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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.
Jake Fraley headshot
None On
.772 OPS
AVG .271
OBP .314
SLG .458
HR 1
AB 48
H 13
RBI 1
Ronald Acuna Jr. headshot
Runners On
.772 OPS
AVG .250
OBP .327
SLG .444
HR 8
AB 144
H 36
RBI 43
Charles McAdoo headshot
Scoring Position
.771 OPS
AVG .313
OBP .333
SLG .438
HR 1
AB 32
H 10
RBI 10
Andrew Vaughn headshot
Lead Off Inning
.771 OPS
AVG .260
OBP .351
SLG .420
HR 2
AB 50
H 13
RBI 2
Joc Pederson headshot
Scoring Position
.771 OPS
AVG .234
OBP .333
SLG .438
HR 3
AB 64
H 15
RBI 24
Michael Busch headshot
Scoring Position
.771 OPS
AVG .277
OBP .394
SLG .377
HR 3
AB 159
H 44
RBI 54
Jose Ramirez headshot
Lead Off Inning
.771 OPS
AVG .239
OBP .316
SLG .455
HR 4
AB 88
H 21
RBI 4
J.P. Crawford headshot
Scoring Position
.771 OPS
AVG .280
OBP .424
SLG .347
HR 1
AB 75
H 21
RBI 20
CJ Abrams headshot
None On
.771 OPS
AVG .241
OBP .313
SLG .458
HR 18
AB 332
H 80
RBI 18
Caleb Durbin headshot
Runners On
.771 OPS
AVG .282
OBP .362
SLG .409
HR 5
AB 220
H 62
RBI 56
Christian Yelich headshot
Lead Off Inning
.771 OPS
AVG .256
OBP .360
SLG .410
HR 3
AB 117
H 30
RBI 4
Miguel Vargas headshot
None On
.771 OPS
AVG .229
OBP .345
SLG .425
HR 16
AB 327
H 75
RBI 16
Carlos Jorge headshot
Lead Off Inning
.771 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .300
SLG .471
HR 1
AB 17
H 3
RBI 1
Freddie Freeman headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.770 OPS
AVG .280
OBP .410
SLG .360
HR 0
AB 50
H 14
RBI 16
Kaelen Culpepper headshot
Lead Off Inning
.770 OPS
AVG .333
OBP .400
SLG .370
HR 0
AB 27
H 9
RBI 0
Jacob Young headshot
Runners On
.770 OPS
AVG .268
OBP .349
SLG .421
HR 6
AB 190
H 51
RBI 46
Luis Torrens headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.770 OPS
AVG .250
OBP .270
SLG .500
HR 2
AB 36
H 9
RBI 13
Bryan Reynolds headshot
Runners On
.770 OPS
AVG .258
OBP .366
SLG .404
HR 5
AB 267
H 69
RBI 60
Ian Happ headshot
Runners On
.769 OPS
AVG .228
OBP .346
SLG .423
HR 12
AB 246
H 56
RBI 56
Carson Benge headshot
Lead Off Inning
.769 OPS
AVG .270
OBP .319
SLG .449
HR 10
AB 178
H 48
RBI 10
Carson Benge headshot
Runners On
.769 OPS
AVG .291
OBP .356
SLG .413
HR 4
AB 223
H 65
RBI 49
Jung Hoo Lee headshot
Runners On
.768 OPS
AVG .296
OBP .335
SLG .433
HR 3
AB 203
H 60
RBI 50
Esmerlyn Valdez headshot
Lead Off Inning
.768 OPS
AVG .204
OBP .339
SLG .429
HR 3
AB 49
H 10
RBI 3
Jeremiah Jackson headshot
Scoring Position
.768 OPS
AVG .267
OBP .301
SLG .467
HR 4
AB 75
H 20
RBI 36
Jose Tena headshot
None On
.768 OPS
AVG .247
OBP .329
SLG .438
HR 6
AB 146
H 36
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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