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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.
Braden Montgomery headshot
Runners On
.731 OPS
AVG .246
OBP .350
SLG .381
HR 2
AB 134
H 33
RBI 34
Jose Caballero headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.731 OPS
AVG .233
OBP .313
SLG .419
HR 2
AB 43
H 10
RBI 14
Alec Burleson headshot
None On
.731 OPS
AVG .221
OBP .282
SLG .449
HR 17
AB 285
H 63
RBI 17
Jose Altuve headshot
None On
.731 OPS
AVG .255
OBP .303
SLG .429
HR 11
AB 294
H 75
RBI 11
Mark Vientos headshot
Scoring Position
.730 OPS
AVG .265
OBP .297
SLG .434
HR 3
AB 83
H 22
RBI 28
Nico Hoerner headshot
Runners On
.730 OPS
AVG .297
OBP .344
SLG .386
HR 3
AB 249
H 74
RBI 67
Yohendrick Pinango headshot
Scoring Position
.730 OPS
AVG .250
OBP .298
SLG .432
HR 2
AB 44
H 11
RBI 17
Kyle Tucker headshot
Runners On
.730 OPS
AVG .240
OBP .352
SLG .378
HR 7
AB 246
H 59
RBI 60
Andres Gimenez headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.730 OPS
AVG .276
OBP .333
SLG .397
HR 1
AB 58
H 16
RBI 22
Max Muncy headshot
Runners On
.730 OPS
AVG .245
OBP .328
SLG .402
HR 4
AB 102
H 25
RBI 25
Mark Vientos headshot
Runners On
.730 OPS
AVG .248
OBP .296
SLG .434
HR 6
AB 129
H 32
RBI 34
Brooks Lee headshot
Runners On
.730 OPS
AVG .267
OBP .307
SLG .422
HR 8
AB 251
H 67
RBI 67
Tyler O'Neill headshot
Lead Off Inning
.730 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .302
SLG .429
HR 4
AB 56
H 12
RBI 5
Jonny DeLuca headshot
None On
.729 OPS
AVG .251
OBP .298
SLG .430
HR 8
AB 179
H 45
RBI 8
Matt Shaw headshot
Runners On
.729 OPS
AVG .233
OBP .333
SLG .395
HR 2
AB 86
H 20
RBI 21
Victor Mesa headshot
Runners On
.729 OPS
AVG .253
OBP .308
SLG .421
HR 4
AB 95
H 24
RBI 24
Randy Arozarena headshot
Lead Off Inning
.729 OPS
AVG .236
OBP .351
SLG .378
HR 4
AB 148
H 35
RBI 5
Xander Bogaerts headshot
Runners On
.728 OPS
AVG .239
OBP .364
SLG .364
HR 5
AB 209
H 50
RBI 49
Jonny DeLuca headshot
Runners On
.728 OPS
AVG .281
OBP .301
SLG .427
HR 3
AB 171
H 48
RBI 42
Xavier Edwards headshot
None On
.728 OPS
AVG .270
OBP .341
SLG .388
HR 6
AB 289
H 78
RBI 6
Wilyer Abreu headshot
Lead Off Inning
.728 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .294
SLG .434
HR 6
AB 106
H 22
RBI 6
Roman Anthony headshot
Runners On
.728 OPS
AVG .267
OBP .368
SLG .360
HR 1
AB 75
H 20
RBI 11
Ali Sanchez headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.728 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .267
SLG .462
HR 1
AB 13
H 2
RBI 4
Nick Sogard headshot
Lead Off Inning
.728 OPS
AVG .227
OBP .301
SLG .427
HR 3
AB 75
H 17
RBI 3
Carlos Correa headshot
Runners On
.728 OPS
AVG .276
OBP .348
SLG .379
HR 1
AB 58
H 16
RBI 14

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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