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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.
Xavier Edwards headshot
Pittsburgh Pirates
.430 OPS
AVG .190
OBP .240
SLG .190
HR 0
AB 21
H 4
RBI 4
Joey Meneses headshot
All Splits
.430 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .280
SLG .150
HR 0
AB 20
H 3
RBI 2
Joey Meneses headshot
Last 30 Days
.430 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .280
SLG .150
HR 0
AB 20
H 3
RBI 2
Zach McKinstry headshot
Chicago White Sox
.430 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .280
SLG .150
HR 0
AB 20
H 2
RBI 1
Lenyn Sosa headshot
Runners On
.430 OPS
AVG .171
OBP .186
SLG .244
HR 0
AB 41
H 7
RBI 8
Brett Harris headshot
Last 30 Days
.430 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .220
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 38
H 6
RBI 2
.430 OPS
AVG .129
OBP .204
SLG .226
HR 1
AB 93
H 12
RBI 7
Cedric Mullins headshot
Count 2-2
.430 OPS
AVG .149
OBP .147
SLG .284
HR 2
AB 74
H 11
RBI 7
Brett Harris headshot
September
.430 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .220
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 38
H 6
RBI 2
Jake Burger headshot
Atlanta Braves
.429 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .214
SLG .214
HR 0
AB 14
H 3
RBI 1
Brandon Marsh headshot
Arizona Diamondbacks
.429 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .143
SLG .286
HR 1
AB 21
H 3
RBI 3
Derek Hill headshot
Los Angeles Angels
.429 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .214
SLG .214
HR 0
AB 14
H 3
RBI 1
Royce Lewis headshot
Count 2-1
.429 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .214
SLG .214
HR 0
AB 14
H 3
RBI 0
Leody Taveras headshot
Last 30 Days
.429 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .207
SLG .222
HR 0
AB 54
H 9
RBI 4
Kyle Higashioka headshot
New York Yankees
.429 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .214
SLG .214
HR 0
AB 14
H 3
RBI 0
Brandon Marsh headshot
Last 30 Days
.429 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .183
SLG .246
HR 1
AB 57
H 9
RBI 6
Scott Bandura headshot
Los Angeles Dodgers
.429 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .214
SLG .214
HR 0
AB 14
H 3
RBI 1
James McCann headshot
April
.429 OPS
AVG .190
OBP .190
SLG .238
HR 0
AB 42
H 8
RBI 6
Austin Hedges headshot
Batting #9
.429 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .214
SLG .214
HR 0
AB 14
H 3
RBI 0
Michael Conforto headshot
Batting #5
.429 OPS
AVG .185
OBP .207
SLG .222
HR 0
AB 27
H 5
RBI 3
Ben Rice headshot
Angel Stadium
.429 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .214
SLG .214
HR 0
AB 14
H 3
RBI 1
.429 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .214
SLG .214
HR 0
AB 14
H 3
RBI 0
Nolan Arenado headshot
Chicago Cubs
.429 OPS
AVG .190
OBP .190
SLG .238
HR 0
AB 21
H 4
RBI 0
Jonah Cox headshot
4th PA
.429 OPS
AVG .179
OBP .179
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 28
H 5
RBI —
Jake McCarthy headshot
American Family Field
.429 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .143
SLG .286
HR 0
AB 14
H 2
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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