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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.
Jase Bowen headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.325 OPS
AVG .111
OBP .158
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 18
H 2
RBI 3
Matt Vierling headshot
Batting #9
.325 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .125
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 15
H 2
RBI 3
Kyle Isbel headshot
Toronto Blue Jays
.325 OPS
AVG .111
OBP .158
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 18
H 2
RBI 1
Luis Torrens headshot
Count 1-2
.325 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .182
SLG .143
HR 0
AB 42
H 6
RBI 1
.324 OPS
AVG .051
OBP .119
SLG .205
HR 2
AB 39
H 2
RBI 4
Nick Fortes headshot
Count 2-2
.324 OPS
AVG .135
OBP .135
SLG .189
HR 0
AB 37
H 5
RBI 3
Kyle Stowers headshot
As RF
.324 OPS
AVG .114
OBP .188
SLG .136
HR 0
AB 44
H 5
RBI 2
Agustin Ramirez headshot
Count 1-2
.324 OPS
AVG .118
OBP .118
SLG .206
HR 1
AB 34
H 4
RBI 1
Tyler Stephenson headshot
Count 2-2
.324 OPS
AVG .127
OBP .127
SLG .197
HR 1
AB 71
H 9
RBI 6
Ha-Seong Kim headshot
Last 15 Days
.324 OPS
AVG .050
OBP .174
SLG .150
HR 0
AB 20
H 1
RBI 0
Lamonte Wade headshot
Batting #5
.324 OPS
AVG .086
OBP .238
SLG .086
HR 0
AB 35
H 3
RBI 2
Brandon Nimmo headshot
Count 2-2
.324 OPS
AVG .141
OBP .159
SLG .165
HR 0
AB 85
H 12
RBI 2
Rafael Marchan headshot
Citizens Bank Park
.324 OPS
AVG .051
OBP .119
SLG .205
HR 2
AB 39
H 2
RBI 4
.323 OPS
AVG .112
OBP .132
SLG .191
HR 2
AB 89
H 10
RBI 2
Victor Caratini headshot
Count 1-2
.323 OPS
AVG .156
OBP .167
SLG .156
HR 0
AB 64
H 10
RBI 2
Jimmy Crooks headshot
3rd PA
.323 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .156
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 30
H 3
RBI —
Josh Naylor headshot
Last 7 Days
.323 OPS
AVG .087
OBP .192
SLG .130
HR 0
AB 23
H 2
RBI 3
Bo Naylor headshot
Progressive Field
.323 OPS
AVG .063
OBP .167
SLG .156
HR 1
AB 32
H 2
RBI 1
Brice Matthews headshot
Minute Maid Park
.323 OPS
AVG .112
OBP .132
SLG .191
HR 2
AB 89
H 10
RBI 2
Bo Naylor headshot
Home
.323 OPS
AVG .063
OBP .167
SLG .156
HR 1
AB 32
H 2
RBI 1
Luisangel Acuna headshot
Count 2-2
.323 OPS
AVG .161
OBP .161
SLG .161
HR 0
AB 31
H 5
RBI 1
Alex Freeland headshot
vs. Left
.323 OPS
AVG .121
OBP .171
SLG .152
HR 0
AB 33
H 4
RBI 3
Pete Alonso headshot
Chicago White Sox
.323 OPS
AVG .087
OBP .192
SLG .130
HR 0
AB 23
H 2
RBI 1
Xavier Edwards headshot
Count 1-2
.323 OPS
AVG .164
OBP .159
SLG .164
HR 0
AB 61
H 10
RBI 8
James McCann headshot
Count 1-2
.323 OPS
AVG .161
OBP .161
SLG .161
HR 0
AB 31
H 5
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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