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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.
Alex Bregman headshot
San Francisco Giants
.468 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .259
SLG .208
HR 0
AB 24
H 4
RBI 0
Colt Emerson headshot
Batting #8
.468 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .211
SLG .257
HR 1
AB 35
H 5
RBI 5
Everson Pereira headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.468 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .286
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 2
Jo Adell headshot
San Diego Padres
.468 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .182
SLG .286
HR 0
AB 21
H 3
RBI 3
Munetaka Murakami headshot
San Francisco Giants
.468 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .286
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 3
Joey Loperfido headshot
Detroit Tigers
.468 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .286
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Tyler Callihan headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.468 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .286
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 1
Jhostynxon Garcia headshot
vs. Right
.468 OPS
AVG .194
OBP .242
SLG .226
HR 0
AB 31
H 6
RBI 2
Angel Genao headshot
As 2B
.468 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .218
HR 0
AB 55
H 10
RBI 1
Jorge Barrosa headshot
September
.468 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .286
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Sean Murphy headshot
2nd PA
.468 OPS
AVG .194
OBP .242
SLG .226
HR 0
AB 31
H 6
RBI —
.468 OPS
AVG .148
OBP .246
SLG .222
HR 1
AB 54
H 8
RBI 2
Jorge Barrosa headshot
Last 30 Days
.468 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .286
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Trevor Story headshot
Lead Off Inning
.468 OPS
AVG .197
OBP .222
SLG .246
HR 0
AB 61
H 12
RBI 0
Spencer Horwitz headshot
Count 2-2
.468 OPS
AVG .217
OBP .236
SLG .232
HR 0
AB 69
H 15
RBI 6
Freddie Freeman headshot
Arizona Diamondbacks
.468 OPS
AVG .189
OBP .204
SLG .264
HR 1
AB 53
H 10
RBI 7
Josh Bell headshot
Fenway Park
.468 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .286
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Tyler Heineman headshot
Last 30 Days
.468 OPS
AVG .194
OBP .242
SLG .226
HR 0
AB 31
H 6
RBI 1
Weston Wilson headshot
Lead Off Inning
.468 OPS
AVG .184
OBP .205
SLG .263
HR 1
AB 38
H 7
RBI 1
Jorge Mateo headshot
Tropicana Field
.468 OPS
AVG .171
OBP .211
SLG .257
HR 1
AB 35
H 6
RBI 5
Jorge Mateo headshot
Count 3-2
.468 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .286
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 22
H 3
RBI 2
Sal Stewart headshot
Last 15 Days
.468 OPS
AVG .192
OBP .218
SLG .250
HR 1
AB 52
H 10
RBI 4
.468 OPS
AVG .177
OBP .177
SLG .290
HR 1
AB 62
H 11
RBI 4
Daniel Susac headshot
Count 2-2
.468 OPS
AVG .160
OBP .148
SLG .320
HR 0
AB 25
H 4
RBI 7
Braden Shewmake headshot
Texas Rangers
.468 OPS
AVG .190
OBP .182
SLG .286
HR 0
AB 21
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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