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Dubbed the "torpedo bat," this innovative piece of equipment is gaining attention after the New York Yankees dropped a jaw-dropping 20 runs in just their second game of the season.
From CBS News
He's gained nearly 2 mph in average bat speed and 0.8 mph in average exit velocity.
From Bleacher Report
Torpedo bats drew attention over the weekend when the New York Yankees hit a team-record nine homers in one game.
From Associated Press
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YES announcer Michael Kay pointed out during the broadcast that several players had been using a design with a barrel closer to the hands.
The second game of the new season saw the New York Yankees put up a historic offensive performance. The Yankees blew out the Milwaukee Brewers 20-9 on Saturday, thanks to a franch
An insider recently revealed that a St. Louis Cardinals Gold Glove defender discovered a similar design to the New York Yankees' torpedo bat several years ago.
The Yankees infielder had himself a huge opening series against the Brewers. He hit three home runs, drove in six with five hits in three games. He was also among the players to use the new bat design, which lowers the sweet spot of the bat to where Chisholm makes his strongest contact.