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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.
Blake Dunn headshot
Runners On
.581 OPS
AVG .238
OBP .279
SLG .302
HR 1
AB 63
H 15
RBI 6
Tyler O'Neill headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.580 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .308
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 22
H 4
RBI 3
Charles McAdoo headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.580 OPS
AVG .182
OBP .308
SLG .273
HR 0
AB 11
H 2
RBI 2
Matt Chapman headshot
Lead Off Inning
.580 OPS
AVG .183
OBP .284
SLG .296
HR 2
AB 71
H 13
RBI 4
Alejandro Osuna headshot
None On
.580 OPS
AVG .245
OBP .325
SLG .255
HR 0
AB 110
H 27
RBI 0
Jung Hoo Lee headshot
Lead Off Inning
.579 OPS
AVG .223
OBP .255
SLG .324
HR 2
AB 139
H 31
RBI 2
Michael Massey headshot
Scoring Position
.579 OPS
AVG .221
OBP .252
SLG .327
HR 2
AB 104
H 23
RBI 34
Jose Altuve headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.579 OPS
AVG .212
OBP .307
SLG .273
HR 1
AB 66
H 14
RBI 15
Jose Fermin headshot
Scoring Position
.579 OPS
AVG .222
OBP .307
SLG .272
HR 0
AB 81
H 18
RBI 32
Masataka Yoshida headshot
Scoring Position
.578 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .286
SLG .292
HR 0
AB 65
H 13
RBI 22
Alex Freeland headshot
Runners On
.578 OPS
AVG .214
OBP .313
SLG .265
HR 0
AB 98
H 21
RBI 17
Brandon Valenzuela headshot
Scoring Position
.578 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .281
SLG .296
HR 2
AB 54
H 9
RBI 13
Brendan Donovan headshot
Scoring Position
.578 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .262
SLG .316
HR 1
AB 38
H 8
RBI 13
Kyle Isbel headshot
Scoring Position
.578 OPS
AVG .241
OBP .287
SLG .291
HR 1
AB 79
H 19
RBI 16
Jake Fraley headshot
Runners On
.578 OPS
AVG .171
OBP .293
SLG .286
HR 1
AB 35
H 6
RBI 4
Myles Straw headshot
Scoring Position
.577 OPS
AVG .164
OBP .289
SLG .288
HR 1
AB 73
H 12
RBI 23
Romy Gonzalez headshot
Runners On
.577 OPS
AVG .194
OBP .216
SLG .361
HR 1
AB 36
H 7
RBI 7
Andrew McCutchen headshot
Scoring Position
.577 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .227
SLG .350
HR 1
AB 20
H 4
RBI 5
Luis Rengifo headshot
None On
.577 OPS
AVG .217
OBP .304
SLG .273
HR 1
AB 161
H 35
RBI 1
Travis d'Arnaud headshot
Runners On
.577 OPS
AVG .167
OBP .286
SLG .292
HR 1
AB 24
H 4
RBI 3
Pedro Pages headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.576 OPS
AVG .125
OBP .263
SLG .313
HR 1
AB 16
H 2
RBI 2
Brenton Doyle headshot
Runners On
.576 OPS
AVG .207
OBP .266
SLG .310
HR 2
AB 87
H 18
RBI 12
Konnor Griffin headshot
Scoring Position
.576 OPS
AVG .239
OBP .309
SLG .268
HR 0
AB 71
H 17
RBI 25
Jorge Barrosa headshot
None On
.576 OPS
AVG .204
OBP .275
SLG .301
HR 0
AB 93
H 19
RBI 0
Tyler Tolbert headshot
Scoring Position
.576 OPS
AVG .222
OBP .326
SLG .250
HR 0
AB 36
H 8
RBI 4

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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