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-
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
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Akadema M6 43 Maple Baseball Bat
Akadema M6 43 Maple Baseball Bat Want to invest in one of the Akadema sporting goods company and baseball world s most popular maple bats. The Akadema M6 43 Maple Baseball Bat features one of the b...Regular price $104.95 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 -
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 -
Victus Pro Reserve Maple Wood Bat TATIS23
Victus Pro Reserve Maple Wood Bat TATIS23 This Victus Pro Reserve Maple Wood Bat TATIS23 is designed to meet the needs of one of the up and coming stars of Major League Baseball. Bring the heat wit...Regular price $199.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Velo Maple Ace Baseball Bat 141RMV
Rawlings Velo Maple Ace Baseball Bat 141RMV The Rawlings Velo 141RMVWood Baseball Bat (-3) is a great wood bat every ballplayer should consider purchasing. A ballplayer who performs well at the pl...Regular price $83.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Andrew McCutchen Pro Model Maple Wood Bat AM22
Marucci Andrew McCutchen Pro Model Maple Wood Bat AM22 The Marucci Andrew McCutchen Pro Model Maple Wood Bat AM22 gives players an awesome bat that is extremely balanced yet has a large barrel to h...Regular price $169.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci CU26 Pro Model Maple Wood Bat
Marucci CU26 Pro Model Maple Wood Bat The Marucci CU26 Pro Model Wood Bat has a sleek design and allows for players to truly be themselves at the plate. While it may not seem like a big deal to ha...Regular price $169.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci JB19 Pro Model Maple Wood Bat
Marucci JB19 Pro Model Maple Wood Bat The Marucci JB19 Pro Model Maple Wood Bat is one of two models for the slugger Jose Bautista that lets players play like a pro. This second design gives anothe...Regular price $119.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Dream Bat Pro Grade Maple Wood Baseball Bat | DB-M110
Dream Bat DB-M110 Pro Grade Maple Wood Baseball Bat Features Ink Dotted Pro Grade Maple Meticulously hand crafted Natural handle/ Black barrel Barrel: Medium 110 Turning model DB-M110Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$109.95 USDSale price $89.95 USDSale -
Easton Mako Maple Youth Wood Baseball Bat
Easton Mako Maple Youth Wood Baseball Bat The Easton Mako Maple Youth Wood Baseball Bat is a hitting tool that every youth level player can benefit from using. Young players in need of a quality wo...Regular price $44.49 USDRegular priceUnit price per$44.49 USDSale price $44.49 USDsold outSold out -
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 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 -
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Wood Baseball Bat RBSM271
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Wood Baseball Bat RBSM271 The Rawlings Big Stick Maple Wood Baseball Bat RBSM271 is an elite-quality Maple bat from Rawlings. This model brings the dedicated player an incr...Regular price $99.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$55.95 USDSale price $99.95 USD -
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 -
Marucci Jasson Dominguez Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat
Marucci Jasson Dominguez Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat The Marucci Jasson Dominguez Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat provides young players with the ability to emulate Jasson Dominguez. Let the qua...Regular price $109.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Prime Maple Baseball Bat KS12 - Kyle Schwarber
Louisville Slugger Prime Maple Baseball Bat KS12 - Kyle Schwarber EXOPRO: Gives the Maple Prime bat a finish you can feel in an incredibly durable top coat. It not only drastically increases surfa...Regular price $169.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Prime Savannah Bananas VG27 Maple Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Prime Savannah Bananas VG27 Maple Baseball Bat This Svannah Bananas Louisville Slugger Prime maple bat is designed for the team taking the baseball world by storm. This VG27 ...Regular price $169.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Victus Pro Reserve Maple Wood Bat TATIS21
Victus Pro Reserve Maple Wood Bat TATIS21 Here is the Victus Pro Reserve Maple Wood Bat TATIS21, the next wave in Victus' Tatis lineup from San Diego Padre star Fernando Tatis Jr.The TATIS21 mo...Regular price $199.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Victus Pro Reserve Maple Youth Wood Bat TATIS JR
Victus Pro Reserve Maple Youth Wood Bat TATIS JR The Victus Pro Reserve Maple Youth Wood Bat TATIS JR is extremely durable and has tremendous pop. This youth wood bat has a traditional knob and tra...Regular price $129.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Wood Baseball Bat RBSM5R243
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Wood Baseball Bat RBSM5R243 The Rawlings Big Stick Maple Wood Baseball Bat RBSM5R243 is known for its performance. Containing the highest quality wood bats that Rawlings ha...Regular price $99.99 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
