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-
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 -
Mizuno Finch Fastpitch Softball Bat -13
Mizuno Finch Fastpitch Softball Bat -13 The Mizuno Finch Fastpitch Softball Bat -13 is created in collaboration with Jennie Finch's premier softball brand. It is constructed with the softball p...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno MZM 271 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat
Mizuno MZM 271 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat This brand-new Mizuno MZM 271 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat is a bat to take a close look at! This bat supplies everything a hitter wants from...Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno Bamboo Elite MZE 243 Baseball Bat
Mizuno Bamboo Elite MZE 243 Baseball Bat: The Mizuno Bamboo Elite MZE 243 Baseball Bat is a BBCOR certified powerhouse. Its optimized Cupped End provides a lighter swing than any other on the marke...Regular price $94.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno Maple-Carbon 271 Elite Wood Baseball Bat
Mizuno Maple-Carbon 271 Elite Wood Baseball Bat The Mizuno Maple-Carbon 271 Elite Wood Baseball Bat is a BBCOR certified offensive juggernaut. Its Maple/ Carbon wood combination and composite mater...Regular price $149.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
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Mizuno Bamboo Elite MZE 271 Bat
Mizuno Bamboo Elite MZE 271 Bat: The Mizuno Bamboo Elite MZE 271 Baseball Bat is a BBCOR certified offensive weapon. It features a Cupped End for an optimized, lighter swing weight. The bat also in...Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 62 Baseball Bat
Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 62: The Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 62 Baseball Bat honors the traditional bat and opens the door for the modern bat as well. It s not fully wood, nor is it fully composite....Regular price $59.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno Pro Carbon Fungo Baseball Bat
Mizuno Pro Carbon Fungo Baseball Bat Innovative carbon composite technology. Extremely lightweight design for better control. Superior durability. Outstanding feel. The Mizuno Pro Carbon Fungo Ba...Regular price $132.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 271 Baseball Bat
Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 271 Baseball Bat: The Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 271 Baseball Bat is the player preferred choice in BBCOR. While not completely wood, it is as traditional as they come, as ...Regular price $59.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno MZM 243 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat
Mizuno MZM 243 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat Take a close look at this brand-new Mizuno MZM 243 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat. It has been constructed to offer absolutely everything a hit...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno Elite Softball Fungo Bat
Mizuno Elite Softball Fungo Bat Maple hybrid construction Great feel and durability 34 Inch Poplar core for lighter weight Versatile fungo for infield and outfield work Light swing weight Color: N...Regular price $64.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno Finch Youth Tee Ball Softball Bat -13
Mizuno Finch Youth Tee Ball Softball Bat -13 Jennie Finch's premier softball brand produces the Mizuno Finch Youth Tee Ball Softball Bat -13. The Mizuno Finch Youth Tee Ball Softball Bat -13 is...Regular price $49.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$41.95 USDSale price $49.95 USD -
Mizuno Pro Fungo 37 Baseball Bat
Mizuno Pro Fungo 37 Baseball Bat The Mizuno Pro Fungo 37 Baseball Bat comes in a variety of colors that most fungos are not available in, and they are sure to catch your eye. The Mizuno Fungo is ma...Regular price $64.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno MZM 110 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat
Mizuno MZM 110 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat The development of the Mizuno MZM 110 Pro Select Maple Wood Baseball Bat is the newest bat by experts at Mizuno. The bat offers a hitter everything...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno Pro Fungo 35 Baseball Bat
Mizuno Pro Fungo 35 Baseball Bat Chinese Whitewood composite Multiple pieces of Chinese Whitewood Extremely lightweight design Outstanding feel Superior durability Color: Grey Mizuno Fungo Bat E...Regular price $64.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Mizuno F24-CRBN1 Fastpitch Softball Bat -13
Mizuno F24-CRBN1 Fastpitch Softball Bat -13 The Mizuno F24-CRBN1 Fastpitch Softball Bat -13 is a one piece composite offensive juggernaut. This Mizuno Fastpitch bat features innovative bat technolo...Regular price $249.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
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 -
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 -
Mizuno Bamboo Elite Fastpitch Weighted Training Bat
Mizuno Bamboo Elite Fastpitch Weighted Training Bat 120 day warranty Great feel and durability Color: White-Grey 340624 The Mizuno Bamboo Elite Fastpitch Weighted Training Bat is a reinforced, w...Regular price $129.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
