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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.
Kyle Higashioka headshot
Runners On
.630 OPS
AVG .194
OBP .316
SLG .313
HR 2
AB 67
H 13
RBI 13
Josh Jung headshot
Bases Loaded
.630 OPS
AVG .273
OBP .357
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 3
RBI 9
Cal Raleigh headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.630 OPS
AVG .140
OBP .327
SLG .302
HR 2
AB 43
H 6
RBI 13
Masataka Yoshida headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.629 OPS
AVG .225
OBP .279
SLG .350
HR 0
AB 40
H 9
RBI 12
Gleyber Torres headshot
None On
.629 OPS
AVG .222
OBP .332
SLG .297
HR 4
AB 212
H 47
RBI 4
Jose Fermin headshot
Runners On
.629 OPS
AVG .252
OBP .325
SLG .304
HR 0
AB 135
H 34
RBI 35
Victor Caratini headshot
Runners On
.629 OPS
AVG .235
OBP .307
SLG .322
HR 2
AB 149
H 35
RBI 39
Caleb Durbin headshot
Lead Off Inning
.628 OPS
AVG .225
OBP .310
SLG .318
HR 2
AB 129
H 29
RBI 2
Tommy Troy headshot
Scoring Position
.628 OPS
AVG .194
OBP .306
SLG .323
HR 1
AB 31
H 6
RBI 5
Jackson Holliday headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.628 OPS
AVG .188
OBP .316
SLG .313
HR 1
AB 32
H 6
RBI 11
Willy Adames headshot
Scoring Position
.627 OPS
AVG .180
OBP .276
SLG .351
HR 5
AB 111
H 20
RBI 33
Xavier Edwards headshot
Lead Off Inning
.627 OPS
AVG .233
OBP .317
SLG .310
HR 2
AB 129
H 30
RBI 2
Max Schuemann headshot
None On
.627 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .294
SLG .333
HR 1
AB 45
H 9
RBI 1
Marcelo Mayer headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.627 OPS
AVG .242
OBP .324
SLG .303
HR 0
AB 33
H 8
RBI 7
Esteury Ruiz headshot
Runners On
.626 OPS
AVG .184
OBP .327
SLG .299
HR 2
AB 87
H 16
RBI 13
Gunnar Henderson headshot
Scoring Position
.626 OPS
AVG .213
OBP .315
SLG .311
HR 2
AB 122
H 26
RBI 28
David Hamilton headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.626 OPS
AVG .171
OBP .333
SLG .293
HR 0
AB 41
H 7
RBI 9
Gunnar Henderson headshot
Lead Off Inning
.626 OPS
AVG .206
OBP .280
SLG .346
HR 4
AB 136
H 28
RBI 4
Nick Allen headshot
Runners On
.625 OPS
AVG .277
OBP .327
SLG .298
HR 0
AB 47
H 13
RBI 11
Nico Hoerner headshot
None On
.625 OPS
AVG .240
OBP .298
SLG .327
HR 5
AB 379
H 91
RBI 5
Sal Frelick headshot
Lead Off Inning
.625 OPS
AVG .227
OBP .284
SLG .341
HR 2
AB 88
H 20
RBI 2
Ryan McMahon headshot
None On
.625 OPS
AVG .206
OBP .275
SLG .349
HR 6
AB 189
H 39
RBI 6
Walker Jenkins headshot
None On
.624 OPS
AVG .220
OBP .264
SLG .360
HR 2
AB 50
H 11
RBI 2
Miguel Andujar headshot
Runners On
.624 OPS
AVG .229
OBP .276
SLG .349
HR 1
AB 109
H 25
RBI 18
Giancarlo Stanton headshot
Scoring Position
.624 OPS
AVG .267
OBP .290
SLG .333
HR 0
AB 30
H 8
RBI 10

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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