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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.
Curtis Mead headshot
None On
.825 OPS
AVG .239
OBP .341
SLG .484
HR 9
AB 155
H 37
RBI 9
Hyeseong Kim headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.824 OPS
AVG .316
OBP .350
SLG .474
HR 1
AB 19
H 6
RBI 5
Luis Garcia headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.824 OPS
AVG .267
OBP .290
SLG .533
HR 4
AB 60
H 16
RBI 21
Brooks Lee headshot
Lead Off Inning
.824 OPS
AVG .254
OBP .324
SLG .500
HR 9
AB 134
H 34
RBI 9
Ben Rice headshot
None On
.824 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .329
SLG .495
HR 26
AB 374
H 89
RBI 26
Nate Eaton headshot
Runners On
.824 OPS
AVG .278
OBP .435
SLG .389
HR 0
AB 18
H 5
RBI 5
Jared Serna headshot
Runners On
.824 OPS
AVG .308
OBP .286
SLG .538
HR 0
AB 13
H 4
RBI 4
John Rave headshot
None On
.824 OPS
AVG .269
OBP .337
SLG .487
HR 3
AB 78
H 21
RBI 3
William Contreras headshot
Runners On
.823 OPS
AVG .286
OBP .353
SLG .469
HR 12
AB 262
H 75
RBI 88
Christian Walker headshot
Lead Off Inning
.823 OPS
AVG .248
OBP .320
SLG .504
HR 8
AB 133
H 33
RBI 8
Blake Dunn headshot
Lead Off Inning
.821 OPS
AVG .333
OBP .417
SLG .405
HR 0
AB 42
H 14
RBI 0
Bryson Stott headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.821 OPS
AVG .246
OBP .329
SLG .492
HR 4
AB 65
H 16
RBI 27
Corey Seager headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.821 OPS
AVG .250
OBP .298
SLG .523
HR 3
AB 44
H 11
RBI 18
Joey Wiemer headshot
Scoring Position
.821 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .400
SLG .421
HR 1
AB 19
H 4
RBI 8
Dominic Smith headshot
Runners On
.820 OPS
AVG .301
OBP .341
SLG .480
HR 6
AB 123
H 37
RBI 43
Jonathan Aranda headshot
Runners On
.820 OPS
AVG .306
OBP .371
SLG .448
HR 7
AB 252
H 77
RBI 77
Bryce Harper headshot
Runners On
.820 OPS
AVG .249
OBP .364
SLG .456
HR 11
AB 241
H 60
RBI 69
Colt Keith headshot
Lead Off Inning
.820 OPS
AVG .264
OBP .337
SLG .484
HR 4
AB 91
H 24
RBI 4
Eric Haase headshot
None On
.819 OPS
AVG .237
OBP .293
SLG .526
HR 3
AB 38
H 9
RBI 3
Fernando Tatis Jr. headshot
Lead Off Inning
.819 OPS
AVG .261
OBP .336
SLG .483
HR 12
AB 230
H 60
RBI 12
Isaac Paredes headshot
None On
.819 OPS
AVG .260
OBP .359
SLG .460
HR 14
AB 289
H 75
RBI 14
Oswaldo Cabrera headshot
None On
.819 OPS
AVG .308
OBP .357
SLG .462
HR 0
AB 13
H 4
RBI 0
Samad Taylor headshot
Scoring Position
.819 OPS
AVG .333
OBP .425
SLG .394
HR 0
AB 33
H 11
RBI 15
Gary Sanchez headshot
None On
.818 OPS
AVG .218
OBP .381
SLG .436
HR 6
AB 110
H 24
RBI 6
TJ Rumfield headshot
Lead Off Inning
.818 OPS
AVG .301
OBP .367
SLG .451
HR 5
AB 133
H 40
RBI 6

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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