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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.
Sal Frelick headshot
Wrigley Field
.368 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .158
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 19
H 3
RBI 3
Spencer Torkelson headshot
Safeco Field
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Mauricio Dubon headshot
Fenway Park
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Ivan Herrera headshot
Texas Rangers
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Sal Stewart headshot
Target Field
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 1
Mauricio Dubon headshot
Batting #4
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 26
H 4
RBI 1
Jake McCarthy headshot
PETCO Park
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 1
Austin Wells headshot
March
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Trevor Story headshot
Comerica Park
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
James Wood headshot
Philadelphia Phillies
.368 OPS
AVG .119
OBP .178
SLG .190
HR 0
AB 42
H 5
RBI 2
Drew Millas headshot
Lead Off Inning
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 26
H 4
RBI 0
Trevor Story headshot
Count 0-2
.368 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .158
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 38
H 6
RBI 4
Bo Bichette headshot
Busch Stadium II
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 2
Cody Freeman headshot
3rd PA
.368 OPS
AVG .118
OBP .250
SLG .118
HR 0
AB 17
H 2
RBI —
Roman Anthony headshot
Rogers Centre
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 1
.368 OPS
AVG .118
OBP .250
SLG .118
HR 0
AB 17
H 2
RBI —
Tommy Edman headshot
Detroit Tigers
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Cooper Ingle headshot
vs. Right
.368 OPS
AVG .118
OBP .250
SLG .118
HR 0
AB 17
H 2
RBI 2
.368 OPS
AVG .163
OBP .182
SLG .186
HR 0
AB 43
H 7
RBI 1
Christopher Morel headshot
Count 0-0
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Marcelo Mayer headshot
Houston Astros
.368 OPS
AVG .118
OBP .250
SLG .118
HR 0
AB 17
H 2
RBI 0
Christian Vazquez headshot
Angel Stadium
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Trea Turner headshot
Texas Rangers
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Brandon Lowe headshot
Marlins Park
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Christian Vazquez headshot
Detroit Tigers
.368 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0

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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