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 -
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 -
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 -
Louisville Slugger I13 Maple WTLW3MI13A16 Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger I13 Maple WTLW3MI13A16 Baseball Bat You will struggle to find a more genuine bat than this Louisville Slugger I13 Maple WTLW3MI13A16 Baseball Bat. What does it mean to be genuine...Regular price $64.95 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 -
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 -
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 $119.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
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 -
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 -
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 -
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 From $159.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Vapor BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3
Louisville Slugger Vapor BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 The Louisville Slugger Vapor BBCOR baseball bat drop 3 is a dynamic bat that is new to the Louisville Slugger lineup. It is a one piece bat and us...Regular price $109.95 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 -
Louisville Slugger LXT Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10
Louisville Slugger LXT Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 The Louisville Slugger LXT Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 is going to get the job done for you. This bat will be able to elevate your hitting t...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
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 -
Louisville Slugger Legacy C271 Ash WTLW5A271A16 Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Legacy C271 Ash WTLW5A271A16 Baseball Bat This Louisville Slugger Legacy C271 Ash WTLW5A271A16 Baseball Bat should have no issue helping you thrive at the wood bat level. Not all...Regular price $48.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Prime C271 Maple Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Prime C271 Maple Baseball Bat Louisville Slugger is the official bat provider of Major League baseball. For years now they have been providing players all across the country wit...Regular price $159.95 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 -
Demarini Prism Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10
Demarini Prism Fastpitch Softball Bat Drop 10 The DeMarini Prism fastpitch softball bat drop 10 is the most powerful bat available. These bats feature new Gapped Barrel technology that has two barr...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
