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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.
Jonah Cox headshot
None On
.657 OPS
AVG .231
OBP .273
SLG .385
HR 3
AB 104
H 24
RBI 3
Tim Tawa headshot
Runners On
.657 OPS
AVG .209
OBP .276
SLG .381
HR 5
AB 134
H 28
RBI 36
Tim Tawa headshot
Scoring Position
.657 OPS
AVG .222
OBP .268
SLG .389
HR 3
AB 72
H 16
RBI 29
Cody Bellinger headshot
None On
.657 OPS
AVG .225
OBP .304
SLG .353
HR 7
AB 289
H 65
RBI 7
Brandon Valenzuela headshot
Runners On
.657 OPS
AVG .188
OBP .282
SLG .375
HR 5
AB 96
H 18
RBI 20
Nasim Nunez headshot
Lead Off Inning
.656 OPS
AVG .245
OBP .336
SLG .319
HR 1
AB 94
H 23
RBI 1
Brayan Rocchio headshot
Runners On
.656 OPS
AVG .233
OBP .293
SLG .363
HR 6
AB 240
H 56
RBI 64
Tommy Edman headshot
Lead Off Inning
.656 OPS
AVG .229
OBP .319
SLG .337
HR 1
AB 83
H 19
RBI 1
Ha-Seong Kim headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.656 OPS
AVG .267
OBP .389
SLG .267
HR 0
AB 15
H 4
RBI 4
MJ Melendez headshot
Scoring Position
.656 OPS
AVG .172
OBP .242
SLG .414
HR 2
AB 29
H 5
RBI 8
Dylan Crews headshot
None On
.655 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .272
SLG .382
HR 9
AB 238
H 51
RBI 9
Oswald Peraza headshot
Lead Off Inning
.655 OPS
AVG .250
OBP .308
SLG .347
HR 1
AB 72
H 18
RBI 1
Keibert Ruiz headshot
Scoring Position
.655 OPS
AVG .243
OBP .257
SLG .398
HR 4
AB 103
H 25
RBI 40
Taylor Ward headshot
Scoring Position
.655 OPS
AVG .191
OBP .336
SLG .319
HR 3
AB 94
H 18
RBI 30
Luisangel Acuna headshot
Lead Off Inning
.655 OPS
AVG .278
OBP .304
SLG .352
HR 1
AB 54
H 15
RBI 1
Jacob Young headshot
None On
.654 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .290
SLG .364
HR 4
AB 231
H 55
RBI 4
Spencer Horwitz headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.654 OPS
AVG .229
OBP .383
SLG .271
HR 0
AB 48
H 11
RBI 16
Petey Halpin headshot
None On
.654 OPS
AVG .241
OBP .298
SLG .356
HR 2
AB 87
H 21
RBI 2
Austin Riley headshot
None On
.654 OPS
AVG .212
OBP .289
SLG .364
HR 13
AB 321
H 68
RBI 13
Josh Lowe headshot
None On
.654 OPS
AVG .210
OBP .272
SLG .382
HR 8
AB 186
H 39
RBI 8
Daulton Varsho headshot
Runners On
.653 OPS
AVG .233
OBP .293
SLG .359
HR 5
AB 206
H 48
RBI 33
Weston Wilson headshot
None On
.653 OPS
AVG .217
OBP .273
SLG .380
HR 4
AB 92
H 20
RBI 4
Xavier Edwards headshot
Bases Loaded
.653 OPS
AVG .294
OBP .300
SLG .353
HR 0
AB 17
H 5
RBI 12
Chandler Simpson headshot
Runners On
.653 OPS
AVG .300
OBP .331
SLG .323
HR 0
AB 217
H 65
RBI 38
Miguel Amaya headshot
Lead Off Inning
.653 OPS
AVG .220
OBP .360
SLG .293
HR 1
AB 41
H 9
RBI 1

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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