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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.
Jordan Walker headshot
Lead Off Inning
.839 OPS
AVG .309
OBP .364
SLG .475
HR 5
AB 139
H 43
RBI 5
Michael Harris II headshot
Scoring Position
.839 OPS
AVG .295
OBP .339
SLG .500
HR 4
AB 112
H 33
RBI 51
Brayan Rocchio headshot
Bases Loaded
.839 OPS
AVG .294
OBP .368
SLG .471
HR 1
AB 17
H 5
RBI 14
Rafael Flores headshot
None On
.839 OPS
AVG .263
OBP .300
SLG .539
HR 6
AB 76
H 20
RBI 6
Shohei Ohtani headshot
None On
.839 OPS
AVG .257
OBP .352
SLG .487
HR 20
AB 339
H 87
RBI 20
Alec Bohm headshot
Runners On
.838 OPS
AVG .300
OBP .380
SLG .458
HR 6
AB 240
H 72
RBI 79
Seiya Suzuki headshot
Lead Off Inning
.838 OPS
AVG .255
OBP .348
SLG .490
HR 5
AB 98
H 25
RBI 5
Kody Clemens headshot
Lead Off Inning
.838 OPS
AVG .252
OBP .333
SLG .505
HR 6
AB 107
H 27
RBI 6
Seiya Suzuki headshot
None On
.837 OPS
AVG .266
OBP .368
SLG .469
HR 13
AB 290
H 77
RBI 13
Seiya Suzuki headshot
Runners On
.837 OPS
AVG .275
OBP .358
SLG .478
HR 13
AB 255
H 70
RBI 73
Ozzie Albies headshot
Lead Off Inning
.837 OPS
AVG .254
OBP .321
SLG .516
HR 9
AB 122
H 31
RBI 9
Jeremiah Jackson headshot
Lead Off Inning
.837 OPS
AVG .271
OBP .295
SLG .542
HR 4
AB 59
H 16
RBI 4
Leody Taveras headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.837 OPS
AVG .269
OBP .356
SLG .481
HR 2
AB 52
H 14
RBI 22
Nolan Schanuel headshot
Lead Off Inning
.836 OPS
AVG .324
OBP .395
SLG .441
HR 1
AB 68
H 22
RBI 1
Mitch Garver headshot
Runners On
.836 OPS
AVG .241
OBP .353
SLG .483
HR 4
AB 58
H 14
RBI 15
TJ Rumfield headshot
None On
.836 OPS
AVG .298
OBP .380
SLG .456
HR 10
AB 309
H 92
RBI 10
Joshua Baez headshot
None On
.836 OPS
AVG .240
OBP .296
SLG .540
HR 4
AB 50
H 12
RBI 4
Justin Foscue headshot
Runners On
.836 OPS
AVG .296
OBP .364
SLG .472
HR 3
AB 108
H 32
RBI 26
Francisco Lindor headshot
Scoring Position
.835 OPS
AVG .229
OBP .354
SLG .482
HR 6
AB 83
H 19
RBI 31
Oneil Cruz headshot
Lead Off Inning
.835 OPS
AVG .263
OBP .344
SLG .491
HR 7
AB 114
H 30
RBI 7
Ryan Jeffers headshot
Lead Off Inning
.835 OPS
AVG .275
OBP .342
SLG .493
HR 4
AB 69
H 19
RBI 4
Blake Dunn headshot
None On
.835 OPS
AVG .316
OBP .379
SLG .456
HR 1
AB 79
H 25
RBI 1
Jake Bauers headshot
Lead Off Inning
.834 OPS
AVG .243
OBP .357
SLG .477
HR 6
AB 107
H 26
RBI 6
Kevin McGonigle headshot
Runners On
.834 OPS
AVG .306
OBP .385
SLG .449
HR 5
AB 245
H 75
RBI 59
Nathaniel Lowe headshot
Runners On
.834 OPS
AVG .295
OBP .346
SLG .488
HR 7
AB 166
H 49
RBI 54

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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