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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.
Nick Yorke headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.422 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .240
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 22
H 3
RBI 5
Shay Whitcomb headshot
None On
.421 OPS
AVG .105
OBP .105
SLG .316
HR 1
AB 19
H 2
RBI 1
Davis Schneider headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.421 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .267
SLG .154
HR 0
AB 13
H 2
RBI 2
Ke'Bryan Hayes headshot
None On
.421 OPS
AVG .127
OBP .182
SLG .239
HR 4
AB 134
H 17
RBI 4
Christopher Morel headshot
Runners On
.420 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .182
SLG .238
HR 1
AB 42
H 6
RBI 6
Noelvi Marte headshot
Runners On
.420 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .173
SLG .247
HR 2
AB 77
H 11
RBI 11
.418 OPS
AVG .190
OBP .227
SLG .190
HR 0
AB 21
H 4
RBI 0
Matt Wallner headshot
Runners On
.418 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .258
SLG .161
HR 0
AB 56
H 7
RBI 6
Leo Rivas headshot
None On
.418 OPS
AVG .155
OBP .221
SLG .197
HR 0
AB 71
H 11
RBI 0
Victor Robles headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.417 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .250
SLG .167
HR 0
AB 18
H 3
RBI 3
Tyler Black headshot
None On
.417 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .167
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 12
H 2
RBI 0
Jake Cronenworth headshot
Lead Off Inning
.416 OPS
AVG .141
OBP .240
SLG .176
HR 0
AB 85
H 12
RBI 0
Ke'Bryan Hayes headshot
Runners On
.416 OPS
AVG .161
OBP .212
SLG .204
HR 1
AB 93
H 15
RBI 5
Bryce Teodosio headshot
None On
.416 OPS
AVG .171
OBP .216
SLG .200
HR 0
AB 35
H 6
RBI 0
Jase Bowen headshot
Scoring Position
.415 OPS
AVG .138
OBP .242
SLG .172
HR 0
AB 29
H 4
RBI 5
Weston Wilson headshot
Scoring Position
.414 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .211
SLG .204
HR 0
AB 54
H 9
RBI 10
Brian Navarreto headshot
None On
.414 OPS
AVG .121
OBP .171
SLG .242
HR 1
AB 33
H 4
RBI 1
Colt Emerson headshot
Scoring Position
.414 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .185
SLG .229
HR 1
AB 48
H 6
RBI 14
Jimmy Crooks headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.414 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .200
SLG .214
HR 0
AB 14
H 2
RBI 4
Heliot Ramos headshot
Bases Loaded
.413 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .231
SLG .182
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 7
Blake Perkins headshot
None On
.413 OPS
AVG .136
OBP .208
SLG .205
HR 0
AB 44
H 6
RBI 0
.412 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .176
SLG .235
HR 0
AB 17
H 3
RBI 0
Bo Naylor headshot
Lead Off Inning
.412 OPS
AVG .095
OBP .174
SLG .238
HR 1
AB 21
H 2
RBI 1
Yoan Moncada headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.411 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .278
SLG .133
HR 0
AB 15
H 2
RBI 2
Jared Serna headshot
None On
.411 OPS
AVG .133
OBP .278
SLG .133
HR 0
AB 15
H 2
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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