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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.
Jorge Polanco headshot
Count 0-0
.188 OPS
AVG .063
OBP .063
SLG .125
HR 0
AB 16
H 1
RBI 1
Taylor Trammell headshot
Last 7 Days
.188 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .188
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 13
H 0
RBI 0
Leo Jimenez headshot
Count 1-2
.188 OPS
AVG .094
OBP .094
SLG .094
HR 0
AB 32
H 3
RBI 0
.188 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .188
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 13
H 0
RBI 0
Rodolfo Duran headshot
St. Louis Cardinals
.188 OPS
AVG .063
OBP .063
SLG .125
HR 0
AB 16
H 1
RBI 0
Deyvison De Los Santos headshot
Lead Off Inning
.188 OPS
AVG .063
OBP .063
SLG .125
HR 0
AB 16
H 1
RBI 0
Addison Barger headshot
Runners On
.188 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .188
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 12
H 0
RBI 2
Michael Toglia headshot
None On
.188 OPS
AVG .063
OBP .063
SLG .125
HR 0
AB 16
H 1
RBI 0
Tim Tawa headshot
Philadelphia Phillies
.186 OPS
AVG .050
OBP .136
SLG .050
HR 0
AB 20
H 1
RBI 0
Osleivis Basabe headshot
Count 1-2
.186 OPS
AVG .048
OBP .091
SLG .095
HR 0
AB 21
H 1
RBI 0
Sal Frelick headshot
Count 0-2
.186 OPS
AVG .095
OBP .091
SLG .095
HR 0
AB 21
H 2
RBI 1
Kyle Karros headshot
Count 1-2
.186 OPS
AVG .085
OBP .085
SLG .102
HR 0
AB 59
H 5
RBI 3
Nolan Arenado headshot
Philadelphia Phillies
.186 OPS
AVG .095
OBP .091
SLG .095
HR 0
AB 21
H 2
RBI 1
Mickey Moniak headshot
Count 0-2
.186 OPS
AVG .094
OBP .092
SLG .094
HR 0
AB 64
H 6
RBI 4
Carlos Santana headshot
vs. Right
.186 OPS
AVG .048
OBP .091
SLG .095
HR 0
AB 21
H 1
RBI 0
Gleyber Torres headshot
Count 0-2
.186 OPS
AVG .095
OBP .091
SLG .095
HR 0
AB 21
H 2
RBI 1
Taylor Walls headshot
Seattle Mariners
.184 OPS
AVG .067
OBP .118
SLG .067
HR 0
AB 15
H 1
RBI 1
.184 OPS
AVG .056
OBP .128
SLG .056
HR 0
AB 36
H 2
RBI 0
Jo Adell headshot
Safeco Field
.182 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .091
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Eric Haase headshot
Count 2-2
.182 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .091
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 1
Oswald Peraza headshot
Safeco Field
.182 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .091
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Cesar Prieto headshot
2nd PA
.182 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .091
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI —
Braden Shewmake headshot
Batting #5
.182 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .091
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 1
.182 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .091
SLG .091
HR 0
AB 11
H 1
RBI 0
Bryce Johnson headshot
Batting #8
.182 OPS
AVG .091
OBP .091
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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