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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.
Jacob Young headshot
Count 1-2
.355 OPS
AVG .130
OBP .167
SLG .188
HR 1
AB 69
H 9
RBI 7
Cody Bellinger headshot
Count 0-2
.354 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .167
SLG .188
HR 0
AB 48
H 8
RBI 2
Ozzie Albies headshot
Texas Rangers
.354 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .200
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 2
.354 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .188
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 30
H 4
RBI 0
Gunnar Henderson headshot
Kauffman Stadium
.354 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .200
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 0
Christian Vazquez headshot
Count 1-2
.354 OPS
AVG .146
OBP .146
SLG .208
HR 1
AB 48
H 7
RBI 4
Joey Ortiz headshot
Count 2-2
.354 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .167
SLG .188
HR 0
AB 48
H 8
RBI 1
Miles Mastrobuoni headshot
Batting #7
.354 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .200
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 1
Jose Ramirez headshot
March
.354 OPS
AVG .120
OBP .154
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 25
H 3
RBI 3
James Outman headshot
April
.354 OPS
AVG .120
OBP .154
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 25
H 3
RBI 0
Trevor Story headshot
Count 1-2
.353 OPS
AVG .157
OBP .157
SLG .196
HR 0
AB 51
H 8
RBI 3
.353 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .195
SLG .158
HR 0
AB 38
H 6
RBI 1
.353 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .220
SLG .133
HR 0
AB 45
H 6
RBI 4
Matt Shaw headshot
Count 1-2
.353 OPS
AVG .147
OBP .147
SLG .206
HR 0
AB 34
H 5
RBI 2
Luisangel Acuna headshot
Count 2-1
.353 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .176
SLG .176
HR 0
AB 17
H 3
RBI 2
Rafael Flores headshot
St. Louis Cardinals
.353 OPS
AVG .053
OBP .143
SLG .211
HR 1
AB 19
H 1
RBI 3
Ben Rortvedt headshot
None On
.353 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .176
SLG .176
HR 0
AB 17
H 3
RBI 0
Jerar Encarnacion headshot
vs. Right
.353 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .176
SLG .176
HR 0
AB 17
H 3
RBI 0
Edwin Arroyo headshot
Chicago Cubs
.353 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .176
SLG .176
HR 0
AB 17
H 3
RBI 0
Brandon Lowe headshot
Batting #6
.353 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .176
SLG .176
HR 0
AB 17
H 3
RBI 1
Jose Caballero headshot
Count 0-2
.353 OPS
AVG .169
OBP .167
SLG .186
HR 0
AB 59
H 10
RBI 5
.353 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .163
SLG .190
HR 0
AB 42
H 6
RBI 0
Luis Rengifo headshot
Count 2-2
.353 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .163
SLG .190
HR 0
AB 42
H 6
RBI 2
Giancarlo Stanton headshot
Count 2-2
.353 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .176
SLG .176
HR 0
AB 17
H 3
RBI 2
Jesus Sanchez headshot
Target Field
.353 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .176
SLG .176
HR 0
AB 17
H 3
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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