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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 -
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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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 -
Old Hickory Alex Rodriguez Maple Bat AR13
Old Hickory Alex Rodriguez Maple Bat AR13 The Old Hickory Alex Rodriguez maple bat AR13 has the turning model used by the MLB great. The Old Hickory AR13 has a medium barrel. It also has a thin ha...Regular price $149.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Old Hickory Nolan Arenado Maple Bat 28NA
Old Hickory Nolan Arenado Maple Bat 28NA The Old Hickory 28NA is a hybrid model. It is a combination of the J154 barrel and the KG1 handle. The 28NA has a medium barrel with medium taper that lead...Regular price $149.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Sold outOld Hickory Maple Bat J154
Old Hickory Maple Bat J154 The Old Hickory J154 is cut to the T141 profile. The J154 has a medium barrel with medium taper to a medium handle and a standard knob. The J154 is favored by players who...Regular price $149.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Sold outOld Hickory Maple Bat TC1
Old Hickory Maple Bat TC1 The Old Hickory TC1 is cut to the 491B profile. The TC1 offers a large barrel with a long taper to a thin handle with a flared knob. The TC1 is quickly becoming a popular ...Regular price $149.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Old Hickory Paul Goldschmidt Maple Bat PG44
Old Hickory Paul Goldschmidt Maple Bat PG44 The preferred bat of Paul Goldschmidt is now available! The Old Hickory PG44 is cut to the 491B profile. The PG44 offers a large barrel with a long taper...Regular price $159.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per -
Sold outOld Hickory Maple Bat P100
Old Hickory Maple Bat P100 The Old Hickory P100 is specifically designed for power hitters! Cut to the C243 profile, the P100 has a huge barrel with one of the largest sweet spots of any bat profil...Regular price $149.95 USDRegular priceUnit price / per
