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-
Rawlings Mantra 3.0 Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 RFP4M10
Rawlings Mantra 3.0 Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 RFP4M10 Every inch of the Rawlings Mantra 3.0 fastpitch softball bat drop 10 RFP4M10 is tested and designed to absolute perfection. The experts at...Regular price $399.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Icon BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 RBB5I3
Rawlings Icon BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 RBB5I3 The Rawlings Icon BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 RBB5I3 will have you standing out in the batter's box, even before you send a pitch over the wall. Aft...Regular price $499.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Sold outEaston Pro 243 Maple Baseball Bat
Easton Pro 243 Maple Baseball Bat For those looking to see their offensive skills at plate soar to new heights this season, make sure you invest in a great bat, like the Easton Pro 243 Maple Baseba...Regular price $86.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
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Mizuno MZM 62 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat
Mizuno MZM 62 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat Brand new out of the Mizuno factories is the Mizuno MZM 62 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat. The experts have constructed this bat to offer absolu...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno Beech Elite MZH 271 Wood Baseball Bat
Mizuno Beech Elite MZH 271 Wood Baseball Bat Check out this brand-new Mizuno Beech Elite MZH 271 Wood Baseball Bat. It has been constructed to offer absolutely everything a hitter can want from a m...Regular price $79.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$87.95 USDSale price $79.95 USDsold outSold out -
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Wood Baseball Bat RBSM271
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Wood Baseball Bat RBSM271 The Rawlings Big Stick Maple Wood Baseball Bat RBSM271 is an elite-quality Maple bat from Rawlings. This model brings the dedicated player an incr...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$55.95 USDSale price $99.95 USD -
Mizuno MZP271 Pro Limited Maple Wood Baseball Bat
Mizuno MZP271 Pro Limited Maple Wood Baseball Bat The Mizuno MZP271 Pro Limited Maple Wood Baseball Bat will not be matched by any other maple book on the market. Hand built using Mizuno s legendar...Regular price $129.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno MZP243 Pro Limited Maple Wood Baseball Bat
Mizuno MZP243 Pro Limited Maple Wood Baseball Bat The Mizuno MZP243 Pro Limited Maple Wood Baseball Bat looks new and improved with the grey-black finish. Maple has long since been the preferred wo...Regular price $129.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Ghost Unlimited Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10
Easton Ghost Unlimited Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 The Easton Ghost Unlimited fastpitch softball bat drop 10 is certified for USA, USSSA (Fastpitch Only), NSA, ISA, and WBSC. The 2 1/4 inch di...Regular price $499.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Prime Maple Baseball Bat VG27 - Vladimir Guererro Jr
Louisville Slugger Prime Maple Baseball Bat VG27 - Vladimir Guererro Jr EXOPRO: Gives the Maple Prime bat a finish you can feel in an incredibly durable top coat. It not only drastically increase...Regular price $149.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Prime DJ2 Ash Baseball Bat WPADJ2
Louisville Slugger Prime DJ2 Ash Baseball Bat WPADJ2 The Louisville Slugger Prime DJ2 ash baseball bat WPADJ2 is the same model that Derek Jeter used for all of his 3000 plus hits. This Louisvill...Regular price $159.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Maxum 360 Composite BBCOR Baseball Bat BB20MX
Easton Maxum 360 Composite BBCOR Baseball Bat BB20MX The Easton Maxum 360 composite BBCOR baseball bat BB20MX is a one piece model with a speed balanced swing weight to allow the hitter maximum con...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Victus Pro Reserve Maple Wood Bat JRODSHOW
Victus Pro Reserve Maple Wood Bat JRODSHOW The Victus Pro Reserve Maple Wood Bat JRODSHOW has a large barrel and a medium handle to help create end-loaded feel. This provides the whip action power ...Regular price $199.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Victus Pro Reserve Wood Bat JC24
Victus Pro Reserve Wood Bat JC24 The JC24 is arguably the most well balanced and most durable maple bats produced by the Victus Bat company. The JC24 is constructed similarly to the C271. Howeve...Regular price $189.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Big Stick Birch Wood Baseball Bat RBSB110
Rawlings Big Stick Birch Wood Baseball Bat RBSB110 The Rawlings Big Stick Birch Wood Baseball Bat RBSB110 will improve your performance. Performing well at the plate is essential for any ballplayer...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$94.95 USDSale price $99.95 USD -
Rawlings Player Preferred Ash Wood Baseball Bat 318RAW
Rawlings Player Preferred Ash Wood Baseball Bat 318RAW The Rawlings Player Preferred ash wood baseball bat 318RAW made out of top quality ash wood, has incredible pop. This is a great bat for playe...Regular price $64.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Tango Alloy BBCOR Baseball Bat
Easton Tango Alloy BBCOR Baseball Bat The Easton Tango Alloy BBCOR baseball bat will have hitters who seek perfection feeling satisfied at the plate. For the hitter that is always tinkering with th...Regular price $114.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Victus Pro Reserve Maple Wood Bat POP PIECE
Victus Pro Reserve Maple Wood Bat POP PIECE The Victus Pro Reserve Maple Wood Bat POP PIECE is unlike any other bat that has come before it. Its top quality maple wood is super tough and will help ...Regular price $189.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Buster Posey Pro Model Maple Wood Bat Posey28
Marucci Buster Posey Pro Model Maple Wood Bat Posey28 The Marucci Buster Posey Pro Model Maple Wood Bat Posey28 offers a top notch wood with a pro model cut for players to take their game to the ne...Regular price $189.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Andrew McCutchen Pro Model Maple Wood Bat AM22
Marucci Andrew McCutchen Pro Model Maple Wood Bat AM22 The Marucci Andrew McCutchen Pro Model Maple Wood Bat AM22 gives players an awesome bat that is extremely balanced yet has a large barrel to h...Regular price $169.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci CU26 Pro Model Maple Wood Bat
Marucci CU26 Pro Model Maple Wood Bat The Marucci CU26 Pro Model Wood Bat has a sleek design and allows for players to truly be themselves at the plate. While it may not seem like a big deal to ha...Regular price $169.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Freddie Freeman Pro Model Maple Wood Bat FREEMAN5
Marucci Freddie Freeman Pro Model Maple Wood Bat FREEMAN5 The Marucci Freddie Freeman Pro Model Maple Wood Bat FREEMAN5 is Freddie Freeman's model of a Marucci bat, and it simply doesn't di...Regular price $189.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Ozzie Albies Maple Wood Baseball Bat RPPM4UBOA1
Rawlings Ozzie Albies Maple Wood Baseball Bat RPPM4UBOA1 The Rawlings Ozzie Albies Maple Wood Baseball Bat RPPM4UBOA1 is a top of the line wood baseball bat. Your performance at the plate all start...Regular price $179.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Pro Preferred Maple Wood Baseball Bat RPPMMM13
Rawlings Pro Preferred Maple Wood Baseball Bat RPPMMM13 The Rawlings Pro Preferred Maple Wood Baseball Bat RPPMMM13 is a great wood baseball bat. Choosing a wood bat can be a very difficult process...Regular price $179.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per
