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MLB Batting Splits 2025

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.
.970 OPS
AVG .281
OBP .420
SLG .551
HR 7
AB 89
H 25
RBI 21
.991 OPS
AVG .323
OBP .397
SLG .594
HR 10
AB 229
H 74
RBI 37
1.004 OPS
AVG .300
OBP .347
SLG .657
HR 15
AB 140
H 42
RBI 38
1.016 OPS
AVG .323
OBP .423
SLG .593
HR 18
AB 248
H 80
RBI 42
1.039 OPS
AVG .290
OBP .382
SLG .657
HR 22
AB 207
H 60
RBI 52
1.053 OPS
AVG .316
OBP .316
SLG .737
HR 2
AB 19
H 6
RBI 4
1.054 OPS
AVG .292
OBP .387
SLG .667
HR 3
AB 24
H 7
RBI 6
1.062 OPS
AVG .333
OBP .395
SLG .667
HR 4
AB 39
H 13
RBI 14
1.112 OPS
AVG .333
OBP .412
SLG .700
HR 2
AB 30
H 10
RBI 10
1.118 OPS
AVG .323
OBP .457
SLG .662
HR 5
AB 65
H 21
RBI 11
1.141 OPS
AVG .320
OBP .446
SLG .695
HR 26
AB 259
H 83
RBI 58

Understanding Platoon Splits

Platoon splits — performance vs left-handed pitchers (LHP) and right-handed pitchers (RHP) — are the single most predictive and actionable batting split. Most hitters have a significant platoon gap, performing better against opposite-hand pitchers.

The Platoon Advantage

Right-handed hitters typically hit 30-50 OPS points better against LHP, and vice versa. The platoon advantage exists because same-hand pitcher-batter matchups create a more difficult pitch angle and make breaking balls move away from the hitter. This is the most stable, repeatable split in baseball.

Switch Hitters & Exceptions

Switch hitters aim to always have the platoon advantage by batting from both sides. However, many switch hitters are significantly better from one side. Some pure hitters (like elite LHH who crush lefties) defy platoon norms entirely — always check the data rather than assuming.

Props & DFS Application

Platoon splits are the #1 factor for daily fantasy and prop betting. Always check the opposing starter's handedness, then look at each hitter's platoon split. A .280 overall hitter who hits .320 vs LHP is a strong play when a lefty is on the mound — the line is set off his overall average, not his split.

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

What is the platoon advantage in baseball?
The platoon advantage means hitters perform better against opposite-hand pitchers. Right-handed hitters (RHH) tend to hit better against left-handed pitchers (LHP), and left-handed hitters (LHH) hit better against right-handed pitchers (RHP). The typical platoon gap is 30-50 OPS points, making it the most reliable and predictive split in baseball.
How important are platoon splits for DFS?
Platoon splits are the single most important split for DFS. Always check the opposing starter's handedness before building lineups. Stack right-handed hitters against left-handed starters (and vice versa) for the strongest correlation. The platoon edge is especially large for power stats like HR and SLG.
Are platoon splits reliable with small sample sizes?
Yes — platoon splits are the most stable split category even with relatively small samples. Because the platoon advantage is driven by physics (pitch angle, breaking ball movement), it tends to persist even in 50-100 at-bat samples. This makes platoon splits usable earlier in the season than other split types.
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