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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.
Esmerlyn Valdez headshot
None On
.805 OPS
AVG .222
OBP .329
SLG .476
HR 8
AB 126
H 28
RBI 8
.805 OPS
AVG .261
OBP .327
SLG .478
HR 21
AB 418
H 109
RBI 21
Mauricio Dubon headshot
Scoring Position
.805 OPS
AVG .321
OBP .343
SLG .463
HR 3
AB 134
H 43
RBI 60
Derek Hill headshot
None On
.804 OPS
AVG .248
OBP .309
SLG .495
HR 7
AB 101
H 25
RBI 7
Jeff McNeil headshot
Scoring Position
.804 OPS
AVG .299
OBP .368
SLG .436
HR 2
AB 117
H 35
RBI 49
Brendan Donovan headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.804 OPS
AVG .292
OBP .346
SLG .458
HR 1
AB 24
H 7
RBI 11
Bobby Witt Jr. headshot
None On
.804 OPS
AVG .292
OBP .350
SLG .454
HR 11
AB 346
H 101
RBI 11
Michael Massey headshot
None On
.804 OPS
AVG .293
OBP .328
SLG .476
HR 9
AB 229
H 67
RBI 9
Carlos Cortes headshot
Lead Off Inning
.803 OPS
AVG .309
OBP .350
SLG .454
HR 4
AB 97
H 30
RBI 4
Drake Baldwin headshot
None On
.803 OPS
AVG .265
OBP .334
SLG .469
HR 20
AB 339
H 90
RBI 20
Michael Harris II headshot
Lead Off Inning
.803 OPS
AVG .307
OBP .333
SLG .469
HR 7
AB 179
H 55
RBI 8
Fernando Tatis Jr. headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.803 OPS
AVG .286
OBP .435
SLG .367
HR 1
AB 49
H 14
RBI 18
Nick Gonzales headshot
Scoring Position
.802 OPS
AVG .322
OBP .393
SLG .409
HR 2
AB 149
H 48
RBI 54
Max Muncy headshot
Bases Loaded
.802 OPS
AVG .318
OBP .348
SLG .455
HR 0
AB 22
H 7
RBI 12
Gabriel Moreno headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.802 OPS
AVG .276
OBP .354
SLG .448
HR 2
AB 58
H 16
RBI 22
Richie Palacios headshot
Runners On
.802 OPS
AVG .270
OBP .355
SLG .447
HR 6
AB 159
H 43
RBI 53
Ketel Marte headshot
Scoring Position
.802 OPS
AVG .297
OBP .352
SLG .450
HR 2
AB 111
H 33
RBI 49
Jhonny Pereda headshot
Runners On
.802 OPS
AVG .294
OBP .390
SLG .412
HR 1
AB 34
H 10
RBI 7
Cooper Pratt headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.802 OPS
AVG .323
OBP .382
SLG .419
HR 1
AB 31
H 10
RBI 11
Ben Malgeri headshot
Scoring Position
.802 OPS
AVG .258
OBP .415
SLG .387
HR 1
AB 31
H 8
RBI 14
Dalton Rushing headshot
None On
.802 OPS
AVG .248
OBP .323
SLG .479
HR 6
AB 117
H 29
RBI 6
Cole Carrigg headshot
Lead Off Inning
.801 OPS
AVG .295
OBP .358
SLG .443
HR 1
AB 61
H 18
RBI 1
Miguel Andujar headshot
None On
.801 OPS
AVG .285
OBP .316
SLG .485
HR 4
AB 130
H 37
RBI 4
Luke Keaschall headshot
Runners On
.801 OPS
AVG .302
OBP .396
SLG .405
HR 2
AB 205
H 62
RBI 44
Brady House headshot
Runners On
.801 OPS
AVG .253
OBP .321
SLG .479
HR 8
AB 146
H 37
RBI 44

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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