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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.
Bryan Torres headshot
Scoring Position
.653 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .320
SLG .333
HR 1
AB 42
H 10
RBI 13
Austin Riley headshot
Runners On
.653 OPS
AVG .229
OBP .289
SLG .363
HR 6
AB 245
H 56
RBI 59
.652 OPS
AVG .221
OBP .302
SLG .350
HR 6
AB 217
H 48
RBI 6
MJ Melendez headshot
Runners On
.652 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .288
SLG .364
HR 2
AB 44
H 8
RBI 9
Ben Williamson headshot
Scoring Position
.652 OPS
AVG .246
OBP .333
SLG .319
HR 0
AB 69
H 17
RBI 20
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. headshot
Lead Off Inning
.652 OPS
AVG .270
OBP .342
SLG .310
HR 0
AB 100
H 27
RBI 0
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. headshot
Scoring Position
.652 OPS
AVG .254
OBP .310
SLG .341
HR 2
AB 126
H 32
RBI 45
Bryan Torres headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.652 OPS
AVG .273
OBP .333
SLG .318
HR 0
AB 22
H 6
RBI 7
Jared Triolo headshot
Lead Off Inning
.652 OPS
AVG .253
OBP .298
SLG .354
HR 2
AB 79
H 20
RBI 2
Nolan Arenado headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.652 OPS
AVG .207
OBP .261
SLG .390
HR 4
AB 82
H 17
RBI 27
Austin Slater headshot
None On
.652 OPS
AVG .273
OBP .333
SLG .318
HR 0
AB 44
H 12
RBI 0
Taylor Walls headshot
Runners On
.652 OPS
AVG .237
OBP .332
SLG .321
HR 1
AB 156
H 37
RBI 35
Gavin Sheets headshot
None On
.651 OPS
AVG .187
OBP .276
SLG .374
HR 11
AB 219
H 41
RBI 11
Max Kepler headshot
Lead Off Inning
.651 OPS
AVG .261
OBP .346
SLG .304
HR 0
AB 23
H 6
RBI 0
Austin Riley headshot
Lead Off Inning
.651 OPS
AVG .201
OBP .255
SLG .396
HR 7
AB 139
H 28
RBI 8
.651 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .255
SLG .396
HR 2
AB 48
H 10
RBI 2
Charles McAdoo headshot
None On
.651 OPS
AVG .231
OBP .286
SLG .365
HR 2
AB 52
H 12
RBI 2
Elias Diaz headshot
None On
.651 OPS
AVG .227
OBP .244
SLG .406
HR 6
AB 128
H 29
RBI 6
Rob Refsnyder headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.651 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .267
SLG .385
HR 1
AB 13
H 2
RBI 4
.650 OPS
AVG .204
OBP .253
SLG .398
HR 4
AB 93
H 19
RBI 4
Salvador Perez headshot
Scoring Position
.650 OPS
AVG .234
OBP .277
SLG .373
HR 5
AB 158
H 37
RBI 58
Dansby Swanson headshot
None On
.650 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .285
SLG .366
HR 7
AB 216
H 45
RBI 7
Miguel Vargas headshot
Bases Loaded
.650 OPS
AVG .100
OBP .250
SLG .400
HR 1
AB 10
H 1
RBI 7
J.T. Realmuto headshot
Scoring Position
.650 OPS
AVG .216
OBP .316
SLG .333
HR 1
AB 111
H 24
RBI 36
Keibert Ruiz headshot
Runners On
.650 OPS
AVG .245
OBP .259
SLG .391
HR 4
AB 151
H 37
RBI 42

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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