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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.
Andruw Monasterio headshot
Rogers Centre
.543 OPS
AVG .231
OBP .313
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 3
RBI 1
Leo Jimenez headshot
Runners On
.543 OPS
AVG .188
OBP .296
SLG .246
HR 1
AB 69
H 13
RBI 13
Joey Meneses headshot
vs. Left
.543 OPS
AVG .231
OBP .313
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 3
RBI 2
Lamonte Wade headshot
Los Angeles Angels
.543 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .313
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 2
.543 OPS
AVG .141
OBP .247
SLG .296
HR 3
AB 71
H 10
RBI 9
Jim Jarvis headshot
Batting #9
.543 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .265
SLG .278
HR 1
AB 90
H 18
RBI 9
Mike Yastrzemski headshot
Chase Field
.543 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .313
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 2
Nick Sogard headshot
As 1B
.543 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .286
SLG .257
HR 0
AB 70
H 15
RBI 3
Ezequiel Tovar headshot
Bases Loaded
.543 OPS
AVG .231
OBP .235
SLG .308
HR 0
AB 13
H 3
RBI 11
Andy Pages headshot
San Francisco Giants
.543 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .243
SLG .300
HR 2
AB 30
H 3
RBI 5
Taylor Walls headshot
Baltimore Orioles
.543 OPS
AVG .194
OBP .293
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 36
H 7
RBI 0
.543 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .179
SLG .364
HR 4
AB 77
H 14
RBI 10
.543 OPS
AVG .190
OBP .236
SLG .307
HR 4
AB 179
H 34
RBI 23
Matt Vierling headshot
Cleveland Indians
.543 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .227
SLG .316
HR 1
AB 19
H 3
RBI 2
Jarren Duran headshot
March
.543 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .389
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 1
Pedro Pages headshot
Runners On
.543 OPS
AVG .192
OBP .261
SLG .282
HR 2
AB 78
H 15
RBI 10
Bryce Eldridge headshot
San Diego Padres
.543 OPS
AVG .250
OBP .268
SLG .275
HR 0
AB 40
H 10
RBI 2
Sean Murphy headshot
Philadelphia Phillies
.543 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .313
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Edgar Quero headshot
Minnesota Twins
.543 OPS
AVG .231
OBP .313
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 3
RBI 1
Edwin Arroyo headshot
As 2B
.543 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .265
SLG .278
HR 0
AB 126
H 30
RBI 4
Roman Anthony headshot
Detroit Tigers
.543 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .389
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 1
Will Smith headshot
June
.543 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .313
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
TJ Friedl headshot
Pittsburgh Pirates
.543 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .313
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 26
H 4
RBI 0
Fernando Tatis Jr. headshot
Count 0-2
.543 OPS
AVG .261
OBP .261
SLG .283
HR 0
AB 46
H 12
RBI 2
Drew Cavanaugh headshot
Count 3-2
.542 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .417
SLG .125
HR 0
AB 16
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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