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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.
Joey Ortiz headshot
Runners On
.746 OPS
AVG .262
OBP .335
SLG .411
HR 6
AB 168
H 44
RBI 44
Brayan Rocchio headshot
None On
.745 OPS
AVG .269
OBP .330
SLG .415
HR 9
AB 294
H 79
RBI 9
Matt Shaw headshot
None On
.745 OPS
AVG .241
OBP .320
SLG .425
HR 3
AB 87
H 21
RBI 3
Jake Cronenworth headshot
Runners On
.745 OPS
AVG .273
OBP .333
SLG .412
HR 5
AB 165
H 45
RBI 39
Matt Olson headshot
Runners On
.745 OPS
AVG .227
OBP .303
SLG .442
HR 16
AB 260
H 59
RBI 68
Cody Freeman headshot
Scoring Position
.745 OPS
AVG .308
OBP .438
SLG .308
HR 0
AB 13
H 4
RBI 4
Brett Baty headshot
Runners On
.745 OPS
AVG .274
OBP .328
SLG .417
HR 4
AB 168
H 46
RBI 49
Jarren Duran headshot
Lead Off Inning
.745 OPS
AVG .264
OBP .307
SLG .438
HR 5
AB 144
H 38
RBI 5
JJ Wetherholt headshot
Runners On
.745 OPS
AVG .262
OBP .364
SLG .381
HR 5
AB 168
H 44
RBI 39
Blaze Alexander headshot
Lead Off Inning
.745 OPS
AVG .328
OBP .386
SLG .359
HR 0
AB 64
H 21
RBI 0
Elias Diaz headshot
Scoring Position
.744 OPS
AVG .275
OBP .293
SLG .451
HR 1
AB 51
H 14
RBI 26
Matt McLain headshot
Lead Off Inning
.744 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .344
SLG .400
HR 4
AB 105
H 25
RBI 4
Andrew Benintendi headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.744 OPS
AVG .268
OBP .369
SLG .375
HR 1
AB 56
H 15
RBI 21
Mike Yastrzemski headshot
Runners On
.743 OPS
AVG .229
OBP .319
SLG .424
HR 6
AB 144
H 33
RBI 35
Dustin Harris headshot
Scoring Position
.743 OPS
AVG .267
OBP .321
SLG .422
HR 0
AB 45
H 12
RBI 19
James Outman headshot
Lead Off Inning
.743 OPS
AVG .250
OBP .318
SLG .425
HR 2
AB 40
H 10
RBI 2
Brett Sullivan headshot
Scoring Position
.743 OPS
AVG .242
OBP .275
SLG .468
HR 3
AB 62
H 15
RBI 28
Gleyber Torres headshot
Lead Off Inning
.743 OPS
AVG .256
OBP .343
SLG .400
HR 3
AB 90
H 23
RBI 3
Dane Myers headshot
None On
.743 OPS
AVG .256
OBP .343
SLG .400
HR 7
AB 180
H 46
RBI 7
Derek Hill headshot
Scoring Position
.742 OPS
AVG .278
OBP .316
SLG .426
HR 2
AB 54
H 15
RBI 20
Ezequiel Duran headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.742 OPS
AVG .303
OBP .333
SLG .409
HR 1
AB 66
H 20
RBI 21
Charles McAdoo headshot
Runners On
.742 OPS
AVG .289
OBP .320
SLG .422
HR 1
AB 45
H 13
RBI 12
Ketel Marte headshot
Lead Off Inning
.742 OPS
AVG .246
OBP .299
SLG .444
HR 7
AB 187
H 46
RBI 8
James Outman headshot
Scoring Position
.742 OPS
AVG .175
OBP .267
SLG .475
HR 3
AB 40
H 7
RBI 15
Harry Ford headshot
Scoring Position
.742 OPS
AVG .172
OBP .294
SLG .448
HR 2
AB 29
H 5
RBI 8

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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