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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.
Casey Schmitt headshot
Lead Off Inning
.599 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .274
SLG .325
HR 1
AB 80
H 19
RBI 1
Raynel Delgado headshot
None On
.599 OPS
AVG .250
OBP .308
SLG .292
HR 0
AB 24
H 6
RBI 0
Willy Adames headshot
Runners On
.599 OPS
AVG .190
OBP .260
SLG .339
HR 7
AB 174
H 33
RBI 37
Drew Cavanaugh headshot
None On
.599 OPS
AVG .244
OBP .299
SLG .300
HR 1
AB 90
H 22
RBI 1
Leo Rivas headshot
Scoring Position
.599 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .385
SLG .214
HR 0
AB 28
H 6
RBI 10
Sal Frelick headshot
Scoring Position
.598 OPS
AVG .242
OBP .275
SLG .323
HR 1
AB 99
H 24
RBI 34
Kevin McGonigle headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.598 OPS
AVG .220
OBP .361
SLG .237
HR 0
AB 59
H 13
RBI 17
Jared Triolo headshot
None On
.598 OPS
AVG .224
OBP .286
SLG .312
HR 3
AB 170
H 38
RBI 3
Blake Perkins headshot
Scoring Position
.598 OPS
AVG .154
OBP .290
SLG .308
HR 1
AB 26
H 4
RBI 10
Connor Wong headshot
Scoring Position
.598 OPS
AVG .192
OBP .271
SLG .327
HR 1
AB 52
H 10
RBI 18
Jhonny Pereda headshot
Scoring Position
.598 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .286
SLG .313
HR 1
AB 16
H 2
RBI 7
Turner Hill headshot
None On
.598 OPS
AVG .190
OBP .288
SLG .310
HR 1
AB 58
H 11
RBI 1
Edwin Arroyo headshot
None On
.598 OPS
AVG .247
OBP .295
SLG .303
HR 0
AB 89
H 22
RBI 0
Jesus Sanchez headshot
None On
.597 OPS
AVG .217
OBP .272
SLG .325
HR 3
AB 157
H 34
RBI 3
Daylen Lile headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.597 OPS
AVG .193
OBP .247
SLG .349
HR 1
AB 83
H 16
RBI 20
Leo Jimenez headshot
Lead Off Inning
.597 OPS
AVG .220
OBP .304
SLG .293
HR 0
AB 41
H 9
RBI 0
Andres Gimenez headshot
Lead Off Inning
.596 OPS
AVG .223
OBP .282
SLG .314
HR 2
AB 121
H 27
RBI 2
Colt Emerson headshot
None On
.596 OPS
AVG .192
OBP .250
SLG .346
HR 5
AB 130
H 25
RBI 5
Braden Shewmake headshot
Runners On
.596 OPS
AVG .257
OBP .282
SLG .314
HR 0
AB 35
H 9
RBI 7
Josh Lowe headshot
Runners On
.596 OPS
AVG .208
OBP .268
SLG .328
HR 4
AB 125
H 26
RBI 21
Grant McCray headshot
Lead Off Inning
.596 OPS
AVG .192
OBP .250
SLG .346
HR 0
AB 26
H 5
RBI 0
Jorge Soler headshot
None On
.596 OPS
AVG .177
OBP .266
SLG .329
HR 6
AB 164
H 29
RBI 6
Jake Meyers headshot
None On
.596 OPS
AVG .213
OBP .247
SLG .348
HR 3
AB 89
H 19
RBI 3
Spencer Jones headshot
Lead Off Inning
.596 OPS
AVG .233
OBP .309
SLG .288
HR 0
AB 73
H 17
RBI 1
Moises Ballesteros headshot
Lead Off Inning
.595 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .295
SLG .300
HR 1
AB 70
H 15
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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