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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.
Paul Goldschmidt headshot
Lead Off Inning
.706 OPS
AVG .241
OBP .261
SLG .444
HR 5
AB 108
H 26
RBI 5
Trent Grisham headshot
Runners On
.706 OPS
AVG .228
OBP .299
SLG .407
HR 7
AB 162
H 37
RBI 48
Christian Yelich headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.706 OPS
AVG .209
OBP .303
SLG .403
HR 3
AB 67
H 14
RBI 19
Bobby Witt Jr. headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.706 OPS
AVG .212
OBP .379
SLG .327
HR 2
AB 52
H 11
RBI 11
Josh Naylor headshot
None On
.706 OPS
AVG .292
OBP .331
SLG .375
HR 5
AB 339
H 99
RBI 5
Andres Gimenez headshot
Runners On
.706 OPS
AVG .278
OBP .312
SLG .394
HR 3
AB 198
H 55
RBI 53
Alex Freeland headshot
None On
.706 OPS
AVG .248
OBP .338
SLG .368
HR 4
AB 133
H 33
RBI 4
Brian Serven headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.705 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .455
HR 1
AB 11
H 2
RBI 3
Caleb Durbin headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.705 OPS
AVG .257
OBP .333
SLG .371
HR 1
AB 70
H 18
RBI 19
Sam Antonacci headshot
None On
.705 OPS
AVG .254
OBP .348
SLG .357
HR 5
AB 319
H 81
RBI 5
Freddie Freeman headshot
Runners On
.705 OPS
AVG .262
OBP .327
SLG .378
HR 6
AB 267
H 70
RBI 60
Lawrence Butler headshot
Lead Off Inning
.705 OPS
AVG .256
OBP .321
SLG .384
HR 3
AB 125
H 32
RBI 3
Rhys Hoskins headshot
Runners On
.705 OPS
AVG .203
OBP .315
SLG .390
HR 5
AB 118
H 24
RBI 30
Connor Wong headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.705 OPS
AVG .240
OBP .345
SLG .360
HR 0
AB 25
H 6
RBI 7
Starling Marte headshot
Runners On
.705 OPS
AVG .270
OBP .300
SLG .405
HR 2
AB 74
H 20
RBI 14
Wilyer Abreu headshot
Runners On
.705 OPS
AVG .237
OBP .310
SLG .396
HR 6
AB 283
H 67
RBI 58
Moises Ballesteros headshot
Bases Loaded
.705 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .455
HR 1
AB 11
H 2
RBI 8
Drake Baldwin headshot
Bases Loaded
.705 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .250
SLG .455
HR 1
AB 11
H 2
RBI 9
Wade Meckler headshot
None On
.704 OPS
AVG .281
OBP .344
SLG .359
HR 0
AB 167
H 47
RBI 0
Nick Fortes headshot
Runners On
.704 OPS
AVG .275
OBP .313
SLG .392
HR 2
AB 120
H 33
RBI 31
Ian Happ headshot
Scoring Position
.704 OPS
AVG .192
OBP .313
SLG .391
HR 8
AB 151
H 29
RBI 47
Ian Happ headshot
None On
.704 OPS
AVG .210
OBP .301
SLG .403
HR 12
AB 300
H 63
RBI 12
Nick Loftin headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.704 OPS
AVG .250
OBP .340
SLG .364
HR 1
AB 44
H 11
RBI 15
Colton Cowser headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.704 OPS
AVG .216
OBP .326
SLG .378
HR 2
AB 37
H 8
RBI 13
Randal Grichuk headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.704 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .231
SLG .474
HR 2
AB 38
H 8
RBI 15

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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