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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.
Esteury Ruiz headshot
Count 1-2
.281 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .125
SLG .156
HR 0
AB 32
H 4
RBI 0
Michael Busch headshot
Count 0-2
.281 OPS
AVG .123
OBP .123
SLG .158
HR 0
AB 57
H 7
RBI 5
Matt Wallner headshot
3rd PA
.281 OPS
AVG .097
OBP .152
SLG .129
HR 0
AB 31
H 3
RBI —
Brett Baty headshot
Count 0-2
.281 OPS
AVG .094
OBP .111
SLG .170
HR 1
AB 53
H 5
RBI 1
Zach Neto headshot
Count 0-2
.281 OPS
AVG .090
OBP .101
SLG .179
HR 0
AB 78
H 7
RBI 2
Otto Lopez headshot
Citi Field
.281 OPS
AVG .111
OBP .133
SLG .148
HR 0
AB 27
H 3
RBI 3
Edouard Julien headshot
Count 2-2
.280 OPS
AVG .120
OBP .120
SLG .160
HR 0
AB 50
H 6
RBI 2
Ketel Marte headshot
Washington Nationals
.280 OPS
AVG .080
OBP .080
SLG .200
HR 1
AB 25
H 2
RBI 2
Amed Rosario headshot
Count 2-2
.280 OPS
AVG .080
OBP .080
SLG .200
HR 1
AB 25
H 2
RBI 3
Christian Vazquez headshot
Count 0-2
.280 OPS
AVG .120
OBP .120
SLG .160
HR 0
AB 25
H 3
RBI 1
Marcus Semien headshot
Count 1-2
.279 OPS
AVG .116
OBP .116
SLG .163
HR 1
AB 86
H 10
RBI 7
Leody Taveras headshot
Count 0-2
.279 OPS
AVG .140
OBP .140
SLG .140
HR 0
AB 43
H 6
RBI 4
Francisco Lindor headshot
Count 1-2
.279 OPS
AVG .131
OBP .131
SLG .148
HR 0
AB 61
H 8
RBI 2
.279 OPS
AVG .115
OBP .164
SLG .115
HR 0
AB 52
H 6
RBI 0
Carlos Santana headshot
All Splits
.279 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .154
SLG .125
HR 0
AB 24
H 2
RBI 0
.279 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .154
SLG .125
HR 0
AB 24
H 2
RBI 0
Sam Huff headshot
vs. Right
.279 OPS
AVG .095
OBP .136
SLG .143
HR 0
AB 21
H 2
RBI 0
Victor Caratini headshot
Count 0-2
.279 OPS
AVG .128
OBP .125
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 39
H 5
RBI 4
Alex Bregman headshot
Arizona Diamondbacks
.279 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .154
SLG .125
HR 0
AB 24
H 2
RBI 1
Jonah Cox headshot
Los Angeles Dodgers
.279 OPS
AVG .095
OBP .136
SLG .143
HR 0
AB 21
H 2
RBI 2
Isiah Kiner-Falefa headshot
Last 15 Days
.279 OPS
AVG .087
OBP .192
SLG .087
HR 0
AB 23
H 2
RBI 0
Richie Palacios headshot
Count 1-2
.279 OPS
AVG .131
OBP .131
SLG .148
HR 0
AB 61
H 8
RBI 3
Andrew McCutchen headshot
Count 2-2
.278 OPS
AVG .056
OBP .056
SLG .222
HR 1
AB 18
H 1
RBI 3
Tyler Heineman headshot
Count 1-2
.278 OPS
AVG .128
OBP .150
SLG .128
HR 0
AB 39
H 5
RBI 1
Yoan Moncada headshot
vs. Left
.278 OPS
AVG .048
OBP .231
SLG .048
HR 0
AB 21
H 1
RBI 1

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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