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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.
Austin Riley headshot
Citi Field
.323 OPS
AVG .053
OBP .217
SLG .105
HR 0
AB 19
H 1
RBI 0
Jase Bowen headshot
June
.323 OPS
AVG .121
OBP .171
SLG .152
HR 0
AB 33
H 4
RBI 0
Colson Montgomery headshot
Batting #7
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Christian Yelich headshot
Houston Astros
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Thomas Saggese headshot
Batting #5
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Spencer Steer headshot
Boston Red Sox
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Jose Caballero headshot
Seattle Mariners
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Dansby Swanson headshot
Kansas City Royals
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Dansby Swanson headshot
Kauffman Stadium
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Ha-Seong Kim headshot
1st PA
.322 OPS
AVG .122
OBP .200
SLG .122
HR 0
AB 41
H 5
RBI —
Darell Hernaiz headshot
Houston Astros
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Leo Jimenez headshot
Last 7 Days
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Francisco Lindor headshot
San Diego Padres
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Christian Walker headshot
Count 0-2
.322 OPS
AVG .116
OBP .136
SLG .186
HR 1
AB 43
H 5
RBI 1
Nico Hoerner headshot
Houston Astros
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 1
Dane Myers headshot
Count 1-2
.322 OPS
AVG .138
OBP .167
SLG .155
HR 0
AB 58
H 8
RBI 2
Ben Rice headshot
Colorado Rockies
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
JJ Wetherholt headshot
Atlanta Braves
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 22
H 2
RBI 1
JJ Wetherholt headshot
Boston Red Sox
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Pedro Pages headshot
Cincinnati Reds
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Bryce Eldridge headshot
Miami Marlins
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Bryce Eldridge headshot
Detroit Tigers
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Shea Langeliers headshot
AT&T Park
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 2
Trent Grisham headshot
Pittsburgh Pirates
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Bryce Eldridge headshot
Marlins Park
.322 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .231
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
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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