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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.
Alek Thomas headshot
Night
.484 OPS
AVG .164
OBP .200
SLG .284
HR 1
AB 67
H 11
RBI 8
.484 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .273
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 19
H 3
RBI —
Jonah Heim headshot
Last 30 Days
.484 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .208
SLG .275
HR 1
AB 69
H 12
RBI 2
Casey Schmitt headshot
Count 2-2
.484 OPS
AVG .186
OBP .205
SLG .279
HR 1
AB 43
H 8
RBI 1
Ian Happ headshot
vs. Left
.484 OPS
AVG .145
OBP .217
SLG .267
HR 4
AB 131
H 19
RBI 10
Dylan Crews headshot
Count 2-2
.484 OPS
AVG .194
OBP .194
SLG .290
HR 1
AB 62
H 12
RBI 6
Tim Tawa headshot
As LF
.484 OPS
AVG .170
OBP .258
SLG .226
HR 0
AB 53
H 9
RBI 6
Ramon Laureano headshot
Batting #8
.484 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .192
SLG .292
HR 1
AB 24
H 3
RBI 1
Freddie Freeman headshot
Chase Field
.484 OPS
AVG .194
OBP .194
SLG .290
HR 1
AB 31
H 6
RBI 6
Grant McCray headshot
Runners On
.484 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .269
HR 1
AB 26
H 4
RBI 3
Nick Castellanos headshot
Last 15 Days
.484 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .192
SLG .292
HR 1
AB 24
H 4
RBI 2
.484 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .234
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 60
H 12
RBI 7
.484 OPS
AVG .120
OBP .324
SLG .160
HR 0
AB 25
H 3
RBI 1
Travis Bazzana headshot
Count 1-1
.484 OPS
AVG .194
OBP .194
SLG .290
HR 1
AB 31
H 6
RBI 2
Oswald Peraza headshot
Runners On
.484 OPS
AVG .183
OBP .209
SLG .275
HR 2
AB 142
H 26
RBI 20
Francisco Lindor headshot
San Francisco Giants
.484 OPS
AVG .138
OBP .242
SLG .241
HR 1
AB 29
H 4
RBI 2
Wade Meckler headshot
Count 1-0
.483 OPS
AVG .207
OBP .207
SLG .276
HR 0
AB 29
H 6
RBI 0
Tyler Stephenson headshot
Count 0-2
.483 OPS
AVG .195
OBP .214
SLG .268
HR 0
AB 41
H 8
RBI 2
Esteury Ruiz headshot
Last 15 Days
.483 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .290
SLG .192
HR 0
AB 26
H 4
RBI 5
.483 OPS
AVG .224
OBP .224
SLG .259
HR 0
AB 58
H 13
RBI —
Jake Cronenworth headshot
Last 7 Days
.483 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .273
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 19
H 3
RBI 5
Austin Slater headshot
Batting #1
.483 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .273
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 19
H 4
RBI 1
TJ Rumfield headshot
Milwaukee Brewers
.483 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .273
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 19
H 3
RBI 1
Jose Tena headshot
Scoring Position
.483 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .237
SLG .246
HR 1
AB 69
H 12
RBI 15
Freddie Freeman headshot
September
.483 OPS
AVG .184
OBP .259
SLG .224
HR 1
AB 76
H 14
RBI 7

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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