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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 Fermin headshot
Baltimore Orioles
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 1
Juan Soto headshot
Chase Field
.167 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .167
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 10
H 0
RBI 0
Sandy Leon headshot
vs. Right
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 24
H 2
RBI 0
Griffin Conine headshot
Boston Red Sox
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Jose Ramirez headshot
Philadelphia Phillies
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Nolan Gorman headshot
Count 1-2
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 48
H 4
RBI 4
Cam Smith headshot
Tropicana Field
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Sebastian Rivero headshot
Count 1-2
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 1
Josh Naylor headshot
Coors Field
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 2
Xander Bogaerts headshot
Citizens Bank Park
.167 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .167
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 10
H 0
RBI 1
Matt Chapman headshot
Marlins Park
.167 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .167
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 10
H 0
RBI 0
Jakob Marsee headshot
Texas Rangers
.167 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .167
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 10
H 0
RBI 0
Hector Rodriguez headshot
American Family Field
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Nolan Arenado headshot
Los Angeles Angels
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Gavin Sheets headshot
Pittsburgh Pirates
.167 OPS
AVG .056
OBP .056
SLG .111
HR 0
AB 18
H 1
RBI 0
Jonathan India headshot
Count 1-2
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 1
Michael Harris II headshot
Oakland Athletics
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Riley Greene headshot
Camden Yards
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Jonah Heim headshot
Chicago White Sox
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Jose Ramirez headshot
Citizens Bank Park
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Cal Raleigh headshot
San Francisco Giants
.167 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .167
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 10
H 0
RBI 0
Brett Baty headshot
Seattle Mariners
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Cesar Prieto headshot
Batting #9
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Alec Bohm headshot
Tampa Bay Rays
.167 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .167
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 10
H 0
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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