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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.
Jose Tena headshot
Count 0-2
.233 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .100
SLG .133
HR 0
AB 30
H 3
RBI 1
Abimelec Ortiz headshot
Count 2-2
.233 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .100
SLG .133
HR 0
AB 30
H 3
RBI 1
Jonah Heim headshot
Count 2-2
.233 OPS
AVG .105
OBP .128
SLG .105
HR 0
AB 38
H 4
RBI 1
.232 OPS
AVG .069
OBP .111
SLG .121
HR 1
AB 58
H 4
RBI 3
.232 OPS
AVG .095
OBP .136
SLG .095
HR 0
AB 21
H 2
RBI 0
Ozzie Albies headshot
Last 7 Days
.232 OPS
AVG .095
OBP .136
SLG .095
HR 0
AB 21
H 2
RBI 1
Adolis Garcia headshot
Count 1-2
.232 OPS
AVG .106
OBP .104
SLG .128
HR 0
AB 47
H 5
RBI 2
Eric Wagaman headshot
As 1B
.232 OPS
AVG .095
OBP .136
SLG .095
HR 0
AB 21
H 2
RBI 0
Sterlin Thompson headshot
Batting #7
.232 OPS
AVG .038
OBP .194
SLG .038
HR 0
AB 26
H 1
RBI 3
Daulton Varsho headshot
Seattle Mariners
.232 OPS
AVG .095
OBP .136
SLG .095
HR 0
AB 21
H 2
RBI 1
Dansby Swanson headshot
Count 0-2
.232 OPS
AVG .118
OBP .114
SLG .118
HR 0
AB 34
H 4
RBI 5
Daniel Susac headshot
Batting #9
.232 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .111
SLG .121
HR 0
AB 33
H 3
RBI 2
George Springer headshot
Texas Rangers
.232 OPS
AVG .095
OBP .136
SLG .095
HR 0
AB 21
H 2
RBI 0
Christian Koss headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.232 OPS
AVG .095
OBP .136
SLG .095
HR 0
AB 21
H 2
RBI 3
Rob Refsnyder headshot
Safeco Field
.232 OPS
AVG .069
OBP .111
SLG .121
HR 1
AB 58
H 4
RBI 3
Cesar Salazar headshot
Minute Maid Park
.231 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .231
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 10
H 0
RBI 0
Denzer Guzman headshot
Baltimore Orioles
.231 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .231
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 10
H 0
RBI 0
Leody Taveras headshot
Atlanta Braves
.231 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .231
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 10
H 0
RBI 0
Abimelec Ortiz headshot
Count 1-2
.231 OPS
AVG .115
OBP .115
SLG .115
HR 0
AB 26
H 3
RBI 1
Darell Hernaiz headshot
Count 0-2
.231 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 0
Wyatt Langford headshot
Milwaukee Brewers
.231 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .231
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 10
H 0
RBI 0
Lane Thomas headshot
Count 0-2
.231 OPS
AVG .115
OBP .115
SLG .115
HR 0
AB 26
H 3
RBI 0
Gavin Sheets headshot
PNC Park
.231 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 0
Ivan Johnson headshot
None On
.231 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .231
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 10
H 0
RBI 0
.231 OPS
AVG .115
OBP .115
SLG .115
HR 0
AB 26
H 3
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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