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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.
Sung-Mun Song headshot
1st PA
.529 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .333
SLG .196
HR 0
AB 46
H 8
RBI —
Christian Yelich headshot
Batting #3
.529 OPS
AVG .240
OBP .269
SLG .260
HR 0
AB 50
H 12
RBI 5
Lenyn Sosa headshot
Count 0-1
.529 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .176
SLG .353
HR 1
AB 17
H 3
RBI 2
Jarred Kelenic headshot
Batting #6
.529 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .318
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 19
H 4
RBI 0
Lawrence Butler headshot
Batting #1
.529 OPS
AVG .162
OBP .205
SLG .324
HR 2
AB 37
H 6
RBI 3
Austin Hedges headshot
August
.529 OPS
AVG .179
OBP .273
SLG .256
HR 1
AB 39
H 7
RBI 4
Austin Hedges headshot
Count 2-2
.529 OPS
AVG .265
OBP .265
SLG .265
HR 0
AB 34
H 9
RBI 0
Bryson Stott headshot
St. Louis Cardinals
.529 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .318
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 19
H 4
RBI 0
Braden Montgomery headshot
Count 2-1
.529 OPS
AVG .235
OBP .235
SLG .294
HR 0
AB 17
H 4
RBI 1
.529 OPS
AVG .189
OBP .222
SLG .306
HR 3
AB 111
H 21
RBI 8
Colt Emerson headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.529 OPS
AVG .138
OBP .219
SLG .310
HR 1
AB 29
H 4
RBI 10
Francisco Lindor headshot
Chicago Cubs
.529 OPS
AVG .235
OBP .235
SLG .294
HR 0
AB 17
H 4
RBI 0
Alek Thomas headshot
Count 0-1
.529 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .176
SLG .353
HR 0
AB 17
H 3
RBI 2
Buddy Kennedy headshot
Last 15 Days
.529 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .318
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 19
H 4
RBI 1
William Contreras headshot
Count 1-2
.529 OPS
AVG .207
OBP .207
SLG .322
HR 3
AB 87
H 18
RBI 11
Matt Wallner headshot
4th PA
.529 OPS
AVG .148
OBP .233
SLG .296
HR 1
AB 27
H 4
RBI —
Nasim Nunez headshot
Philadelphia Phillies
.529 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .318
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 38
H 8
RBI 5
Anthony Volpe headshot
None On
.529 OPS
AVG .195
OBP .261
SLG .268
HR 1
AB 123
H 24
RBI 1
.529 OPS
AVG .205
OBP .234
SLG .295
HR 1
AB 44
H 9
RBI 5
Leo Bernal headshot
Count 2-2
.529 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .176
SLG .353
HR 1
AB 17
H 3
RBI 5
.529 OPS
AVG .183
OBP .246
SLG .283
HR 1
AB 60
H 11
RBI 4
Eli White headshot
Philadelphia Phillies
.529 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .176
SLG .353
HR 1
AB 17
H 3
RBI 2
Blaze Jordan headshot
Great American
.528 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .250
SLG .278
HR 0
AB 18
H 3
RBI 1
.528 OPS
AVG .242
OBP .286
SLG .242
HR 0
AB 33
H 8
RBI 5
.528 OPS
AVG .196
OBP .245
SLG .283
HR 1
AB 46
H 9
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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