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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.
Chase Meidroth headshot
Lead Off Inning
.858 OPS
AVG .299
OBP .361
SLG .497
HR 6
AB 177
H 53
RBI 6
Brett Baty headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.858 OPS
AVG .261
OBP .358
SLG .500
HR 3
AB 46
H 12
RBI 25
Josh Bell headshot
Runners On
.858 OPS
AVG .306
OBP .360
SLG .498
HR 11
AB 255
H 78
RBI 86
Wade Meckler headshot
Scoring Position
.857 OPS
AVG .288
OBP .417
SLG .441
HR 2
AB 59
H 17
RBI 24
Alika Williams headshot
None On
.857 OPS
AVG .306
OBP .348
SLG .508
HR 3
AB 124
H 38
RBI 3
Brice Matthews headshot
Lead Off Inning
.857 OPS
AVG .295
OBP .380
SLG .477
HR 2
AB 44
H 13
RBI 2
Rafael Devers headshot
Runners On
.856 OPS
AVG .276
OBP .340
SLG .516
HR 14
AB 254
H 70
RBI 75
Ty France headshot
Runners On
.856 OPS
AVG .313
OBP .369
SLG .487
HR 8
AB 195
H 61
RBI 59
Blaze Alexander headshot
Runners On
.856 OPS
AVG .330
OBP .376
SLG .480
HR 2
AB 100
H 33
RBI 29
Andruw Monasterio headshot
Lead Off Inning
.856 OPS
AVG .298
OBP .365
SLG .491
HR 1
AB 57
H 17
RBI 2
Fernando Tatis Jr. headshot
Runners On
.855 OPS
AVG .346
OBP .403
SLG .452
HR 4
AB 208
H 72
RBI 62
Eugenio Suarez headshot
Scoring Position
.855 OPS
AVG .234
OBP .323
SLG .532
HR 9
AB 111
H 26
RBI 51
TJ Rumfield headshot
Runners On
.855 OPS
AVG .304
OBP .404
SLG .451
HR 6
AB 237
H 72
RBI 63
Yandy Diaz headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.855 OPS
AVG .345
OBP .441
SLG .414
HR 1
AB 58
H 20
RBI 21
Ildemaro Vargas headshot
Scoring Position
.855 OPS
AVG .299
OBP .333
SLG .521
HR 4
AB 117
H 35
RBI 59
Brett Bateman headshot
None On
.854 OPS
AVG .343
OBP .409
SLG .444
HR 1
AB 99
H 34
RBI 1
Javier Sanoja headshot
Scoring Position
.854 OPS
AVG .305
OBP .338
SLG .516
HR 5
AB 128
H 39
RBI 59
Tommy Edman headshot
Scoring Position
.854 OPS
AVG .274
OBP .333
SLG .521
HR 4
AB 73
H 20
RBI 36
Connor Norby headshot
Scoring Position
.853 OPS
AVG .278
OBP .450
SLG .403
HR 2
AB 72
H 20
RBI 26
Ian Happ headshot
Lead Off Inning
.853 OPS
AVG .240
OBP .349
SLG .504
HR 7
AB 125
H 30
RBI 7
Kyle Karros headshot
Lead Off Inning
.853 OPS
AVG .292
OBP .370
SLG .483
HR 3
AB 89
H 26
RBI 3
Jeremy Pena headshot
Lead Off Inning
.853 OPS
AVG .293
OBP .333
SLG .519
HR 10
AB 181
H 53
RBI 10
Ryan O'Hearn headshot
Runners On
.853 OPS
AVG .286
OBP .333
SLG .519
HR 13
AB 206
H 59
RBI 71
Kyle Tucker headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.853 OPS
AVG .295
OBP .427
SLG .426
HR 2
AB 61
H 18
RBI 27
Max Muncy headshot
None On
.853 OPS
AVG .258
OBP .333
SLG .520
HR 17
AB 256
H 66
RBI 17

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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