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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.
Graham Pauley headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.557 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .200
SLG .357
HR 1
AB 14
H 2
RBI 4
Keibert Ruiz headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.556 OPS
AVG .185
OBP .185
SLG .370
HR 3
AB 54
H 10
RBI 14
.556 OPS
AVG .175
OBP .265
SLG .290
HR 7
AB 286
H 50
RBI 34
Yohel Pozo headshot
Home
.556 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .167
SLG .389
HR 1
AB 18
H 3
RBI 3
Adrian Del Castillo headshot
All Splits
.556 OPS
AVG .193
OBP .246
SLG .309
HR 5
AB 181
H 35
RBI 24
Victor Caratini headshot
Batting #5
.556 OPS
AVG .245
OBP .291
SLG .265
HR 0
AB 49
H 12
RBI 5
Yohandy Morales headshot
Batting #7
.556 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .167
SLG .389
HR 1
AB 18
H 3
RBI 3
Xavier Edwards headshot
September
.556 OPS
AVG .222
OBP .333
SLG .222
HR 0
AB 18
H 4
RBI 1
Danny Jansen headshot
April
.556 OPS
AVG .185
OBP .279
SLG .278
HR 0
AB 54
H 10
RBI 3
Lane Thomas headshot
Batting #7
.556 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .222
SLG .333
HR 1
AB 24
H 3
RBI 1
Brett Baty headshot
April
.556 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .256
SLG .300
HR 1
AB 70
H 14
RBI 9
Jorge Mateo headshot
Runners On
.556 OPS
AVG .213
OBP .256
SLG .300
HR 2
AB 80
H 17
RBI 15
Jose Altuve headshot
Count 1-0
.556 OPS
AVG .250
OBP .250
SLG .306
HR 0
AB 36
H 9
RBI 2
Blake Perkins headshot
American Family Field
.556 OPS
AVG .146
OBP .239
SLG .317
HR 1
AB 41
H 6
RBI 7
Curtis Mead headshot
Count 0-2
.556 OPS
AVG .222
OBP .222
SLG .333
HR 1
AB 27
H 6
RBI 1
Kyle Stowers headshot
St. Louis Cardinals
.556 OPS
AVG .222
OBP .333
SLG .222
HR 0
AB 18
H 4
RBI 3
Evan Carter headshot
Scoring Position
.556 OPS
AVG .181
OBP .241
SLG .314
HR 2
AB 105
H 19
RBI 29
Matt Wallner headshot
Batting #8
.556 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .208
SLG .348
HR 1
AB 23
H 4
RBI 3
Dillon Dingler headshot
Progressive Field
.556 OPS
AVG .217
OBP .208
SLG .348
HR 0
AB 23
H 5
RBI 2
Nick Yorke headshot
vs. Right
.556 OPS
AVG .204
OBP .291
SLG .265
HR 0
AB 49
H 10
RBI 2
Blaze Jordan headshot
vs. Right
.556 OPS
AVG .235
OBP .252
SLG .304
HR 1
AB 115
H 27
RBI 20
.556 OPS
AVG .146
OBP .239
SLG .317
HR 1
AB 41
H 6
RBI 7
Nick Loftin headshot
Count 1-1
.556 OPS
AVG .194
OBP .194
SLG .361
HR 2
AB 36
H 7
RBI 3
Nasim Nunez headshot
3rd PA
.556 OPS
AVG .229
OBP .308
SLG .248
HR 0
AB 105
H 24
RBI —
Yoan Moncada headshot
Batting #5
.556 OPS
AVG .151
OBP .295
SLG .260
HR 2
AB 73
H 11
RBI 6

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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