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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.
Kyle Higashioka headshot
Batting #9
.569 OPS
AVG .145
OBP .242
SLG .327
HR 3
AB 55
H 8
RBI 7
JJ Bleday headshot
American Family Field
.569 OPS
AVG .217
OBP .308
SLG .261
HR 0
AB 23
H 5
RBI 1
Sebastian Rivero headshot
All Splits
.569 OPS
AVG .245
OBP .286
SLG .283
HR 0
AB 53
H 13
RBI 8
Everson Pereira headshot
Scoring Position
.569 OPS
AVG .148
OBP .273
SLG .296
HR 1
AB 27
H 4
RBI 7
Andrew Benintendi headshot
September
.569 OPS
AVG .189
OBP .267
SLG .302
HR 1
AB 53
H 10
RBI 9
.569 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .302
SLG .267
HR 1
AB 75
H 15
RBI —
Jordan Beck headshot
Night
.569 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .267
SLG .302
HR 1
AB 106
H 22
RBI 7
Matt McLain headshot
2nd PA
.569 OPS
AVG .170
OBP .248
SLG .321
HR 4
AB 112
H 19
RBI —
Victor Robles headshot
None On
.569 OPS
AVG .233
OBP .309
SLG .260
HR 0
AB 73
H 17
RBI 0
Alika Williams headshot
Runners On
.569 OPS
AVG .220
OBP .250
SLG .319
HR 1
AB 91
H 20
RBI 13
.569 OPS
AVG .225
OBP .244
SLG .325
HR 1
AB 40
H 9
RBI 4
Mike Trout headshot
4th PA
.569 OPS
AVG .159
OBP .312
SLG .257
HR 3
AB 113
H 18
RBI —
.569 OPS
AVG .224
OBP .275
SLG .294
HR 1
AB 85
H 19
RBI —
Miguel Amaya headshot
Last 15 Days
.569 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .235
SLG .333
HR 0
AB 15
H 3
RBI 3
Yandy Diaz headshot
Cleveland Indians
.569 OPS
AVG .217
OBP .308
SLG .261
HR 0
AB 23
H 5
RBI 0
Christian Koss headshot
San Diego Padres
.568 OPS
AVG .250
OBP .318
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 20
H 5
RBI 1
Hao-Yu Lee headshot
1st PA
.568 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .248
SLG .320
HR 1
AB 103
H 22
RBI —
Darell Hernaiz headshot
vs. Right
.568 OPS
AVG .224
OBP .309
SLG .259
HR 0
AB 85
H 19
RBI 5
Jahmai Jones headshot
Last 15 Days
.568 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .318
HR 1
AB 22
H 4
RBI 1
Darell Hernaiz headshot
Batting #8
.568 OPS
AVG .233
OBP .313
SLG .256
HR 0
AB 43
H 10
RBI 2
Tyler Freeman headshot
vs. Left
.568 OPS
AVG .223
OBP .270
SLG .298
HR 2
AB 94
H 21
RBI 7
Michael Harris II headshot
Citi Field
.568 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .318
HR 1
AB 22
H 4
RBI 1
Edmundo Sosa headshot
Batting #5
.568 OPS
AVG .228
OBP .270
SLG .298
HR 1
AB 57
H 13
RBI 10
Austin Riley headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.568 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .221
SLG .347
HR 3
AB 72
H 12
RBI 20
Masataka Yoshida headshot
Tampa Bay Rays
.568 OPS
AVG .192
OBP .222
SLG .346
HR 1
AB 26
H 5
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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