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-
Marucci Anthony Rizzo Pro Model Maple Wood Bat RIZZ44
Marucci Anthony Rizzo Pro Model Maple Wood Bat RIZZ44 The Marucci Anthony Rizzo Pro Model Maple Wood Bat RIZZ44 is the model used by the New York Yankees first baseman. Marucci works with MLB play...Regular price $189.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Gleyber Torres Pro Model Maple Wood Bat GLEY25
Marucci Gleyber Torres Pro Model Maple Wood Bat GLEY25 The Marucci Gleyber Torres Pro Model Maple Wood Bat GLEY25 gives you an slightly end loaded light feeling bat with a great look to dominate yo...Regular price $189.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci CU26 Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat
Marucci CU26 Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat The Marucci CU26 Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat gives youth players a chance to perfect their mechanics for a lifetime worth of great hitting. So, as you...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Trea Turner Pro Model Youth Maple Wood Bat
Marucci Trea Turner Pro Model Youth Maple Wood Bat The Marucci Trea Turner Pro Model youth maple wood bat enjoys some of the best qualities of a baseball bat for the slugger Trea Turner. The excell...Regular price $109.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
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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 -
Marucci Trea Turner Pro Model Maple Wood Bat TVT
Marucci Trea Turner Pro Model Maple Wood Bat TVT The Marucci Trea Turner pro model maple wood bat TVT is designed for contact. Trea Turners quick play style is the inspiration behind this maple bat...Regular price $189.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci M-71 Pro Model Maple Wood Bat
Marucci M-71 Pro Model Maple Wood Bat The Marucci M-71 Pro Model Maple Wood Bat gives players a sharp looking option that hits extremely well and lets you transition to wood easier. When you decide...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Victus NOX 2 Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10
Victus NOX 2 Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10 The Victus NOX 2 Big Barrel Baseball Bat Drop 10 lets you truly shine in the batters box. As far as you go in baseball, you have to believe in your equi...Regular price $299.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Echo Connect DMND Fastpitch Bat - Drop 11
Marucci Echo Connect DMND Fastpitch Bat - Drop 11 The Marucci Echo Connect DMND Fastpitch Bat - Drop 11 offers a lightweight version of a purely excellent bat that brings fastpitch players to the t...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Echo DMND Composite Fastpitch Bat - Drop 10
Marucci Echo DMND Composite Fastpitch Bat - Drop 10 The Marucci Echo DMND Composite Fastpitch Bat Drop 10 is one of the best options for a fastpich bat, and allows players to fly through the zone w...Regular price $299.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Sold outMarucci Smart Bat MDKVSMART
Marucci Smart Bat MDKVSMART The Marucci Smart Bat MDKVSMART offers players an excellent way to track your swing with ease and no extra accessories that might be annoying. With all of the new techno...Regular price $49.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Sold outMarucci Youth Smart Bat MDKYVSMART
Marucci Youth Smart Bat MDKYVSMART The Marucci Youth Smart Bat MDKYVSMART allows young players to truly enjoy learning their mechanics at a young age is the best because they stay with you. For ov...Regular price $49.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci F5 MSBF5X10 Big Barrel Baseball Bat - Drop 10
Marucci F5 MSBF5X10 Big Barrel Baseball Bat - Drop 10 The Marucci F5 MSBF5X10 Big Barrel Baseball Bat - Drop 10 comes from an excellent company in Marucci, and even at an affordable price. Marucci ...Regular price $149.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Echo Connect DMND Fastpitch Bat - Drop 10
Marucci Echo Connect DMND Fastpitch Bat - Drop 10 The Marucci Echo Connect DMND Fastpitch Bat - Drop 10 brings fastpitch players an excellent option to dominate at the plate this year. There are gr...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci CatFX Connect Fastpitch MFPCC79 Softball Bat (-9)
Marucci CatFX Connect Fastpitch MFPCC79 Softball Bat - Drop 9 The Marucci CatFX Connect Fastpitch MFPCC79 Softball Bat (-9) becomes a top notch bat for fastpitch players to dominate on the diamond....Regular price $349.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Posey 28 Pro Metal MCBP28 BBCOR Baseball Bat - Drop 3
Marucci Posey 28 Pro Metal MCBP28 BBCOR Baseball Bat - Drop 3 The Marucci Posey 28 Pro Metal MCBP28 BBCOR Baseball Bat - Drop 3 offers a new variable of a Marucci bat, a classic wood design, but an...Regular price $299.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
HeavySwing Training Bat Pro3460 34 in 60oz
HeavySwing Training Bat Pro3460 34 in 60oz Features: The HeavySwing Training Bat Pro3460 likely looks like nothing you have ever swing before on or near a baseball field. With that being said, ther...Regular price $204.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Bryce Harper Maple Wood Baseball Bat RPPMBH3
Rawlings Bryce Harper Maple Wood Baseball Bat RPPMBH3 The Rawlings Bryce Harper Maple Wood Baseball Bat RPPMBH3 is a great bat every ballplayer should consider purchasing. Performing well at the pl...Regular price $179.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Raptor US8R8 Big Barrel Baseball Bat - Drop 8
Rawlings Raptor US8R8 Big Barrel Baseball Bat - Drop The Rawlings Raptor US8R8 Big Barrel Baseball Bat (-8) is a great option for youth baseball players. Hitting well is essential at all levels of...Regular price $49.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$49.95 USDSale price $49.95 USDsold outSold out -
Rawlings Icon USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8 RUT5I8
Rawlings Icon USSSA Baseball Bat Drop 8 RUT5I8 The Rawlings Icon took the baseball world by storm. It's groundbreaking In/Tense directional carbon composite, material is tops in the industry. H...Regular price $399.99 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Easton Crystal Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 13
Easton Crystal Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 13 The Easton Crystal fastpitch softball bat drop 13 consists of 7050 aircraft alloy for a fast swing speed. It also includes an Ultra thin 29/32 in. hand...Regular price $109.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Youth Legacy Y243 Maple Baseball Bat WYM243
Louisville Slugger Youth Legacy Y243 Maple Baseball Bat WYM243 The Louisville Slugger Youth Legacy Y243 maple baseball bat WYM243 is a one of kind bat. This is Louisville Sluggers most popular for ...Regular price $36.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$39.95 USDSale price $36.95 USDsold outSold out -
DeMarini The Goods BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3
DeMarini The Goods BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 A great option this year for a BBCOR baseball bat is the DeMarini The Goods BBCOR baseball bat drop 3. This bat will take your game to truly new heights...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
DeMarini CF Zen BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3
DeMarini CF Zen BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 The DeMarini CF Zen BBCOR baseball bat drop 3 is the newest edition of the legendary CF series that has been dominating the baseball world for years now. ...Regular price $499.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
