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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.
Joshua Baez headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.478 OPS
AVG .111
OBP .200
SLG .278
HR 1
AB 18
H 2
RBI 4
Luis Campusano headshot
AT&T Park
.478 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .278
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 15
H 2
RBI 1
Jesus Sanchez headshot
Chase Field
.478 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .269
SLG .208
HR 0
AB 24
H 5
RBI 1
Connor Joe headshot
As RF
.478 OPS
AVG .111
OBP .200
SLG .278
HR 1
AB 18
H 2
RBI 1
.478 OPS
AVG .186
OBP .216
SLG .262
HR 2
AB 145
H 27
RBI 8
Ildemaro Vargas headshot
Count 2-2
.478 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .174
SLG .304
HR 0
AB 46
H 8
RBI 3
Josh Bell headshot
5th+ PA
.478 OPS
AVG .111
OBP .200
SLG .278
HR 2
AB 36
H 4
RBI —
Ildemaro Vargas headshot
Colorado Rockies
.478 OPS
AVG .179
OBP .273
SLG .205
HR 0
AB 39
H 7
RBI 4
Starling Marte headshot
Last 30 Days
.478 OPS
AVG .171
OBP .209
SLG .268
HR 1
AB 41
H 7
RBI 5
Christian Yelich headshot
Count 2-1
.478 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .174
SLG .304
HR 0
AB 23
H 4
RBI 0
Elias Diaz headshot
Lead Off Inning
.478 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .174
SLG .304
HR 2
AB 46
H 8
RBI 2
Liam Hicks headshot
Count 0-2
.478 OPS
AVG .194
OBP .188
SLG .290
HR 1
AB 31
H 6
RBI 5
Victor Scott II headshot
vs. Right
.478 OPS
AVG .156
OBP .258
SLG .220
HR 1
AB 109
H 17
RBI 4
Jonathan Aranda headshot
Miami Marlins
.478 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .296
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 22
H 3
RBI 2
Richie Palacios headshot
vs. Left
.478 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .250
SLG .228
HR 0
AB 57
H 9
RBI 10
Brendan Donovan headshot
Count 2-2
.478 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .174
SLG .304
HR 0
AB 23
H 4
RBI 1
Jackson Chourio headshot
San Diego Padres
.478 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .269
SLG .208
HR 0
AB 24
H 5
RBI 1
.478 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .192
SLG .286
HR 2
AB 49
H 7
RBI 3
Gage Workman headshot
As 3B
.478 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .174
SLG .304
HR 0
AB 23
H 4
RBI 3
John Peck headshot
vs. Left
.478 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .269
SLG .208
HR 0
AB 24
H 5
RBI 2
Randy Arozarena headshot
Count 0-2
.478 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .208
SLG .270
HR 1
AB 74
H 13
RBI 4
Ian Happ headshot
Batting #6
.477 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .227
HR 0
AB 22
H 4
RBI 0
.477 OPS
AVG .132
OBP .214
SLG .263
HR 1
AB 38
H 5
RBI 2
Amed Rosario headshot
Lead Off Inning
.477 OPS
AVG .189
OBP .232
SLG .245
HR 0
AB 53
H 10
RBI 1
Jesus Sanchez headshot
Batting #8
.477 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .227
HR 0
AB 22
H 4
RBI 2

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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