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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.
Rikuu Nishida headshot
Lead Off Inning
.462 OPS
AVG .231
OBP .231
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 3
RBI 0
Austin Hedges headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.462 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .212
HR 0
AB 33
H 6
RBI 7
Anthony Seigler headshot
Scoring Position
.462 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .212
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 28
H 4
RBI 7
Josh Naylor headshot
Bases Loaded
.461 OPS
AVG .118
OBP .167
SLG .294
HR 1
AB 17
H 2
RBI 7
Gabriel Rincones headshot
Scoring Position
.461 OPS
AVG .174
OBP .200
SLG .261
HR 0
AB 23
H 4
RBI 5
Starling Marte headshot
Lead Off Inning
.460 OPS
AVG .179
OBP .281
SLG .179
HR 0
AB 28
H 5
RBI 0
Austin Slater headshot
Runners On
.460 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .269
SLG .190
HR 0
AB 21
H 3
RBI 3
Jake Meyers headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.459 OPS
AVG .071
OBP .316
SLG .143
HR 0
AB 14
H 1
RBI 2
Edwin Arroyo headshot
Lead Off Inning
.459 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .226
SLG .233
HR 0
AB 30
H 6
RBI 0
Tsung-Che Cheng headshot
Runners On
.458 OPS
AVG .235
OBP .222
SLG .235
HR 0
AB 17
H 4
RBI 5
Buddy Kennedy headshot
Runners On
.458 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .333
SLG .125
HR 0
AB 16
H 2
RBI 1
Drew Romo headshot
Lead Off Inning
.457 OPS
AVG .069
OBP .250
SLG .207
HR 1
AB 29
H 2
RBI 1
Colby Thomas headshot
Scoring Position
.457 OPS
AVG .172
OBP .250
SLG .207
HR 0
AB 29
H 5
RBI 5
Edgar Quero headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.457 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .357
SLG .100
HR 0
AB 20
H 2
RBI 2
Will Benson headshot
Runners On
.456 OPS
AVG .106
OBP .222
SLG .234
HR 1
AB 47
H 5
RBI 4
Deyvison De Los Santos headshot
Scoring Position
.455 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .182
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 0
Tyler Heineman headshot
Runners On
.455 OPS
AVG .171
OBP .227
SLG .229
HR 0
AB 70
H 12
RBI 9
Sean Murphy headshot
Lead Off Inning
.454 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .185
SLG .269
HR 1
AB 26
H 4
RBI 1
Christopher Morel headshot
Scoring Position
.454 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .185
SLG .269
HR 1
AB 26
H 4
RBI 6
Austin Hays headshot
Scoring Position
.454 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .188
SLG .267
HR 1
AB 30
H 5
RBI 12
Sebastian Rivero headshot
Lead Off Inning
.452 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .286
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 12
H 2
RBI 0
Bo Naylor headshot
Scoring Position
.452 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .160
SLG .292
HR 1
AB 24
H 3
RBI 7
Austin Wynns headshot
None On
.452 OPS
AVG .180
OBP .212
SLG .240
HR 1
AB 50
H 9
RBI 1
Jorbit Vivas headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.451 OPS
AVG .147
OBP .275
SLG .176
HR 0
AB 34
H 5
RBI 6
AJ Ewing headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.451 OPS
AVG .140
OBP .196
SLG .256
HR 1
AB 43
H 6
RBI 10

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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