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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.
.451 OPS
AVG .162
OBP .262
SLG .189
HR 0
AB 37
H 6
RBI 0
David Hamilton headshot
Lead Off Inning
.451 OPS
AVG .179
OBP .225
SLG .226
HR 1
AB 84
H 15
RBI 1
Jesus Rodriguez headshot
Lead Off Inning
.451 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .263
SLG .188
HR 0
AB 16
H 2
RBI 0
Brewer Hicklen headshot
None On
.451 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .269
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 22
H 3
RBI 0
Nick Castellanos headshot
Lead Off Inning
.450 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .200
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 24
H 4
RBI 0
Jonathan India headshot
None On
.450 OPS
AVG .120
OBP .290
SLG .160
HR 0
AB 25
H 3
RBI 0
Max Kepler headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.450 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .150
SLG .300
HR 1
AB 20
H 3
RBI 5
Addison Barger headshot
None On
.450 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .250
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 10
H 1
RBI 0
Bryan De La Cruz headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.450 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .250
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 15
H 3
RBI 4
Sean Keys headshot
Lead Off Inning
.450 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .150
SLG .300
HR 1
AB 20
H 3
RBI 1
Gabriel Rincones headshot
Lead Off Inning
.449 OPS
AVG .158
OBP .238
SLG .211
HR 0
AB 19
H 3
RBI 0
Nick Madrigal headshot
Scoring Position
.448 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .294
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 3
Vinnie Pasquantino headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.447 OPS
AVG .113
OBP .277
SLG .170
HR 1
AB 53
H 6
RBI 8
Ben Williamson headshot
None On
.447 OPS
AVG .159
OBP .213
SLG .234
HR 3
AB 145
H 23
RBI 3
Tristan Gray headshot
None On
.446 OPS
AVG .186
OBP .213
SLG .233
HR 1
AB 86
H 16
RBI 1
.446 OPS
AVG .152
OBP .250
SLG .196
HR 0
AB 46
H 7
RBI 0
Chandler Simpson headshot
Bases Loaded
.446 OPS
AVG .235
OBP .211
SLG .235
HR 0
AB 17
H 4
RBI 9
Brett Callahan headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.445 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 2
Brian Navarreto headshot
Lead Off Inning
.445 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .214
SLG .231
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 0
Edouard Julien headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.444 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .290
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 26
H 4
RBI 5
Orlando Arcia headshot
Runners On
.444 OPS
AVG .222
OBP .222
SLG .222
HR 0
AB 18
H 4
RBI 1
James Outman headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.443 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .143
SLG .300
HR 1
AB 20
H 2
RBI 5
.443 OPS
AVG .150
OBP .213
SLG .230
HR 2
AB 100
H 15
RBI 2
Rob Refsnyder headshot
None On
.441 OPS
AVG .127
OBP .203
SLG .238
HR 2
AB 63
H 8
RBI 2
Alek Thomas headshot
None On
.441 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .175
SLG .267
HR 1
AB 60
H 8
RBI 1

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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