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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.
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St. Louis Cardinals
.154 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .154
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 11
H 0
RBI 0
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San Diego Padres
.154 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .077
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 0
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Detroit Tigers
.154 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .154
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 11
H 0
RBI 0
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Progressive Field
.154 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .077
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 0
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Los Angeles Dodgers
.154 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .077
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 0
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As CF
.154 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .077
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 1
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Batting #5
.154 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .154
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 11
H 0
RBI 0
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Dodger Stadium
.154 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .077
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 0
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Busch Stadium II
.154 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .154
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 11
H 0
RBI 0
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Tropicana Field
.154 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .154
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 11
H 0
RBI 0
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Count 2-2
.154 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .077
HR 0
AB 26
H 2
RBI 1
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Colorado Rockies
.154 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .154
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 11
H 0
RBI 0
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Bases Loaded
.154 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .154
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 11
H 0
RBI 4
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Count 2-1
.154 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .077
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 0
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Batting #4
.154 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .154
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 11
H 0
RBI 1
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Count 1-2
.154 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .077
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 0
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American Family Field
.154 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .154
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 11
H 0
RBI 0
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Target Field
.154 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .077
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 0
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Minnesota Twins
.154 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .077
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 0
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Chicago White Sox
.154 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .077
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 0
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Minute Maid Park
.154 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .077
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 0
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Milwaukee Brewers
.154 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .154
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 11
H 0
RBI 0
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San Diego Padres
.154 OPS
AVG .000
OBP .154
SLG .000
HR 0
AB 11
H 0
RBI 0
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Tampa Bay Rays
.154 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .077
HR 0
AB 13
H 1
RBI 0
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Rogers Centre
.154 OPS
AVG .077
OBP .077
SLG .077
HR 0
AB 13
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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