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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 Tena headshot
Scoring Position
.483 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .237
SLG .246
HR 1
AB 69
H 12
RBI 15
J.C. Escarra headshot
None On
.483 OPS
AVG .175
OBP .233
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 40
H 7
RBI 0
Josh Rojas headshot
Scoring Position
.483 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .233
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 28
H 6
RBI 10
Lars Nootbaar headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.482 OPS
AVG .128
OBP .277
SLG .205
HR 1
AB 39
H 5
RBI 7
Austin Wells headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.482 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .316
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 30
H 4
RBI 5
Sterlin Thompson headshot
Scoring Position
.482 OPS
AVG .190
OBP .292
SLG .190
HR 0
AB 21
H 4
RBI 8
Bryan Torres headshot
None On
.482 OPS
AVG .185
OBP .242
SLG .239
HR 1
AB 92
H 17
RBI 1
Rob Refsnyder headshot
Runners On
.481 OPS
AVG .157
OBP .207
SLG .275
HR 2
AB 51
H 8
RBI 9
Christopher Morel headshot
Lead Off Inning
.481 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .231
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 24
H 4
RBI 0
Osleivis Basabe headshot
Lead Off Inning
.481 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .167
SLG .314
HR 2
AB 35
H 5
RBI 2
PJ Higgins headshot
None On
.481 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .267
SLG .214
HR 0
AB 14
H 3
RBI 0
Rece Hinds headshot
Runners On
.481 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .250
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 26
H 4
RBI 6
Miguel Rojas headshot
Scoring Position
.480 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .234
SLG .245
HR 0
AB 53
H 11
RBI 17
Christian Koss headshot
Lead Off Inning
.480 OPS
AVG .204
OBP .235
SLG .245
HR 0
AB 49
H 10
RBI 0
Joshua Baez headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.478 OPS
AVG .111
OBP .200
SLG .278
HR 1
AB 18
H 2
RBI 4
Elias Diaz headshot
Lead Off Inning
.478 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .174
SLG .304
HR 2
AB 46
H 8
RBI 2
Felix Reyes headshot
None On
.478 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .174
SLG .304
HR 1
AB 23
H 4
RBI 1
Jorge Mateo headshot
Scoring Position
.477 OPS
AVG .217
OBP .260
SLG .217
HR 0
AB 46
H 10
RBI 11
Amed Rosario headshot
Lead Off Inning
.477 OPS
AVG .189
OBP .232
SLG .245
HR 0
AB 53
H 10
RBI 1
Victor Caratini headshot
Bases Loaded
.476 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .294
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 9
Victor Caratini headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.476 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .286
SLG .190
HR 0
AB 42
H 7
RBI 11
Jahmai Jones headshot
Scoring Position
.476 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .286
SLG .190
HR 0
AB 42
H 7
RBI 8
Evan Carter headshot
Lead Off Inning
.474 OPS
AVG .122
OBP .240
SLG .233
HR 3
AB 90
H 11
RBI 3
Jorge Polanco headshot
None On
.474 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .205
SLG .269
HR 2
AB 78
H 12
RBI 2
.473 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .273
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 30
H 6
RBI 0

Understanding Situational Splits

Situational splits capture a hitter's performance in high-leverage game contexts — runners in scoring position (RISP), two-out situations, and clutch at-bats. These splits reveal which hitters elevate their game when it matters most.

RISP (Runners in Scoring Position)

RISP splits show how a hitter performs with runners on 2nd and/or 3rd. Some hitters elevate with RISP while others tighten up. For prop betting, high RISP splits indicate a hitter who thrives under pressure and may exceed their base projections in run-producing situations.

Two-Out Situations

Two-out hitting is a specific skill. Hitters who maintain high averages with 2 outs extend innings and create run-scoring opportunities. The "scoring position, 2 out" split is the ultimate clutch metric — it captures rally-extending at-bats under maximum pressure.

DFS & Betting Value

Situational splits help identify "clutch" hitters whose RBI and run totals outpace their overall stat line. A hitter with elite RISP splits batting 4th or 5th in a potent lineup is a prime RBI prop target. These splits also help explain why some hitters consistently outperform their projections.

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

Is clutch hitting a real skill?

This is debated, but the evidence suggests that while most clutch performance is random variation, some hitters do have a repeatable ability to perform in high-leverage situations. Hitters with consistently high RISP splits across multiple seasons are more likely to have a real skill than those with one hot year.

How do I use RISP splits for prop betting?

Target hitters with strong RISP splits for RBI props, especially when they bat in the middle of a potent lineup. If the lineup around them gets on base frequently, a high-RISP hitter will have more opportunities to drive in runs. Combine with the opposing pitcher's RISP-allowed stats for the clearest edge.

What is the "scoring position, 2 out" split?

This is arguably the highest-pressure regular-season at-bat situation — runners on 2nd/3rd with 2 outs. Hitters who thrive here extend innings and produce outsized run totals. It's a small-sample split, so look for consistency across seasons rather than relying on one year's data.
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