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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.
Adam Frazier headshot
Scoring Position
.713 OPS
AVG .267
OBP .313
SLG .400
HR 0
AB 30
H 8
RBI 11
Jose Caballero headshot
Scoring Position
.713 OPS
AVG .262
OBP .325
SLG .388
HR 3
AB 103
H 27
RBI 38
Joey Ortiz headshot
Scoring Position
.713 OPS
AVG .232
OBP .345
SLG .368
HR 3
AB 95
H 22
RBI 37
Maikel Garcia headshot
Lead Off Inning
.712 OPS
AVG .276
OBP .321
SLG .390
HR 1
AB 105
H 29
RBI 1
Jake McCarthy headshot
Lead Off Inning
.712 OPS
AVG .242
OBP .279
SLG .433
HR 6
AB 194
H 47
RBI 6
Ivan Herrera headshot
Scoring Position
.712 OPS
AVG .231
OBP .335
SLG .377
HR 4
AB 130
H 30
RBI 49
Luke Raley headshot
None On
.712 OPS
AVG .236
OBP .295
SLG .417
HR 6
AB 144
H 34
RBI 6
Andy Pages headshot
Lead Off Inning
.712 OPS
AVG .242
OBP .317
SLG .396
HR 3
AB 91
H 22
RBI 3
Casey Schmitt headshot
None On
.712 OPS
AVG .233
OBP .265
SLG .448
HR 12
AB 210
H 49
RBI 12
Hao-Yu Lee headshot
None On
.711 OPS
AVG .254
OBP .308
SLG .403
HR 6
AB 181
H 46
RBI 6
Taylor Walls headshot
Lead Off Inning
.711 OPS
AVG .278
OBP .350
SLG .361
HR 0
AB 72
H 20
RBI 0
Michael Busch headshot
Runners On
.711 OPS
AVG .244
OBP .354
SLG .357
HR 6
AB 283
H 69
RBI 63
Adley Rutschman headshot
Scoring Position
.711 OPS
AVG .240
OBP .284
SLG .427
HR 4
AB 96
H 23
RBI 45
Kyle Tucker headshot
Scoring Position
.711 OPS
AVG .227
OBP .352
SLG .359
HR 4
AB 128
H 29
RBI 51
Daylen Lile headshot
Scoring Position
.711 OPS
AVG .229
OBP .270
SLG .441
HR 8
AB 170
H 39
RBI 67
Coby Mayo headshot
Lead Off Inning
.711 OPS
AVG .189
OBP .277
SLG .433
HR 6
AB 90
H 17
RBI 6
Nathaniel Lowe headshot
Lead Off Inning
.711 OPS
AVG .229
OBP .302
SLG .410
HR 4
AB 105
H 24
RBI 4
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.710 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .310
SLG .400
HR 1
AB 25
H 5
RBI 8
Dustin Harris headshot
Runners On
.710 OPS
AVG .262
OBP .333
SLG .377
HR 0
AB 61
H 16
RBI 19
Chase DeLauter headshot
Scoring Position
.710 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .333
SLG .377
HR 3
AB 122
H 29
RBI 48
Andy Pages headshot
Bases Loaded
.710 OPS
AVG .286
OBP .353
SLG .357
HR 0
AB 14
H 4
RBI 10
Mike Yastrzemski headshot
Scoring Position
.710 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .305
SLG .405
HR 3
AB 84
H 20
RBI 28
Nick Gonzales headshot
None On
.710 OPS
AVG .282
OBP .347
SLG .362
HR 3
AB 301
H 85
RBI 3
Cam Smith headshot
Lead Off Inning
.710 OPS
AVG .216
OBP .298
SLG .412
HR 5
AB 102
H 22
RBI 5
Thomas Saggese headshot
None On
.710 OPS
AVG .255
OBP .327
SLG .383
HR 3
AB 94
H 24
RBI 3

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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