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-
Louisville Slugger Prime Maple Baseball Bat CY22 - Christian Yelich
Louisville Slugger Prime Maple Baseball Bat CY22 - Christian Yelich The Louisville Slugger Prime maple baseball bat CY22 - Christian Yelich model is the sluggers actual game model. "Now battin...Regular price $169.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
SSK RC-22 Pro Maple Wood Baseball Bat
SSK RC-22 Pro Maple Wood Baseball Bat Features: The SSK RC-22 Pro Maple Wood Baseball Bat is brand new to the Baseball Bargains website. Major League Baseball player Robinson Cano undoubtedly has ...Regular price $109.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$109.95 USDSale price $109.95 USD -
Easton North American Maple Slowpitch Softball Bat A110194
Easton North American Maple Slowpitch Softball Bat Features: The Easton North American Maple Slowpitch Softball Bat from Easton is perfect for the leagues with tons of bat restrictions. Typically s...Regular price $44.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$44.95 USDSale price $44.95 USD
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Marucci Francisco Lindor Pro Model Youth Maple Wood Bat
Marucci Francisco Lindor Pro Model Youth Maple Wood Bat The Marucci Francisco Lindor Pro Model youth maple wood bat enjoys some of the best qualities of a baseball bat for the slugger Francisco Lin...Regular price $109.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Party Animals RA13 Youth Prime Maple Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Party Animals RA13 Youth Prime Maple Baseball Bat This Louisville Slugger Party Animals RA13 Youth Prime Maple Baseball Bat is one of the best youth wood bats. They use youth pri...Regular price $119.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Pro Prime CB35 Maple Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Pro Prime CB35 Maple Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Pro Prime CB35 maple baseball bat is a tribute to MLB superstar Cody Bellinger. This Louisville Slugger Pro Prime maple b...Regular price $179.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Prime Party Animals C243 Maple Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Prime Party Animals C243 Maple Baseball Bat Louisville Slugger just came out with an C243 model with the Savannah Bananas rival colors and logo. This Party Animals Prime maple b...Regular price $169.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Prime Party Animals RA13 Maple Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Prime Party Animals RA13 Maple Baseball Bat Louisville Slugger just came out with an RA13 model with the Savannah Bananas rival colors and logo. This Party Animals Prime maple b...Regular price $169.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Prime Savannah Bananas C271 Maple Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Prime Savannah Bananas C271 Maple Baseball Bat Louisville Slugger is the official bat provider of Major League baseball. For years now they have been providing players all acros...Regular price $169.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Trea Turner Pro Model Maple Wood Bat with Puck Knob
Marucci Trea Turner Pro Model Maple Wood Bat with Puck Knob The Marucci Trea Turner pro model maple wood bat with puck knob is designed for contact. The quality of wood of a bat truly makes it eith...Regular price $199.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Austin Riley Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat
Marucci Austin Riley Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat Go the distance with Austin Riley’s AR27 Pro Exclusive youth model. With a tapered knob, medium handle, and large barrel, this end-loaded bat del...Regular price $109.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Alex Bregman Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat
Marucci Alex Bregman Youth Pro Model Maple Wood Bat The Marucci Alex Bregman youth pro model maple wood bat is cut to the specifications of Houston Astros star third baseman. Alex Bregman. The AB2...Regular price $109.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Alex Bregman Pro Model Maple Wood Bat AB2
Marucci Alex Bregman Pro Model Maple Wood Bat AB2 The Marucci Alex Bregman pro model maple wood bat AB2 is designed for power and control. This model is cut to Alex Bregman’s specifications. The t...Regular price $189.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Jasson Dominguez Pro Model Maple Wood Bat MARTIAN
Marucci Jasson Dominguez Pro Model Maple Wood Bat MARTIAN The Marucci Jasson Dominguez Pro Model Maple Wood Bat Martian is Jasson Dominguez's game model. Jasson Dominguez has been tearing the c...Regular price $189.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Marucci Francisco Lindor Pro Model Maple Wood Bat LINDY12
Marucci Francisco Lindor Pro Model Maple Wood Bat LINDY12 The Marucci Francisco Lindor Pro Model Maple Wood Bat LINDY12 is designed for contact. Francisco Lindor's quick hands and power are the...Regular price $189.95 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 -
Victus Pro Reserve Maple Wood Bat EB12
Victus Pro Reserve Maple Wood Bat EB12 The he Victus Pro Reserve Maple Wood Bat EB12 is the most advanced model for power hitters yet from the Victus bat company. The EB12 is modeled after the 318 ...Regular price $189.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
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 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 -
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 -
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 -
Akadema M6 10 Maple Baseball Bat
Akadema M6 10 Maple Baseball Bat There are a lot of things that can excite you about a wood baseball bat. Probably the most exciting thing is hearing that a bat has a lot of power. Well guess what?...Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$99.95 USDSale price $89.95 USDSale -
Akadema M6 88 Maple Baseball Bat
Akadema M6 88 Maple Baseball Bat Are you a top level player looking for a top level bat? You should definitely check out the Akadema company s new selection of Maple material bats. The Akadema M6 8...Regular price $89.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per
