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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.
Brandon Nimmo headshot
Tropicana Field
.450 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .250
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 1
RBI 0
Victor Robles headshot
Batting #6
.450 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .250
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 15
H 3
RBI 0
Colt Keith headshot
3rd PA
.450 OPS
AVG .163
OBP .217
SLG .233
HR 1
AB 86
H 14
RBI —
Salvador Perez headshot
Progressive Field
.450 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .200
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 24
H 4
RBI 3
Salvador Perez headshot
Dodger Stadium
.450 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .250
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 2
RBI 3
Sal Frelick headshot
Last 7 Days
.450 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .250
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 1
RBI 1
Victor Mesa headshot
Count 1-2
.450 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .150
SLG .300
HR 2
AB 40
H 6
RBI 5
Yandy Diaz headshot
Last 15 Days
.450 OPS
AVG .175
OBP .250
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 40
H 7
RBI 4
Max Kepler headshot
Count 2-2
.450 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .200
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 20
H 4
RBI 3
PJ Higgins headshot
April
.450 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .250
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 2
RBI 1
Tommy Pham headshot
vs. Left
.450 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .241
SLG .208
HR 1
AB 24
H 2
RBI 3
Carlos Narvaez headshot
vs. Left
.450 OPS
AVG .159
OBP .247
SLG .203
HR 0
AB 69
H 11
RBI 1
Nick Gonzales headshot
Count 2-2
.450 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .200
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 80
H 16
RBI 5
Alejandro Kirk headshot
Kansas City Royals
.450 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .200
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 20
H 4
RBI 2
Anthony Volpe headshot
Count 0-1
.450 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .200
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 20
H 4
RBI 0
Sean Keys headshot
Lead Off Inning
.450 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .150
SLG .300
HR 1
AB 20
H 3
RBI 1
Denzer Guzman headshot
Cleveland Indians
.450 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .250
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 1
RBI 1
Max Kepler headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.450 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .150
SLG .300
HR 1
AB 20
H 3
RBI 5
Zach McKinstry headshot
Count 2-1
.450 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .200
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 20
H 4
RBI 2
Ezequiel Duran headshot
Atlanta Braves
.450 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .250
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 1
RBI 0
Wilyer Abreu headshot
Atlanta Braves
.450 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .200
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 24
H 4
RBI 2
Josh Rojas headshot
Minnesota Twins
.450 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .250
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 15
H 3
RBI 2
Corbin Carroll headshot
Philadelphia Phillies
.449 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .238
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 19
H 3
RBI 0
.449 OPS
AVG .152
OBP .176
SLG .273
HR 1
AB 33
H 5
RBI —
Tyler Callihan headshot
Batting #8
.449 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .238
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 19
H 3
RBI 3

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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