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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.
Nick Loftin headshot
None On
.717 OPS
AVG .245
OBP .331
SLG .386
HR 4
AB 220
H 54
RBI 4
Travis Bazzana headshot
Lead Off Inning
.716 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .331
SLG .385
HR 4
AB 130
H 31
RBI 4
Cole Young headshot
Runners On
.716 OPS
AVG .255
OBP .321
SLG .396
HR 8
AB 235
H 60
RBI 57
Harrison Bader headshot
None On
.716 OPS
AVG .224
OBP .250
SLG .466
HR 3
AB 58
H 13
RBI 3
Riley Greene headshot
Scoring Position
.716 OPS
AVG .248
OBP .308
SLG .409
HR 4
AB 137
H 34
RBI 48
Blaze Alexander headshot
None On
.716 OPS
AVG .286
OBP .343
SLG .373
HR 2
AB 161
H 46
RBI 2
Michael Busch headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.716 OPS
AVG .227
OBP .383
SLG .333
HR 2
AB 75
H 17
RBI 28
Nathan Church headshot
Runners On
.716 OPS
AVG .270
OBP .287
SLG .429
HR 7
AB 189
H 51
RBI 47
Tim Tawa headshot
None On
.715 OPS
AVG .263
OBP .313
SLG .402
HR 6
AB 179
H 47
RBI 6
Brandon Marsh headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.715 OPS
AVG .241
OBP .302
SLG .414
HR 2
AB 58
H 14
RBI 15
Heriberto Hernandez headshot
Scoring Position
.715 OPS
AVG .223
OBP .301
SLG .413
HR 6
AB 121
H 27
RBI 44
Jackson Chourio headshot
Scoring Position
.715 OPS
AVG .273
OBP .329
SLG .386
HR 4
AB 132
H 36
RBI 46
Gary Sanchez headshot
Runners On
.715 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .306
SLG .409
HR 6
AB 115
H 23
RBI 32
Yandy Diaz headshot
Lead Off Inning
.715 OPS
AVG .257
OBP .310
SLG .405
HR 8
AB 237
H 61
RBI 9
Spencer Steer headshot
Runners On
.715 OPS
AVG .230
OBP .310
SLG .405
HR 7
AB 148
H 34
RBI 31
Kody Clemens headshot
None On
.715 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .275
SLG .440
HR 17
AB 293
H 61
RBI 17
Derek Hill headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.714 OPS
AVG .278
OBP .297
SLG .417
HR 1
AB 36
H 10
RBI 13
Mookie Betts headshot
Scoring Position
.714 OPS
AVG .233
OBP .306
SLG .408
HR 5
AB 120
H 28
RBI 44
.714 OPS
AVG .246
OBP .335
SLG .379
HR 4
AB 248
H 61
RBI 4
Javier Baez headshot
None On
.714 OPS
AVG .253
OBP .304
SLG .411
HR 2
AB 95
H 24
RBI 2
Mike Trout headshot
Lead Off Inning
.714 OPS
AVG .210
OBP .319
SLG .395
HR 4
AB 81
H 17
RBI 4
.714 OPS
AVG .222
OBP .311
SLG .403
HR 12
AB 288
H 64
RBI 12
Endy Rodriguez headshot
Scoring Position
.714 OPS
AVG .222
OBP .314
SLG .400
HR 2
AB 45
H 10
RBI 14
Henry Bolte headshot
None On
.714 OPS
AVG .261
OBP .346
SLG .368
HR 6
AB 261
H 68
RBI 6
Hunter Goodman headshot
Scoring Position
.714 OPS
AVG .199
OBP .253
SLG .461
HR 11
AB 141
H 28
RBI 51

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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