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 Select PWR BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3
Louisville Slugger Select PWR BBCOR Baseball Bat Drop 3 The Louisville Slugger Select PWR BBCOR Baseball Bat drop 3 is one of the best bats available, and it isn't even Louisville Slugger's...Regular price $399.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$399.95 USDSale price $399.95 USD -
Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 62 Baseball Bat
Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 62 The Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 62 Baseball Bat honors the traditional bat and opens the door for the modern bat as well. It s not fully wood, nor is it fully composite. ...Regular price $69.95 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
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Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 271 Baseball Bat
Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 271 Baseball Bat: The Mizuno Bamboo Classic MZB 271 Baseball Bat is the player preferred choice in BBCOR. While not completely wood, it is as traditional as they come, as ...Regular price From $59.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Legacy Ash Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Legacy Ash Baseball Bat If you want to cement your place in baseball history, and leave a wonderful baseball legacy behind you, you need to get this Louisville Slugger Legacy ash...Regular price $58.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Rawlings Player Preferred Ash Youth Baseball Bat Drop 7.5 RPAY6162
Rawlings Player Preferred Ash Youth Baseball Bat Drop 7.5 RPAY6162 The Rawlings Player Preferred Ash youth wood baseball bat drop 7.5 RPAY6162 is designed for young players looking for great balanc...Regular price $69.95 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 $109.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$0.00 USDSale price $109.95 USD -
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 -
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 -
Rawlings Player Preferred Ash Wood Baseball Bat 271RAB
Rawlings Player Preferred Ash Wood Baseball Bat 271RAB The Rawlings Player Preferred ash wood baseball bat 271RAB is one of the most popular products from Rawlings. Some of the most well known prod...Regular price $64.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$59.95 USDSale price $64.95 USD -
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Composite Wood Baseball Bat RBSC6110C
Rawlings Big Stick Maple Composite Wood Baseball Bat RBSC6110C The Rawlings Big Stick Maple Composite wood baseball bat RBSC6110C has become beloved by users at all levels of the game. The main ide...Regular price $164.95 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 -
Akadema Bamboo Maple Hybrid BM 771 Baseball Bat
Akadema Bamboo Maple Hybrid BM 771 Baseball Bat Get ready to be absolutely blown away by what this special Akadema Hybrid bat model has to offer. The Akadema Bamboo Maple Hybrid BM 771 Baseball Bat...Regular price $79.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$89.95 USDSale price $79.95 USDsold outSold out -
Louisville Slugger Genuine 125 Maple Youth Baseball Bat WYM125
Louisville Slugger Genuine 125 Maple Youth Baseball Bat WYM125 The Louisville Slugger Genuine 125 maple youth baseball bat WYM125 is an ideal bat for the young player. This is a very affordable wo...Regular price $19.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Legacy C243 LTE Ash WTLW5A243B16 Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Legacy C243 LTE Ash WTLW5A243B16 Baseball Bat This Louisville Slugger Legacy C243 LTE Ash WTLW5A243B16 Baseball Bat can be swung with ease, while still packing some serious pop. ...Regular price $48.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Sold outEaston Mako Ash Youth Baseball Bat
Easton Mako Ash Youth Baseball Bat Learning to handle a wood bat can be a difficult challenge for a young player. The Easton Mako Ash Youth Baseball Bat is a product that makes the transition much ...Regular price $37.49 USDRegular priceUnit price per$44.95 USDSale price $37.49 USDsold outSold out -
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 -
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 Pro Prime RA13 Maple Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Pro Prime RA13 Maple Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Pro Prime RA13 Maple Baseball Bat is a tribute to Braves superstar Ronald Acuna Jr. This Louisville Slugger Pro Prime map...Regular price $179.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Victus V-Cut Maple Wood Bat
Victus V-Cut Maple Wood Bat Victus bats have quickly made a name for themselves and the Victus V-Cut Maple Wood Bats is one reason why. When you turn on your television you can see MLB players such...Regular price $139.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Louisville Slugger Savannah Bananas RA13 Youth Prime Maple Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Savannah Bananas RA13 Youth Prime Maple Baseball Bat The Louisville Slugger Youth Prime Maple Baseball Bat is one of the best youth wood bats. They use youth prime maple which is...Regular price $119.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per -
Sold outAkadema 25 in Training Baseball Bat
Hitting one-handed is always a fun way for hitters to test themselves in casual game settings. Now hitters can take one-handed swings to help them train better than ever before. Thanks to this new ...Regular price $59.95 USDRegular priceUnit price per$69.95 USDSale price $59.95 USDsold outSold out -
Louisville Slugger Genuine Ash WTLW3AMIXA16 Baseball Bat
Louisville Slugger Genuine Ash WTLW3AMIXA16 Baseball Bat Louisville Slugger has plenty of great low priced bat options, like this great looking Louisville Slugger Genuine Ash WTLW3AMIXA16 Baseball...Regular price $52.95 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
