Baseball and Softball Bats
The most obvious difference between Baseball and Softball Bats is their respective lengths. The most commonly used length for each type of bat is: baseball - 32", fastpitch softball - 33", slow pitch - 34" youth - 30".
Another difference between softball and baseball bats is the weight. Adult slow-pitch bats the most popular weight is 28oz. However, variations in the location of the balance point in individual bats can make the of 28oz bat feel much lighter. It can also make it feel much heavier than its actual weight. A Fastpitch softball bat is lighter than a slow-pitch model. This allows for better bat speed and control. The range of weights for adult baseball bats is much smaller because of the rules requiring a weight/length ratio that does not exceed -3.
Other than length differences, the second most glaring distinction between baseball and softball bats is the barrel diameters. Those on baseball bats are traditionally thicker than those on softball bats. The barrels of baseball bats, which are used for play under college and high school rules, are 2-5/8" in diameter. Adult softball bats are thinner, with barrel diameters of only 2-1/4". Youth bats have the same diameter as adult slow pitch bats.
Fast-pitch bats often have a barrel that takes up almost half the length of the bat. These create a shorter taper region and are design to provide an expanded and more responsive hitting surface while allowing a hitter to make better contact.
Youth Softball Bat Differences
Youth softball bat differences with youth baseball bats are hard to detect. The weight drop and certification are the main differences. A youth softball bat and a youth baseball bat have very similar construction. At the adult level, they design baseball and softball bat models to match their respective games. Conceivably you could use a baseball bat to play softball, as long as you can adjust to the slightly shorter total length, and the heavier weight. You could use a slow-pitch bat in a fast-pitch softball game without damaging it but with the larger weight you would probably not make as much contact. However, none of this would be legal for league or tournament play as they require bats with baseball or softball specific certifications. Below is our selection of baseball and softball bats-
Old Hickory Mike Trout Maple Bat MT27
Old Hickory Mike Trout Maple Bat MT27 Mike Trout’s Old Hickory MT27 is now available! Swing the same Old Hickory bat that Mike does. You can now order Mike’s exact bat, complete with his name eng...Regular price $174.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Maple Pink Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Maple Pink Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Maple pink baseball bat is the latest version of the baseball bat that was originally designed to bring about breast cancer awarene...Regular price $49.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Akadema BP Maple Weight Trainer Bat
Akadema BP Maple Weight Trainer Bat Features: Looking for a heavy bat to help improve your skills at the plate. Give this Akadema BP Maple Weight Trainer Bat. This is a bat that you can use during...Regular price $69.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Big Stick Training Baseball Bat ONEHANDBAT
Rawlings Big Stick Training Baseball Bat Features: The Rawlings Big Stick Training Baseball Bat is an innovative training tool. It is ideal for use off the tee or with soft toss. This bat comes wit...Regular price $29.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$39.95 USDSale price $29.95 USDSale -
Akadema Barbell Training Bat
Akadema Barbell Training Bat The Akadema Barbell Training bat helps produce successful at the plate. Successful baseball hitters usually have one thing all in common, and that is strong hands. Havi...Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$99.95 USDSale price $89.95 USDSale -
Demarini Steel Slow Pitch Softball Bat
Demarini Steel Slow Pitch Softball Bat The Demarini Steel slow pitch softball bat is back. This is the latest edition of Demarini's most popular slow pitch softball bat model. The drawn steel ...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Demarini Uprising Fastpitch Softball Bat (-12)
Demarini Uprising Fastpitch Softball Bat (-12) Getting a great grip of your bat can go a long way in helping you excel at the plate. The Demarini Uprising Fastpitch Softball Bat (-12) features one ...Regular price $84.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$99.95 USDSale price $84.95 USDSale -
Easton Hype Fire Composite USSSA Baseball Bat -10, -8, -5
Easton Hype Fire Composite USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 10,8,and 5 The Easton Hype Fire Composite USSSA baseball bat will help you succeed in the batters box. With the difficulty of hitting, it is impor...Regular price $399.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Maple Blue Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Maple Blue Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger maple blue baseball bat is a bat designed to be used to promote prostate cancer awareness. Due to the success of the pink bat used...Regular price $44.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Youth Flylite Y243 Poplar Baseball Bat WYF243
Louisville Slugger Youth Flylite Poplar Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Youth Flylite poplar baseball bat is a super lightweight wood bat. Poplar is one of the lightest woods. This makes this ...Regular price $39.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Old Hickory JD Martinez Maple Bat JD28
Old Hickory JD Martinez Maple Bat JD28 The official bat of J.D. Martinez is now for sale! You can now order J.D.'s exact bat, complete with his name engraved. The JD28 features a long barrel ...Regular price $159.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
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Louisville Slugger Meta BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3
Louisville Slugger Meta BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 The Louisville Slugger Meta BBCOR baseball bat drop 3 features new technologies from Louisville Slugger that will simply change everything when you...Regular price $499.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
DeMarini The Goods 1-Piece BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3
DeMarini The Goods 1-Piece BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 The brand new DeMarini The Goods 1-piece BBCOR baseball bat drop 3 is among the best bats for this new year and has a legacy to live up to. The...Regular price $349.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Akadema Travel Ball Barbell Training Bat
Akadema Travel Ball Barbell Training Bat Are you a ball player playing on a team that is constantly traveling? Well here is one item you will want to make sure is in your equipment bag. Make sure y...Regular price $79.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$89.95 USDSale price $79.95 USDSale -
Louisville Slugger Genuine Ash Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Genuine Ash Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Genuine Ash Baseball Bat is a high performer, and should help you be a natural in your next wood bat league.Some hitters like a li...Regular price $39.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Players Cut Maple Wood Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Players Cut Maple Wood Baseball Bat You will struggle to find a more genuine bat than this Louisville Slugger Players Cut Wood Baseball Bat. What does it mean to be genuine? It m...Regular price $109.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 243 Baseball Bat
Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 243 Baseball Bat: The Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 243 Baseball bat is a staple of the BBCOR composite market. It honors the traditional bat in profile and paves the way for ...Regular price $59.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Old Hickory Yasiel Puig Maple Bat YP66
Old Hickory Yasiel Puig Maple Bat YP66 The YP66 is now available! The YP66 has quickly become one of the most popular models in the game today. The YP66 features a long barrel with great balance ...Regular price $149.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Proven Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 13
Louisville Slugger Proven Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 13 The Louisville Slugger Proven fastpitch softball bat drop 13 is a great bat for young players starting out. Louisville has proven time and t...Regular price $124.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Genuine Ash Youth Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Genuine Ash Youth Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Genuine ash youth baseball bat is a great bat choice for youth players beginning their transition to wood bat leagues. Chec...Regular price $29.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Adirondack R212AB Ash Wood Baseball Bat
Rawlings Adirondack R212AB Black Ash Wood Baseball Bat Features: The Rawlings Adirondack R212AB Black Ash Wood Baseball Bat is a reengineered Wood Bat from Rawlings that combines their unparalleled...Regular price $32.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$39.95 USDSale price $32.95 USDsold outSold out -
Easton Thunderstick T10 33 in Adult Training Bat
Easton Thunderstick T10 33 inch Adult Training Bat Features: The Easton Thunderstick T10 33 inch Adult Training Bat is the perfect choice when looking to develop hand eye coordination. The 1 inch d...Regular price $68.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$79.95 USDSale price $68.95 USDsold outSold out -
DeMarini D243 Pro Maple WTDX243BN18 Wood Composite Baseball Bat (-3)
DeMarini D243 Pro Maple WTDX243BN18 Wood Composite Baseball Bat Drop 3 A classic look to a wood bat is always a great option for a bat. With the DeMarini D243 Pro Maple WTDX243BN18 Wood Composite B...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Prime Maple Baseball Bat RA13 - Ronald Acuna Jr
Louisville Slugger Prime Maple Baseball Bat RA13 - Ronald Acuna Jr The Louisville Slugger Prime maple baseball bat RA13 - Ronald Acuna Jr model features the same major league quality wood as the Ro...Regular price $169.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
