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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.
Graham Pauley headshot
Batting #9
.310 OPS
AVG .111
OBP .143
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 54
H 6
RBI 3
Sebastian Rivero headshot
Angel Stadium
.310 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .174
SLG .136
HR 0
AB 22
H 3
RBI 0
Ryan Waldschmidt headshot
Count 1-2
.310 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .143
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 42
H 6
RBI 2
Jake McCarthy headshot
Chase Field
.310 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .167
SLG .143
HR 0
AB 28
H 4
RBI 1
Miguel Vargas headshot
Baltimore Orioles
.310 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .185
SLG .125
HR 0
AB 24
H 2
RBI 0
.310 OPS
AVG .081
OBP .093
SLG .216
HR 3
AB 74
H 6
RBI 6
Michael Massey headshot
Count 0-2
.310 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .143
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 42
H 6
RBI 2
Josh Rojas headshot
3rd PA
.310 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .174
SLG .136
HR 0
AB 22
H 3
RBI —
.310 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .174
SLG .136
HR 0
AB 22
H 3
RBI 0
Marcell Ozuna headshot
Great American
.310 OPS
AVG .067
OBP .176
SLG .133
HR 0
AB 15
H 1
RBI 0
.310 OPS
AVG .135
OBP .175
SLG .135
HR 0
AB 37
H 5
RBI 2
Edmundo Sosa headshot
As 2B
.310 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .139
SLG .171
HR 0
AB 35
H 5
RBI 4
Christian Walker headshot
Minnesota Twins
.310 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .174
SLG .136
HR 0
AB 22
H 3
RBI 1
Riley Greene headshot
Count 0-2
.309 OPS
AVG .105
OBP .125
SLG .184
HR 1
AB 38
H 4
RBI 2
AJ Ewing headshot
Count 1-2
.309 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .136
SLG .173
HR 0
AB 81
H 11
RBI 4
Ha-Seong Kim headshot
Night
.309 OPS
AVG .120
OBP .189
SLG .120
HR 0
AB 83
H 10
RBI 6
Grant McCray headshot
As CF
.309 OPS
AVG .087
OBP .222
SLG .087
HR 0
AB 23
H 2
RBI 0
.309 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .176
SLG .133
HR 0
AB 15
H 2
RBI —
Jonny DeLuca headshot
Count 1-2
.309 OPS
AVG .145
OBP .145
SLG .164
HR 0
AB 55
H 8
RBI 2
.309 OPS
AVG .081
OBP .146
SLG .162
HR 1
AB 37
H 3
RBI 2
Cody Bellinger headshot
PETCO Park
.308 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .154
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 2
Tommy Edman headshot
Batting #4
.308 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .154
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Matt McLain headshot
Colorado Rockies
.308 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .154
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Bo Bichette headshot
Yankee Stadium
.308 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .154
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Bo Bichette headshot
Wrigley Field
.308 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .154
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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