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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.
Joshua Kuroda-Grauer headshot
Scoring Position
.742 OPS
AVG .308
OBP .357
SLG .385
HR 0
AB 13
H 4
RBI 3
Harry Ford headshot
Scoring Position
.742 OPS
AVG .172
OBP .294
SLG .448
HR 2
AB 29
H 5
RBI 8
Yainer Diaz headshot
Scoring Position
.742 OPS
AVG .313
OBP .344
SLG .398
HR 1
AB 83
H 26
RBI 26
J.C. Escarra headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.741 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .313
SLG .429
HR 0
AB 14
H 3
RBI 5
William Contreras headshot
Lead Off Inning
.741 OPS
AVG .286
OBP .346
SLG .395
HR 2
AB 119
H 34
RBI 2
Jake McCarthy headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.741 OPS
AVG .259
OBP .333
SLG .407
HR 1
AB 54
H 14
RBI 19
Christian Yelich headshot
Runners On
.741 OPS
AVG .265
OBP .322
SLG .419
HR 7
AB 215
H 57
RBI 54
Heliot Ramos headshot
Runners On
.741 OPS
AVG .260
OBP .321
SLG .420
HR 6
AB 169
H 44
RBI 39
Colton Cowser headshot
Lead Off Inning
.740 OPS
AVG .205
OBP .301
SLG .438
HR 5
AB 73
H 15
RBI 5
.740 OPS
AVG .278
OBP .306
SLG .434
HR 8
AB 302
H 84
RBI 8
Nolan Arenado headshot
Scoring Position
.740 OPS
AVG .232
OBP .296
SLG .444
HR 8
AB 151
H 35
RBI 58
Steven Kwan headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.740 OPS
AVG .280
OBP .400
SLG .340
HR 0
AB 50
H 14
RBI 15
.739 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .273
SLG .467
HR 2
AB 30
H 6
RBI 2
Jung Hoo Lee headshot
Scoring Position
.739 OPS
AVG .274
OBP .323
SLG .416
HR 2
AB 113
H 31
RBI 47
Lane Thomas headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.739 OPS
AVG .189
OBP .333
SLG .405
HR 2
AB 37
H 7
RBI 14
Jordan Lawlar headshot
None On
.739 OPS
AVG .217
OBP .289
SLG .449
HR 4
AB 69
H 15
RBI 4
Joshua Baez headshot
Runners On
.739 OPS
AVG .220
OBP .259
SLG .480
HR 3
AB 50
H 11
RBI 14
Jacob Young headshot
Scoring Position
.739 OPS
AVG .276
OBP .351
SLG .388
HR 2
AB 98
H 27
RBI 35
Nathan Church headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.739 OPS
AVG .269
OBP .296
SLG .442
HR 2
AB 52
H 14
RBI 17
Ernie Clement headshot
Lead Off Inning
.739 OPS
AVG .287
OBP .305
SLG .433
HR 5
AB 150
H 43
RBI 6
Cooper Pratt headshot
Runners On
.739 OPS
AVG .310
OBP .339
SLG .400
HR 1
AB 100
H 31
RBI 32
Marcell Ozuna headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.739 OPS
AVG .250
OBP .382
SLG .357
HR 1
AB 28
H 7
RBI 9
Wyatt Langford headshot
Scoring Position
.738 OPS
AVG .263
OBP .326
SLG .413
HR 2
AB 80
H 21
RBI 21
Max Clark headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.738 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .321
SLG .417
HR 0
AB 24
H 5
RBI 6
.738 OPS
AVG .205
OBP .293
SLG .445
HR 20
AB 292
H 60
RBI 20

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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