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 Youth Flylite Y243 Poplar Baseball Bat WYF243
Louisville Slugger Youth Flylite Poplar Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Youth Flylite poplar baseball bat is a super lightweight wood bat. Poplar is one of the lightest woods. This makes this ...Regular price $39.95 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 -
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 -
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 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 -
Louisville Slugger Wood Slow Pitch Softball Bat WSMSB3
Louisville Slugger Wood Slow Pitch Softball Bat WSMSB3 The Louisville Slugger wood slow pitch softball bat WSMSB3 is a one of a kind bat for softball players. Since the new technology in adult slow...Regular price $34.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger C271 Maple WTLW3M271A16 Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger C271 Maple WTLW3M271A16 Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger C271 Maple WTLW3M271A16 Baseball Bat is not only a great hitting tool, but it comes at a great low price tag on the Ba...Regular price $44.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Prime Maple Baseball Bat CB35 - Cody Bellinger
Louisville Slugger Prime Maple Baseball Bat CB35 - Cody Bellinger The Louisville Slugger Prime maple baseball bat CB35 - Cody Bellinger model is the latest addition to the MLB Prime bat line. You m...Regular price $169.95 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 -
Louisville Slugger Select C271 Maple Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Select C271 Maple Baseball Bat The new Louisville Slugger Select C271 maple baseball bat W7M271 is one of the best wood bats in the new lineup. This bat is maple and is very stro...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price $99.95 USD -
Rawlings MLF6 34 inch Fungo Bat
Rawlings MLF6 34 inch Fungo Bat The Rawlings MLF6 34 inch fungo bat is the baseball bat that every coach needs. Every player needs a high quality tool to help them succeed. The same is true for tho...Regular price $74.95 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 -
Louisville Slugger Prime DJ2 Maple Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Prime DJ2 Maple Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Prime DJ2 Maple Baseball Bat is a tribute to New York Yankee great Derek Jeter. Derek Jeter used a Louisville Slugger bat for ...Regular price $159.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Albert Pujols Pro Model Maple Wood Bat AP5
Marucci Albert Pujols Pro Model Maple Wood Bat AP5 The Marucci Albert Pujols Pro Model Maple Wood Bat AP5 is one of the most popular wood bats on the market and this is because of the great craftsm...Regular price $169.95 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 -
Rawlings MLF5 37 inch Fungo Bat
Rawlings MLF5 37 inch Fungo Bat The Rawlings MLF5 37 inch Fungo Bat is very similar to the famous MLF6 Fungo Bat that Rawlings also produces. The biggest difference between the two bats is that the...Regular price $74.95 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 -
Easton North American Maple 271 Wood Baseball Bat A110198
Easton North American Maple 271 Wood Baseball Bat Features: The Easton North American Maple 271 Wood Baseball Bat is built to last. It is constructed with a balanced design. Easton uses North Ameri...Regular price $45.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
