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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.
Brandon Lowe headshot
Count 2-2
.537 OPS
AVG .186
OBP .194
SLG .343
HR 5
AB 102
H 19
RBI 15
Luisangel Acuna headshot
All Splits
.537 OPS
AVG .229
OBP .261
SLG .276
HR 2
AB 210
H 48
RBI 13
Michael Busch headshot
Busch Stadium II
.537 OPS
AVG .273
OBP .265
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 33
H 9
RBI 6
Carlos Narvaez headshot
None On
.537 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .259
SLG .278
HR 3
AB 144
H 24
RBI 3
Brandon Nimmo headshot
Count 0-1
.537 OPS
AVG .220
OBP .220
SLG .317
HR 0
AB 41
H 9
RBI 1
Nicky Lopez headshot
Night
.537 OPS
AVG .219
OBP .287
SLG .250
HR 1
AB 160
H 35
RBI 17
Danny Jansen headshot
Batting #8
.537 OPS
AVG .175
OBP .309
SLG .228
HR 0
AB 57
H 10
RBI 3
Dylan Beavers headshot
vs. Left
.537 OPS
AVG .219
OBP .271
SLG .266
HR 0
AB 64
H 14
RBI 8
Leo Jimenez headshot
Marlins Park
.537 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .325
SLG .212
HR 1
AB 66
H 11
RBI 6
Nathan Lukes headshot
Count 0-0
.537 OPS
AVG .220
OBP .244
SLG .293
HR 0
AB 41
H 9
RBI 3
.537 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .325
SLG .212
HR 1
AB 66
H 11
RBI 6
Lamonte Wade headshot
As 1B
.537 OPS
AVG .087
OBP .276
SLG .261
HR 1
AB 23
H 2
RBI 1
Davis Schneider headshot
Count 3-2
.537 OPS
AVG .043
OBP .450
SLG .087
HR 0
AB 23
H 1
RBI 1
Jose Trevino headshot
Scoring Position
.537 OPS
AVG .229
OBP .222
SLG .314
HR 1
AB 35
H 8
RBI 14
Cody Bellinger headshot
Count 1-0
.537 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .194
SLG .343
HR 1
AB 35
H 7
RBI 3
Jackson Holliday headshot
Tampa Bay Rays
.537 OPS
AVG .220
OBP .244
SLG .293
HR 0
AB 41
H 9
RBI 6
Jonny DeLuca headshot
Baltimore Orioles
.536 OPS
AVG .229
OBP .250
SLG .286
HR 0
AB 35
H 8
RBI 6
Liam Hicks headshot
Count 2-0
.536 OPS
AVG .250
OBP .286
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 12
H 3
RBI 3
.536 OPS
AVG .152
OBP .263
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 33
H 5
RBI 3
Anthony Volpe headshot
2nd PA
.536 OPS
AVG .226
OBP .262
SLG .274
HR 0
AB 62
H 14
RBI —
Joey Wiemer headshot
Batting #7
.536 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .273
SLG .263
HR 0
AB 19
H 3
RBI 4
Elly De La Cruz headshot
Toronto Blue Jays
.536 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .286
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 12
H 2
RBI 2
Elly De La Cruz headshot
Rogers Centre
.536 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .286
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 12
H 2
RBI 2
Jose Fermin headshot
Dodger Stadium
.536 OPS
AVG .250
OBP .286
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 12
H 3
RBI 1
Michael Conforto headshot
Batting #9
.536 OPS
AVG .063
OBP .286
SLG .250
HR 1
AB 16
H 1
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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