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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.
Jackson Merrill headshot
Batting #1
.440 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .250
SLG .190
HR 0
AB 42
H 6
RBI 2
Alec Bohm headshot
Last 7 Days
.440 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .250
SLG .190
HR 0
AB 21
H 3
RBI 1
TJ Friedl headshot
Count 0-0
.440 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .200
SLG .240
HR 0
AB 25
H 5
RBI 0
Freddie Freeman headshot
AT&T Park
.440 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .263
SLG .176
HR 0
AB 17
H 3
RBI 0
Ketel Marte headshot
Atlanta Braves
.440 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .190
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 20
H 3
RBI 1
Braxton Fulford headshot
Runners On
.440 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .240
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 20
H 3
RBI 6
.439 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .231
SLG .208
HR 0
AB 24
H 5
RBI —
J.C. Escarra headshot
vs. Right
.439 OPS
AVG .152
OBP .211
SLG .227
HR 0
AB 66
H 10
RBI 4
Will Banfield headshot
Last 15 Days
.439 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .167
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Tristan Peters headshot
Count 1-2
.439 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .182
SLG .258
HR 0
AB 66
H 12
RBI 4
.439 OPS
AVG .171
OBP .203
SLG .237
HR 1
AB 76
H 13
RBI 2
.439 OPS
AVG .111
OBP .105
SLG .333
HR 1
AB 18
H 2
RBI 3
Braxton Fulford headshot
San Francisco Giants
.439 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .167
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 2
Jeff McNeil headshot
Baltimore Orioles
.439 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .231
SLG .208
HR 0
AB 24
H 4
RBI 1
.439 OPS
AVG .138
OBP .232
SLG .207
HR 0
AB 58
H 8
RBI 7
Ben Williamson headshot
Batting #8
.439 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .231
SLG .208
HR 0
AB 24
H 4
RBI 3
Turner Hill headshot
AT&T Park
.439 OPS
AVG .138
OBP .232
SLG .207
HR 0
AB 58
H 8
RBI 7
Brandon Marsh headshot
Batting #9
.439 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .167
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Jazz Chisholm Jr. headshot
Count 1-2
.439 OPS
AVG .183
OBP .183
SLG .256
HR 1
AB 82
H 15
RBI 7
Brayan Rocchio headshot
Batting #6
.439 OPS
AVG .161
OBP .278
SLG .161
HR 0
AB 31
H 5
RBI 0
Colson Montgomery headshot
Kauffman Stadium
.439 OPS
AVG .111
OBP .143
SLG .296
HR 1
AB 27
H 3
RBI 3
Fernando Tatis Jr. headshot
Seattle Mariners
.439 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .273
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 18
H 3
RBI 4
.439 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .211
SLG .229
HR 1
AB 35
H 5
RBI 3
Willi Castro headshot
Atlanta Braves
.439 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .231
SLG .208
HR 0
AB 24
H 5
RBI 3
Pedro Pages headshot
Count 3-2
.439 OPS
AVG .115
OBP .324
SLG .115
HR 0
AB 26
H 3
RBI 1

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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