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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.
Jarren Duran headshot
None On
.618 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .269
SLG .349
HR 9
AB 327
H 69
RBI 9
Jackson Holliday headshot
Runners On
.618 OPS
AVG .220
OBP .304
SLG .314
HR 3
AB 118
H 26
RBI 26
Cole Young headshot
Lead Off Inning
.617 OPS
AVG .201
OBP .279
SLG .338
HR 4
AB 139
H 28
RBI 5
Patrick Bailey headshot
Runners On
.617 OPS
AVG .203
OBP .281
SLG .336
HR 4
AB 128
H 26
RBI 31
Moises Ballesteros headshot
Scoring Position
.617 OPS
AVG .205
OBP .255
SLG .361
HR 4
AB 83
H 17
RBI 29
Jackson Holliday headshot
Lead Off Inning
.617 OPS
AVG .258
OBP .308
SLG .309
HR 0
AB 97
H 25
RBI 0
Francisco Alvarez headshot
Scoring Position
.617 OPS
AVG .218
OBP .307
SLG .310
HR 1
AB 87
H 19
RBI 26
Drew Cavanaugh headshot
Runners On
.616 OPS
AVG .204
OBP .338
SLG .278
HR 0
AB 54
H 11
RBI 11
Leody Taveras headshot
Lead Off Inning
.616 OPS
AVG .220
OBP .297
SLG .319
HR 2
AB 91
H 20
RBI 3
Taylor Ward headshot
Runners On
.616 OPS
AVG .206
OBP .327
SLG .289
HR 3
AB 180
H 37
RBI 33
Josh Jung headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.616 OPS
AVG .188
OBP .304
SLG .313
HR 1
AB 48
H 9
RBI 10
Eric Haase headshot
Lead Off Inning
.616 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .263
SLG .353
HR 1
AB 17
H 3
RBI 1
Jose Altuve headshot
Scoring Position
.616 OPS
AVG .220
OBP .319
SLG .297
HR 2
AB 118
H 26
RBI 31
Lujames Groover headshot
Scoring Position
.616 OPS
AVG .176
OBP .263
SLG .353
HR 1
AB 17
H 3
RBI 4
Cal Raleigh headshot
Runners On
.615 OPS
AVG .175
OBP .266
SLG .350
HR 10
AB 206
H 36
RBI 56
Rafael Flores headshot
Lead Off Inning
.615 OPS
AVG .233
OBP .281
SLG .333
HR 1
AB 30
H 7
RBI 1
Sebastian Rivero headshot
Scoring Position
.615 OPS
AVG .308
OBP .308
SLG .308
HR 0
AB 13
H 4
RBI 6
Ali Sanchez headshot
Lead Off Inning
.615 OPS
AVG .308
OBP .308
SLG .308
HR 0
AB 13
H 4
RBI 0
Luis Robert headshot
Scoring Position
.615 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .270
SLG .345
HR 2
AB 55
H 11
RBI 16
Kyle Farmer headshot
Runners On
.614 OPS
AVG .273
OBP .250
SLG .364
HR 0
AB 11
H 3
RBI 3
George Lombard headshot
Scoring Position
.614 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .220
SLG .395
HR 2
AB 38
H 8
RBI 16
Royce Lewis headshot
Bases Loaded
.614 OPS
AVG .273
OBP .296
SLG .318
HR 0
AB 22
H 6
RBI 17
Ronny Mauricio headshot
None On
.614 OPS
AVG .172
OBP .200
SLG .414
HR 2
AB 29
H 5
RBI 2
Dylan Crews headshot
Lead Off Inning
.614 OPS
AVG .189
OBP .247
SLG .367
HR 4
AB 90
H 17
RBI 4
Taylor Trammell headshot
None On
.613 OPS
AVG .188
OBP .256
SLG .358
HR 6
AB 165
H 31
RBI 6

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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