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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.
Chandler Simpson headshot
PNC Park
.533 OPS
AVG .267
OBP .267
SLG .267
HR 0
AB 15
H 4
RBI 0
Bobby Witt Jr. headshot
Count 2-0
.533 OPS
AVG .267
OBP .267
SLG .267
HR 0
AB 15
H 4
RBI 0
Chandler Simpson headshot
Count 1-2
.533 OPS
AVG .240
OBP .240
SLG .293
HR 0
AB 75
H 18
RBI 2
Bobby Witt Jr. headshot
Chicago Cubs
.533 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .333
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 2
RBI 1
Jac Caglianone headshot
Milwaukee Brewers
.533 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .333
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 2
RBI 0
Otto Kemp headshot
1st PA
.533 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .333
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 2
RBI —
.533 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .333
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 2
RBI 0
Chandler Simpson headshot
Pittsburgh Pirates
.533 OPS
AVG .267
OBP .267
SLG .267
HR 0
AB 15
H 4
RBI 0
Jazz Chisholm Jr. headshot
Last 15 Days
.533 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .333
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 2
RBI 0
Jazz Chisholm Jr. headshot
Last 7 Days
.533 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .333
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 2
RBI 0
Mickey Gasper headshot
Yankee Stadium
.533 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .333
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 2
RBI 0
Victor Bericoto headshot
Colorado Rockies
.533 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .200
SLG .333
HR 0
AB 15
H 3
RBI 0
Tim Tawa headshot
May
.533 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .333
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 15
H 3
RBI 2
Steven Kwan headshot
Washington Nationals
.533 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .333
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 2
RBI 0
Caleb Durbin headshot
Pittsburgh Pirates
.533 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .333
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 2
RBI 0
Jeremy Pena headshot
3rd PA
.533 OPS
AVG .222
OBP .260
SLG .273
HR 1
AB 99
H 22
RBI —
Nick Sogard headshot
Chicago Cubs
.533 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .333
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 2
RBI 0
Isiah Kiner-Falefa headshot
Texas Rangers
.533 OPS
AVG .267
OBP .267
SLG .267
HR 0
AB 15
H 4
RBI 0
.532 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .222
SLG .310
HR 3
AB 84
H 14
RBI 7
Jung Hoo Lee headshot
September
.532 OPS
AVG .188
OBP .235
SLG .297
HR 1
AB 64
H 12
RBI 8
.532 OPS
AVG .219
OBP .259
SLG .273
HR 1
AB 128
H 28
RBI 11
Cody Bellinger headshot
Boston Red Sox
.532 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .265
SLG .267
HR 1
AB 45
H 9
RBI 3
.532 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .244
SLG .288
HR 3
AB 80
H 12
RBI 6
Nathan Lukes headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.532 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .240
SLG .292
HR 1
AB 48
H 10
RBI 12
Jose Trevino headshot
August
.532 OPS
AVG .195
OBP .190
SLG .341
HR 2
AB 41
H 8
RBI 5

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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