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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.
Joey Bart headshot
Lead Off Inning
.576 OPS
AVG .240
OBP .296
SLG .280
HR 0
AB 25
H 6
RBI 0
Edouard Julien headshot
Lead Off Inning
.575 OPS
AVG .190
OBP .313
SLG .262
HR 0
AB 84
H 16
RBI 0
James Outman headshot
None On
.575 OPS
AVG .196
OBP .260
SLG .315
HR 2
AB 92
H 18
RBI 2
Connor Norby headshot
Lead Off Inning
.575 OPS
AVG .179
OBP .247
SLG .328
HR 2
AB 67
H 12
RBI 2
Matt Vierling headshot
Runners On
.574 OPS
AVG .202
OBP .252
SLG .323
HR 2
AB 124
H 25
RBI 28
Starling Marte headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.574 OPS
AVG .194
OBP .219
SLG .355
HR 1
AB 31
H 6
RBI 9
Troy Johnston headshot
Bases Loaded
.573 OPS
AVG .300
OBP .273
SLG .300
HR 0
AB 10
H 3
RBI 5
Taylor Walls headshot
None On
.573 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .291
SLG .282
HR 1
AB 213
H 45
RBI 1
Jorge Soler headshot
Lead Off Inning
.573 OPS
AVG .143
OBP .287
SLG .286
HR 3
AB 84
H 12
RBI 3
Nathan Church headshot
Lead Off Inning
.573 OPS
AVG .219
OBP .278
SLG .295
HR 1
AB 105
H 23
RBI 2
Jazz Chisholm Jr. headshot
Scoring Position
.573 OPS
AVG .179
OBP .248
SLG .325
HR 3
AB 117
H 21
RBI 33
Jonah Heim headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.573 OPS
AVG .169
OBP .234
SLG .339
HR 2
AB 59
H 10
RBI 15
Tyler Callihan headshot
Lead Off Inning
.573 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .273
SLG .300
HR 0
AB 20
H 4
RBI 0
Joey Ortiz headshot
Lead Off Inning
.573 OPS
AVG .228
OBP .256
SLG .316
HR 1
AB 79
H 18
RBI 1
Josh Rojas headshot
Lead Off Inning
.572 OPS
AVG .258
OBP .281
SLG .290
HR 0
AB 31
H 8
RBI 0
George Lombard headshot
Runners On
.572 OPS
AVG .188
OBP .229
SLG .344
HR 3
AB 64
H 12
RBI 18
J.T. Realmuto headshot
None On
.572 OPS
AVG .187
OBP .265
SLG .307
HR 7
AB 225
H 42
RBI 7
Jarred Kelenic headshot
Lead Off Inning
.571 OPS
AVG .190
OBP .190
SLG .381
HR 1
AB 21
H 4
RBI 1
Kyle Isbel headshot
Runners On
.571 OPS
AVG .228
OBP .262
SLG .309
HR 3
AB 136
H 31
RBI 21
J.C. Escarra headshot
Scoring Position
.570 OPS
AVG .200
OBP .250
SLG .320
HR 0
AB 25
H 5
RBI 6
David Hamilton headshot
None On
.570 OPS
AVG .211
OBP .275
SLG .295
HR 3
AB 190
H 40
RBI 3
Harrison Bader headshot
Scoring Position
.570 OPS
AVG .148
OBP .200
SLG .370
HR 2
AB 27
H 4
RBI 11
Ezequiel Duran headshot
Lead Off Inning
.570 OPS
AVG .184
OBP .250
SLG .320
HR 5
AB 147
H 27
RBI 5
Hunter Goodman headshot
Scoring Position, 2 out
.570 OPS
AVG .138
OBP .242
SLG .328
HR 3
AB 58
H 8
RBI 12
Mitch Garver headshot
Scoring Position
.570 OPS
AVG .205
OBP .262
SLG .308
HR 1
AB 39
H 8
RBI 9

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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