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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.
Nolan Schanuel headshot
Milwaukee Brewers
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Graham Pauley headshot
Count 2-2
.167 OPS
AVG .067
OBP .067
SLG .100
HR 0
AB 30
H 2
RBI 0
Kyren Paris headshot
All Splits
.167 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .167
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 15
H 0
RBI 0
Michael Massey headshot
Safeco Field
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Connor Norby headshot
Batting #4
.167 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .167
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 10
H 0
RBI 0
Nolan Schanuel headshot
Kauffman Stadium
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Adley Rutschman headshot
Safeco Field
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Jorbit Vivas headshot
Milwaukee Brewers
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 1
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Carter Jensen headshot
Dodger Stadium
.167 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .167
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 10
H 0
RBI 0
Casey Schmitt headshot
Toronto Blue Jays
.167 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .083
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 0
Kody Clemens headshot
Los Angeles Angels
.165 OPS
AVG .045
OBP .120
SLG .045
HR 0
AB 22
H 1
RBI 1
Hao-Yu Lee headshot
Count 1-2
.165 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .082
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 48
H 4
RBI 4
Liam Hicks headshot
Batting #8
.164 OPS
AVG .059
OBP .105
SLG .059
HR 0
AB 17
H 1
RBI 1
.164 OPS
AVG .056
OBP .053
SLG .111
HR 0
AB 18
H 1
RBI 2
Ben Rice headshot
Fenway Park
.163 OPS
AVG .043
OBP .120
SLG .043
HR 0
AB 23
H 1
RBI 0
.161 OPS
AVG .056
OBP .105
SLG .056
HR 0
AB 18
H 1
RBI —
.161 OPS
AVG .056
OBP .105
SLG .056
HR 0
AB 18
H 1
RBI 0
Sam Huff headshot
Away
.161 OPS
AVG .056
OBP .105
SLG .056
HR 0
AB 18
H 1
RBI 0
Drew Millas headshot
Count 2-2
.161 OPS
AVG .056
OBP .105
SLG .056
HR 0
AB 18
H 1
RBI 0
Otto Kemp headshot
Night
.161 OPS
AVG .056
OBP .105
SLG .056
HR 0
AB 18
H 1
RBI 0
Michael Massey headshot
Bases Loaded
.160 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .077
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI 3
.160 OPS
AVG .083
OBP .077
SLG .083
HR 0
AB 12
H 1
RBI —
.160 OPS
AVG .080
OBP .080
SLG .080
HR 0
AB 25
H 2
RBI 0
Teoscar Hernandez headshot
Arizona Diamondbacks
.158 OPS
AVG .065
OBP .094
SLG .065
HR 0
AB 31
H 2
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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