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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.
Jose Altuve headshot
Tropicana Field
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Nicky Lopez headshot
3rd PA
.523 OPS
AVG .189
OBP .259
SLG .264
HR 1
AB 53
H 10
RBI —
Nico Hoerner headshot
Camden Yards
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Tommy Edman headshot
Seattle Mariners
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Dylan Beavers headshot
Cleveland Indians
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 22
H 4
RBI 5
Kyle Karros headshot
Pittsburgh Pirates
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 2
Jonah Heim headshot
Cincinnati Reds
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Caleb Durbin headshot
New York Yankees
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 1
AB 44
H 8
RBI 4
James Wood headshot
PETCO Park
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Brayan Rocchio headshot
Great American
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
.523 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .259
SLG .264
HR 1
AB 72
H 12
RBI 7
Jazz Chisholm Jr. headshot
Milwaukee Brewers
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Rece Hinds headshot
vs. Right
.523 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .237
SLG .286
HR 0
AB 35
H 7
RBI 5
Michael Busch headshot
Count 2-0
.523 OPS
AVG .273
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 3
RBI 2
Trevor Story headshot
Rogers Centre
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Rece Hinds headshot
Last 30 Days
.523 OPS
AVG .179
OBP .273
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 28
H 5
RBI 1
Rece Hinds headshot
September
.523 OPS
AVG .179
OBP .273
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 28
H 5
RBI 1
Zack Gelof headshot
Count 2-2
.523 OPS
AVG .138
OBP .138
SLG .385
HR 5
AB 65
H 9
RBI 6
Grant McCray headshot
All Splits
.523 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 2
AB 77
H 11
RBI 4
Jazz Chisholm Jr. headshot
American Family Field
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Noelvi Marte headshot
Night
.523 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .217
SLG .306
HR 4
AB 108
H 19
RBI 11
Andres Gimenez headshot
Minnesota Twins
.523 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .273
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 20
H 4
RBI 1
Dane Myers headshot
American Family Field
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 1
Taylor Walls headshot
5th+ PA
.523 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI —
.523 OPS
AVG .197
OBP .250
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 66
H 13
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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