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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.
Isaac Paredes headshot
Bases Loaded
.757 OPS
AVG .357
OBP .400
SLG .357
HR 0
AB 14
H 5
RBI 10
Carter Jensen headshot
Scoring Position
.757 OPS
AVG .263
OBP .336
SLG .421
HR 2
AB 114
H 30
RBI 48
Nick Castellanos headshot
Scoring Position
.757 OPS
AVG .250
OBP .257
SLG .500
HR 2
AB 32
H 8
RBI 17
Steven Kwan headshot
Lead Off Inning
.757 OPS
AVG .294
OBP .386
SLG .371
HR 2
AB 194
H 57
RBI 2
Luis Arraez headshot
Runners On
.757 OPS
AVG .312
OBP .342
SLG .415
HR 2
AB 234
H 73
RBI 60
Jahmai Jones headshot
None On
.756 OPS
AVG .235
OBP .309
SLG .447
HR 4
AB 85
H 20
RBI 4
Heriberto Hernandez headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.756 OPS
AVG .203
OBP .299
SLG .458
HR 4
AB 59
H 12
RBI 18
Jonah Cox headshot
Scoring Position
.756 OPS
AVG .308
OBP .333
SLG .423
HR 1
AB 26
H 8
RBI 13
Tyler Stephenson headshot
Scoring Position
.756 OPS
AVG .234
OBP .330
SLG .426
HR 5
AB 94
H 22
RBI 37
Max Schuemann headshot
Scoring Position
.756 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .423
SLG .333
HR 0
AB 18
H 3
RBI 5
Lawrence Butler headshot
Scoring Position
.756 OPS
AVG .236
OBP .341
SLG .415
HR 4
AB 106
H 25
RBI 43
Nick Allen headshot
Scoring Position
.756 OPS
AVG .364
OBP .393
SLG .364
HR 0
AB 22
H 8
RBI 11
Luke Keaschall headshot
Bases Loaded
.756 OPS
AVG .353
OBP .286
SLG .471
HR 0
AB 17
H 6
RBI 13
Carson Kelly headshot
Runners On
.756 OPS
AVG .269
OBP .352
SLG .403
HR 5
AB 186
H 50
RBI 53
Cam Smith headshot
None On
.755 OPS
AVG .226
OBP .295
SLG .459
HR 17
AB 296
H 67
RBI 17
Tristan Peters headshot
Scoring Position
.755 OPS
AVG .266
OBP .333
SLG .422
HR 2
AB 109
H 29
RBI 40
Hector Rodriguez headshot
Lead Off Inning
.755 OPS
AVG .233
OBP .267
SLG .488
HR 3
AB 43
H 10
RBI 3
Andrew Vaughn headshot
Runners On
.754 OPS
AVG .285
OBP .357
SLG .397
HR 2
AB 151
H 43
RBI 39
Carlos Cortes headshot
None On
.754 OPS
AVG .276
OBP .346
SLG .408
HR 6
AB 196
H 54
RBI 6
Matt Olson headshot
Scoring Position
.754 OPS
AVG .223
OBP .323
SLG .431
HR 7
AB 130
H 29
RBI 49
Lane Thomas headshot
Runners On
.754 OPS
AVG .263
OBP .363
SLG .391
HR 3
AB 133
H 35
RBI 32
Otto Lopez headshot
None On
.754 OPS
AVG .283
OBP .333
SLG .420
HR 6
AB 357
H 101
RBI 6
Kerry Carpenter headshot
Runners On
.754 OPS
AVG .210
OBP .274
SLG .480
HR 8
AB 100
H 21
RBI 31
Ryan Waldschmidt headshot
Runners On
.754 OPS
AVG .263
OBP .315
SLG .439
HR 3
AB 114
H 30
RBI 22
Isaac Paredes headshot
Lead Off Inning
.754 OPS
AVG .224
OBP .315
SLG .439
HR 6
AB 98
H 22
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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