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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.
Jonah Heim headshot
4th PA
.557 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .268
SLG .289
HR 1
AB 76
H 16
RBI —
Yandy Diaz headshot
Bases Loaded
.557 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .357
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 2
RBI 6
Miguel Amaya headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.557 OPS
AVG .179
OBP .343
SLG .214
HR 0
AB 28
H 5
RBI 7
Ke'Bryan Hayes headshot
Lead Off Inning
.557 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .224
SLG .333
HR 2
AB 54
H 9
RBI 2
Harrison Bader headshot
All Splits
.557 OPS
AVG .170
OBP .198
SLG .358
HR 5
AB 106
H 18
RBI 14
Michael Harris II headshot
Count 3-2
.557 OPS
AVG .179
OBP .327
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 39
H 7
RBI 4
Michael Busch headshot
Baltimore Orioles
.557 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .357
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 2
RBI 1
Taylor Trammell headshot
Last 30 Days
.557 OPS
AVG .151
OBP .274
SLG .283
HR 1
AB 53
H 8
RBI 2
Lazaro Montes headshot
Oakland Athletics
.557 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .200
SLG .357
HR 1
AB 14
H 2
RBI 4
Cole Carrigg headshot
Nationals Park
.557 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .200
SLG .357
HR 1
AB 14
H 2
RBI 2
Tommy Edman headshot
Count 3-2
.557 OPS
AVG .172
OBP .385
SLG .172
HR 0
AB 29
H 5
RBI 3
Luis Robert headshot
Count 2-2
.557 OPS
AVG .188
OBP .182
SLG .375
HR 2
AB 32
H 6
RBI 3
Luisangel Acuna headshot
Last 15 Days
.557 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .200
SLG .357
HR 1
AB 14
H 2
RBI 1
Logan O'Hoppe headshot
None On
.557 OPS
AVG .209
OBP .259
SLG .299
HR 3
AB 134
H 28
RBI 3
Gleyber Torres headshot
Count 2-2
.557 OPS
AVG .246
OBP .246
SLG .311
HR 1
AB 61
H 15
RBI 5
Luisangel Acuna headshot
Count 3-2
.557 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .357
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 1
RBI 2
Luke Maile headshot
Scoring Position
.557 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .200
SLG .357
HR 1
AB 14
H 2
RBI 4
.557 OPS
AVG .232
OBP .282
SLG .275
HR 0
AB 69
H 16
RBI 7
Max Kepler headshot
vs. Right
.557 OPS
AVG .198
OBP .264
SLG .293
HR 2
AB 116
H 23
RBI 14
.557 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .296
SLG .261
HR 0
AB 23
H 4
RBI 0
Michael Busch headshot
Camden Yards
.557 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .357
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 2
RBI 1
Oswald Peraza headshot
1st PA
.557 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .243
SLG .314
HR 2
AB 105
H 21
RBI —
Shea Langeliers headshot
5th+ PA
.557 OPS
AVG .213
OBP .302
SLG .255
HR 0
AB 47
H 10
RBI —
Abimelec Ortiz headshot
Philadelphia Phillies
.557 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .200
SLG .357
HR 1
AB 14
H 2
RBI 1
.557 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .268
SLG .289
HR 0
AB 38
H 8
RBI —

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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