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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.
Spencer Torkelson headshot
San Diego Padres
.490 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .308
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 2
Drew Millas headshot
Philadelphia Phillies
.490 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .308
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 2
Freddie Freeman headshot
Texas Rangers
.490 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .308
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Jonathan Aranda headshot
PNC Park
.490 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .308
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Lenyn Sosa headshot
All Splits
.490 OPS
AVG .195
OBP .207
SLG .283
HR 1
AB 113
H 22
RBI 9
Daniel Susac headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.490 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .217
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 22
H 4
RBI 4
Travis Bazzana headshot
Boston Red Sox
.490 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .217
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 22
H 4
RBI 0
Jase Bowen headshot
August
.490 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .190
SLG .300
HR 1
AB 20
H 3
RBI 1
Jonathan Aranda headshot
Pittsburgh Pirates
.490 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .308
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Taylor Trammell headshot
Oakland Athletics
.490 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .308
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Javier Sanoja headshot
Citi Field
.490 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .190
SLG .300
HR 1
AB 20
H 3
RBI 2
Spencer Steer headshot
Detroit Tigers
.490 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .308
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Ivan Herrera headshot
March
.490 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .227
SLG .263
HR 0
AB 19
H 3
RBI 4
Josh Bell headshot
Citi Field
.490 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .308
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Hao-Yu Lee headshot
Toronto Blue Jays
.489 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .176
SLG .313
HR 1
AB 16
H 2
RBI 1
Colt Emerson headshot
As SS
.489 OPS
AVG .168
OBP .223
SLG .266
HR 5
AB 173
H 29
RBI 15
Victor Mesa headshot
Oakland Athletics
.489 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .176
SLG .313
HR 1
AB 16
H 2
RBI 2
Freddie Freeman headshot
Last 15 Days
.489 OPS
AVG .239
OBP .250
SLG .239
HR 0
AB 46
H 11
RBI 4
Luis Garcia headshot
Count 0-2
.489 OPS
AVG .222
OBP .222
SLG .267
HR 0
AB 45
H 10
RBI 6
Luisangel Acuna headshot
September
.489 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .176
SLG .313
HR 1
AB 16
H 2
RBI 1
Brock Rodden headshot
August
.489 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .239
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 40
H 6
RBI 3
Justin Crawford headshot
Bases Loaded
.489 OPS
AVG .188
OBP .176
SLG .313
HR 0
AB 16
H 3
RBI 10
Luisangel Acuna headshot
Last 30 Days
.489 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .176
SLG .313
HR 1
AB 16
H 2
RBI 1
Cal Raleigh headshot
Cleveland Indians
.489 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .323
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 24
H 3
RBI 1
Osleivis Basabe headshot
AT&T Park
.489 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .273
SLG .217
HR 0
AB 60
H 12
RBI 0

Understanding MLB Batting Splits

Batting splits reveal how a hitter performs under specific conditions — against left-handed vs right-handed pitchers, at home vs on the road, during day games vs night games, and more. Platoon splits (vs LHP/RHP) are the most predictive and stable split category, while home/away splits capture park factor effects baked into a player's performance.

Platoon Splits (vs LHP/RHP)

The most important split for props and DFS. Most hitters perform better against opposite-hand pitchers (righties hit lefties better, lefties hit righties better). The gap is often 30-50 OPS points. Always check whether today's starter is a lefty or righty before setting your lineup.

Home vs Away Splits

Home/away splits capture park factor effects and the comfort of playing in a familiar environment. Players on teams like Colorado (Coors Field) often show dramatic home/away splits. A .320 AVG at home vs .260 on the road is a meaningful signal for targeting or fading a hitter based on venue.

Day vs Night Splits

Some hitters perform significantly different in day games vs night games. Day games feature different lighting conditions and are often played in front of smaller crowds. While less predictive than platoon splits, day/night splits can provide an edge for afternoon slate DFS lineups.

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 are MLB batting splits?

Batting splits break down a hitter's performance across different game situations — vs left-handed pitchers (LHP) vs right-handed pitchers (RHP), home vs away, day vs night, and more. Platoon splits (vs LHP/RHP) are the most predictive and stable category. Splits reveal hidden strengths and weaknesses that overall stats can mask.

What are platoon splits in baseball?

Platoon splits compare a batter's performance against left-handed pitchers vs right-handed pitchers. Most hitters perform better against opposite-hand pitchers — righties hit lefties better, lefties hit righties better. The gap is typically 30-50 OPS points. Platoon splits are a core input for MLB DFS lineup building and prop betting.

How do batting splits help with DFS lineup building?

Stack hitters who have strong platoon advantages against today's opposing starter. A lineup of right-handed hitters facing a left-handed pitcher with poor RHB splits is an ideal DFS stack. Combine platoon splits with home/away data and park factors for the most complete picture of expected performance.

How do batting splits help with prop betting?

For hits and total bases props, check the batter's AVG and SLG against the opposing pitcher's handedness. A .320 AVG vs LHP vs .250 AVG vs RHP creates a significant edge on a 0.5 hits over/under depending on who's pitching. Always match the split to today's specific pitching matchup.

Which batting split is most predictive?

Platoon splits (vs LHP/RHP) are the most stable and predictive split category. Home/away splits are second-most useful but partially reflect park factor effects. Day/night and monthly splits have larger sample size issues and should be weighted less heavily. Season-long splits are more reliable than smaller windows.
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