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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.
Sean Murphy headshot
Count 3-2
.444 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .444
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 10
H 0
RBI 0
.444 OPS
AVG .177
OBP .222
SLG .223
HR 1
AB 175
H 31
RBI 9
Zach Cole headshot
1st PA
.444 OPS
AVG .111
OBP .111
SLG .333
HR 1
AB 18
H 2
RBI —
.443 OPS
AVG .148
OBP .258
SLG .185
HR 0
AB 27
H 4
RBI 3
Corey Seager headshot
As DH
.443 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .269
SLG .174
HR 0
AB 23
H 4
RBI 0
David Fry headshot
June
.443 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .212
HR 1
AB 33
H 3
RBI 1
Alec Burleson headshot
Atlanta Braves
.443 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .143
SLG .300
HR 1
AB 20
H 2
RBI 2
.443 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .276
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 24
H 3
RBI 1
.443 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .213
SLG .230
HR 2
AB 100
H 15
RBI 2
Esteury Ruiz headshot
4th PA
.443 OPS
AVG .148
OBP .258
SLG .185
HR 0
AB 27
H 4
RBI —
.443 OPS
AVG .169
OBP .222
SLG .220
HR 0
AB 59
H 10
RBI 1
Nicky Lopez headshot
Count 3-2
.443 OPS
AVG .063
OBP .318
SLG .125
HR 0
AB 16
H 1
RBI 0
James Outman headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.443 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .143
SLG .300
HR 1
AB 20
H 2
RBI 5
Brian Navarreto headshot
All Splits
.443 OPS
AVG .135
OBP .193
SLG .250
HR 1
AB 52
H 7
RBI 3
J.P. Crawford headshot
Count 1-2
.443 OPS
AVG .180
OBP .180
SLG .262
HR 1
AB 61
H 11
RBI 2
Ian Happ headshot
Chicago White Sox
.443 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .269
SLG .174
HR 0
AB 23
H 4
RBI 1
Hyeseong Kim headshot
3rd PA
.443 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .269
SLG .174
HR 0
AB 23
H 4
RBI —
.443 OPS
AVG .071
OBP .300
SLG .143
HR 0
AB 14
H 1
RBI 2
Daulton Varsho headshot
Tampa Bay Rays
.443 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .205
SLG .238
HR 1
AB 42
H 7
RBI 5
Andrew McCutchen headshot
vs. Right
.442 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .242
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 30
H 6
RBI 2
.442 OPS
AVG .109
OBP .268
SLG .174
HR 0
AB 46
H 5
RBI 3
Chase Meidroth headshot
Count 2-2
.442 OPS
AVG .178
OBP .187
SLG .256
HR 1
AB 90
H 16
RBI 7
.442 OPS
AVG .183
OBP .242
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 60
H 11
RBI 3
Zack Short headshot
All Splits
.442 OPS
AVG .140
OBP .262
SLG .180
HR 0
AB 50
H 7
RBI 2
Francisco Lindor headshot
Los Angeles Dodgers
.442 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .192
SLG .250
HR 1
AB 24
H 3
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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