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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.
Josh Bell headshot
Oakland Athletics
.525 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .294
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 3
Josh Naylor headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.525 OPS
AVG .169
OBP .244
SLG .282
HR 2
AB 71
H 12
RBI 20
.525 OPS
AVG .203
OBP .241
SLG .284
HR 1
AB 74
H 15
RBI —
.525 OPS
AVG .195
OBP .233
SLG .293
HR 1
AB 41
H 8
RBI 7
Christian Franklin headshot
All Splits
.525 OPS
AVG .180
OBP .305
SLG .220
HR 0
AB 50
H 9
RBI 1
Wenceel Perez headshot
Lead Off Inning
.524 OPS
AVG .147
OBP .171
SLG .353
HR 2
AB 34
H 5
RBI 2
Lawrence Butler headshot
Batting #7
.524 OPS
AVG .177
OBP .250
SLG .274
HR 1
AB 62
H 11
RBI 3
Trevor Story headshot
Houston Astros
.524 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .238
SLG .286
HR 0
AB 21
H 5
RBI 1
Cedric Mullins headshot
Count 0-1
.524 OPS
AVG .262
OBP .262
SLG .262
HR 0
AB 42
H 11
RBI 0
Brayan Rocchio headshot
Tampa Bay Rays
.524 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .238
SLG .286
HR 0
AB 21
H 5
RBI 1
Kahlil Watson headshot
None On
.524 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .222
SLG .302
HR 1
AB 53
H 11
RBI 1
Jordan Beck headshot
Count 0-0
.524 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .238
SLG .286
HR 0
AB 21
H 5
RBI 1
Brandon Nimmo headshot
Toronto Blue Jays
.524 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .333
SLG .190
HR 0
AB 21
H 3
RBI 1
.524 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .244
SLG .280
HR 3
AB 75
H 10
RBI 3
Colby Thomas headshot
Batting #6
.524 OPS
AVG .190
OBP .190
SLG .333
HR 1
AB 21
H 4
RBI 3
Freddie Freeman headshot
San Francisco Giants
.524 OPS
AVG .209
OBP .292
SLG .233
HR 0
AB 43
H 9
RBI 0
Steven Kwan headshot
Count 1-2
.524 OPS
AVG .226
OBP .234
SLG .290
HR 0
AB 93
H 21
RBI 3
Jonny DeLuca headshot
Count 2-1
.524 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .238
SLG .286
HR 0
AB 21
H 5
RBI 2
Wenceel Perez headshot
vs. Right
.524 OPS
AVG .156
OBP .240
SLG .284
HR 3
AB 109
H 17
RBI 6
Bryce Johnson headshot
None On
.524 OPS
AVG .219
OBP .242
SLG .281
HR 0
AB 32
H 7
RBI 0
Paul Goldschmidt headshot
Count 1-2
.524 OPS
AVG .190
OBP .190
SLG .333
HR 2
AB 63
H 12
RBI 7
Jase Bowen headshot
1st PA
.524 OPS
AVG .178
OBP .213
SLG .311
HR 1
AB 45
H 8
RBI —
Henry Davis headshot
Lead Off Inning
.524 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .270
SLG .254
HR 2
AB 63
H 9
RBI 2
.524 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .253
SLG .271
HR 1
AB 70
H 15
RBI —
Masataka Yoshida headshot
Count 0-2
.524 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .238
SLG .286
HR 0
AB 21
H 5
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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