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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
Marlins Park
.292 OPS
AVG .038
OBP .138
SLG .154
HR 1
AB 26
H 1
RBI 3
Trea Turner headshot
Count 1-2
.292 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .125
SLG .167
HR 1
AB 120
H 15
RBI 6
Jonny DeLuca headshot
Count 2-2
.292 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .125
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 48
H 6
RBI 5
Cal Raleigh headshot
Count 2-2
.292 OPS
AVG .115
OBP .113
SLG .179
HR 1
AB 78
H 9
RBI 6
.292 OPS
AVG .067
OBP .125
SLG .167
HR 1
AB 30
H 2
RBI 1
Pavin Smith headshot
Count 2-2
.292 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .125
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 24
H 3
RBI 1
Carlos Narvaez headshot
Batting #7
.292 OPS
AVG .063
OBP .167
SLG .125
HR 0
AB 16
H 1
RBI 0
.292 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .125
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 24
H 3
RBI 1
Lujames Groover headshot
Chase Field
.292 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .125
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 24
H 3
RBI 1
Buddy Kennedy headshot
None On
.291 OPS
AVG .111
OBP .143
SLG .148
HR 0
AB 27
H 3
RBI 0
.291 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .200
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 22
H 2
RBI 0
Jonathan Aranda headshot
Count 2-2
.291 OPS
AVG .132
OBP .140
SLG .151
HR 0
AB 106
H 14
RBI 5
Jorge Polanco headshot
Scoring Position
.291 OPS
AVG .103
OBP .188
SLG .103
HR 0
AB 29
H 3
RBI 3
Josh Lowe headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.291 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .200
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 22
H 2
RBI 3
Noelvi Marte headshot
August
.290 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .156
SLG .133
HR 0
AB 30
H 4
RBI 1
Tristan Gray headshot
3rd PA
.290 OPS
AVG .098
OBP .095
SLG .195
HR 1
AB 41
H 4
RBI —
Marcus Semien headshot
Count 2-2
.290 OPS
AVG .101
OBP .101
SLG .188
HR 1
AB 69
H 7
RBI 5
Carson Benge headshot
San Francisco Giants
.290 OPS
AVG .087
OBP .160
SLG .130
HR 0
AB 23
H 2
RBI 2
.290 OPS
AVG .118
OBP .143
SLG .147
HR 0
AB 34
H 4
RBI 1
Edwin Arroyo headshot
Count 1-2
.290 OPS
AVG .097
OBP .097
SLG .194
HR 0
AB 31
H 3
RBI 1
Drew Gilbert headshot
Los Angeles Dodgers
.290 OPS
AVG .050
OBP .240
SLG .050
HR 0
AB 20
H 1
RBI 1
Mike Yastrzemski headshot
Last 7 Days
.289 OPS
AVG .067
OBP .222
SLG .067
HR 0
AB 15
H 1
RBI 1
Carlos Narvaez headshot
Count 1-2
.289 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .107
SLG .182
HR 1
AB 55
H 5
RBI 1
Kyle Higashioka headshot
Batting #5
.289 OPS
AVG .067
OBP .222
SLG .067
HR 0
AB 15
H 1
RBI 1
Taylor Ward headshot
Count 1-2
.289 OPS
AVG .120
OBP .120
SLG .169
HR 1
AB 83
H 10
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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