Detroit Tigers
1.033 OPS
AVG .300
OBP .333
SLG .700
HR 1
AB 10
H 3
RBI 3
Patrick Bailey headshot
Minnesota Twins
1.033 OPS
AVG .308
OBP .379
SLG .654
HR 3
AB 26
H 8
RBI 5
Miguel Vargas headshot
Miami Marlins
1.033 OPS
AVG .300
OBP .333
SLG .700
HR 1
AB 10
H 3
RBI 6
Graham Pauley headshot
New York Mets
1.033 OPS
AVG .412
OBP .444
SLG .588
HR 1
AB 17
H 7
RBI 5
Josh Jung headshot
Colorado Rockies
1.033 OPS
AVG .417
OBP .533
SLG .500
HR 0
AB 12
H 5
RBI 1
Carter Jensen headshot
St. Louis Cardinals
1.032 OPS
AVG .348
OBP .423
SLG .609
HR 1
AB 23
H 8
RBI 3
Kody Clemens headshot
Kansas City Royals
1.032 OPS
AVG .317
OBP .349
SLG .683
HR 4
AB 41
H 13
RBI 7
Kevin McGonigle headshot
Los Angeles Angels
1.032 OPS
AVG .348
OBP .423
SLG .609
HR 1
AB 23
H 8
RBI 3
Will Smith headshot
Cincinnati Reds
1.032 OPS
AVG .286
OBP .389
SLG .643
HR 1
AB 14
H 4
RBI 3
Carson Benge headshot
Colorado Rockies
1.032 OPS
AVG .389
OBP .421
SLG .611
HR 1
AB 18
H 7
RBI 3
Cody Bellinger headshot
Texas Rangers
1.031 OPS
AVG .364
OBP .440
SLG .591
HR 0
AB 22
H 8
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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