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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.
Spencer Horwitz headshot
Milwaukee Brewers
.448 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .231
SLG .217
HR 0
AB 23
H 4
RBI 7
Brian Serven headshot
1st PA
.448 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .240
SLG .208
HR 0
AB 24
H 5
RBI —
Edouard Julien headshot
Last 15 Days
.448 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .294
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 0
James McCann headshot
2nd PA
.448 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .186
SLG .262
HR 1
AB 42
H 7
RBI —
.448 OPS
AVG .130
OBP .226
SLG .222
HR 1
AB 54
H 7
RBI 2
Kyle Tucker headshot
Last 7 Days
.448 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .240
SLG .208
HR 0
AB 24
H 5
RBI 0
Wyatt Langford headshot
Count 1-2
.448 OPS
AVG .169
OBP .181
SLG .268
HR 1
AB 71
H 12
RBI 4
.448 OPS
AVG .151
OBP .233
SLG .215
HR 1
AB 93
H 14
RBI 4
Ceddanne Rafaela headshot
Yankee Stadium
.448 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .240
SLG .208
HR 0
AB 24
H 5
RBI 1
Sal Stewart headshot
Safeco Field
.447 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .083
SLG .364
HR 1
AB 11
H 1
RBI 4
Jackson Chourio headshot
Count 1-2
.447 OPS
AVG .204
OBP .204
SLG .243
HR 1
AB 103
H 21
RBI 5
Jacob Young headshot
Count 1-1
.447 OPS
AVG .213
OBP .213
SLG .234
HR 0
AB 47
H 10
RBI 5
.447 OPS
AVG .189
OBP .231
SLG .216
HR 0
AB 37
H 7
RBI 2
Sal Frelick headshot
September
.447 OPS
AVG .178
OBP .224
SLG .222
HR 0
AB 45
H 8
RBI 4
Ben Williamson headshot
None On
.447 OPS
AVG .159
OBP .213
SLG .234
HR 3
AB 145
H 23
RBI 3
Pedro Pages headshot
Kansas City Royals
.447 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .083
SLG .364
HR 1
AB 11
H 1
RBI 2
Jose Siri headshot
Batting #5
.447 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .174
SLG .273
HR 1
AB 22
H 3
RBI 2
Brett Baty headshot
3rd PA
.447 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .236
SLG .211
HR 1
AB 95
H 15
RBI —
Patrick Bailey headshot
New York Yankees
.447 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .174
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 22
H 3
RBI 0
Sal Stewart headshot
Seattle Mariners
.447 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .083
SLG .364
HR 1
AB 11
H 1
RBI 4
Vinnie Pasquantino headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.447 OPS
AVG .113
OBP .277
SLG .170
HR 1
AB 53
H 6
RBI 8
Josh Smith headshot
1st PA
.447 OPS
AVG .103
OBP .182
SLG .265
HR 3
AB 68
H 7
RBI —
Jordan Walker headshot
Last 7 Days
.447 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .174
SLG .273
HR 1
AB 22
H 3
RBI 2
Tristan Gray headshot
None On
.446 OPS
AVG .186
OBP .213
SLG .233
HR 1
AB 86
H 16
RBI 1
Jesus Sanchez headshot
Count 2-2
.446 OPS
AVG .175
OBP .171
SLG .275
HR 1
AB 40
H 7
RBI 4

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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