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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.
Kody Clemens headshot
Arizona Diamondbacks
.467 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .200
SLG .267
HR 0
AB 15
H 3
RBI 2
Jorbit Vivas headshot
3rd PA
.467 OPS
AVG .183
OBP .256
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 71
H 13
RBI —
.467 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .200
SLG .267
HR 0
AB 15
H 3
RBI 0
.467 OPS
AVG .172
OBP .226
SLG .241
HR 0
AB 29
H 5
RBI 2
Romy Gonzalez headshot
Fenway Park
.467 OPS
AVG .172
OBP .226
SLG .241
HR 0
AB 29
H 5
RBI 2
Kyle Teel headshot
None On
.467 OPS
AVG .119
OBP .246
SLG .220
HR 2
AB 59
H 7
RBI 2
Drew Millas headshot
Runners On
.467 OPS
AVG .159
OBP .229
SLG .238
HR 1
AB 63
H 10
RBI 10
Kahlil Watson headshot
Count 2-2
.467 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .200
SLG .267
HR 0
AB 15
H 3
RBI 0
Ernie Clement headshot
Count 1-2
.467 OPS
AVG .221
OBP .217
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 68
H 15
RBI 3
TJ Friedl headshot
2nd PA
.467 OPS
AVG .180
OBP .254
SLG .213
HR 0
AB 61
H 11
RBI —
.467 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .300
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 24
H 3
RBI —
.467 OPS
AVG .087
OBP .250
SLG .217
HR 1
AB 23
H 2
RBI 2
Luis Lara headshot
1st PA
.467 OPS
AVG .184
OBP .263
SLG .204
HR 0
AB 49
H 9
RBI —
Lujames Groover headshot
None On
.467 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .240
SLG .227
HR 0
AB 22
H 3
RBI 0
Ozzie Albies headshot
Baltimore Orioles
.467 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .133
SLG .333
HR 1
AB 15
H 2
RBI 1
.467 OPS
AVG .120
OBP .267
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 25
H 3
RBI 1
Ozzie Albies headshot
Camden Yards
.467 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .133
SLG .333
HR 1
AB 15
H 2
RBI 1
Ryan Waldschmidt headshot
September
.467 OPS
AVG .120
OBP .267
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 25
H 3
RBI 0
.467 OPS
AVG .164
OBP .243
SLG .224
HR 1
AB 67
H 11
RBI 5
Marcus Semien headshot
Last 7 Days
.466 OPS
AVG .105
OBP .150
SLG .316
HR 1
AB 19
H 2
RBI 1
Alex Freeland headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.466 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .313
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 26
H 4
RBI 5
David Hamilton headshot
Count 3-2
.466 OPS
AVG .111
OBP .310
SLG .156
HR 0
AB 45
H 5
RBI 6
Chandler Simpson headshot
Count 2-2
.466 OPS
AVG .216
OBP .212
SLG .255
HR 0
AB 51
H 11
RBI 3
Romy Gonzalez headshot
Batting #4
.466 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .313
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Javier Baez headshot
Scoring Position
.466 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .220
SLG .246
HR 0
AB 57
H 12
RBI 16

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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