Batting Around: Should torpedo bats be banned

How has the torpedo bat changed the industry?

The torpedo bat's rise has changed the industry for the companies that make them. Here is one bat-maker's story.

ESPN - 9h

Manfred: Torpedo bats 'absolutely good' for MLB

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred says torpedo bats are "absolutely good for baseball," noting that they fall within the rules and demonstrate the sport's "unique place in our culture."

ESPN - 3d

Torpedo Bats and the Physics of the Sweet Spot

Baseball season just started, and everyone’s talking about these crazy new bats. Will they change the game?

Wired - 5d

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred weighs in on torpedo bats: 'They’re absolutely good for baseball'

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred is the newest torpedo bat convert.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

How to assess the impact of a torpedo bat? These are the stats to look at

It's not just about home runs. Pay attention to bat speed, hard-hit rate and barrel rate, too.

Yahoo Sports - 12h

Torpedo Bats, Explained

The Yankees’ impressive start puts a recent baseball innovation in the spotlight.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Manfred says torpedo bats are ‘good for baseball’ and he hopes to see robot umps in MLB by 2026

Manfred highlighted that the bats have been used for a few years now, with players such as Giancarlo Stanton and Francisco Lindor using torpedoes last season.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

‘We need to see you now’: The untold story of how Elly De La Cruz found his torpedo bat

"It's not the noodle. It's the chef," said Scott Boras, whose agency had Louisville Slugger send client Elly De La Cruz his torpedo bat(s).

Yahoo Sports - 16h

Snyder's Soapbox: If the torpedo bats really do improve offense, we should all be thrilled

The pitchers have had the advantage for too long

CBS Sports - 1d

'What the heck have we done?' Inside 48 hours of torpedo bat madness

From a comment on a Yankees broadcast to a rush of new bat orders, here's how MLB's hottest trend took off.

ESPN - 3d

What MLB players and coaches are saying about torpedo bats

We canvassed the sport for takes on the hottest trend of the 2025 season so far.

ESPN - 1d

Yankees bats manage only 2 runs vs. Tigers pitcher Casey Mize, snowy conditions in Detroit

The bottom half of the Yankees' lineup batted 2-for-20.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Has West Indies' Pooran perfected T20 batting?

Another stunning assault for Lucknow Super Giants leaves West Indies left-hander Nicholas Pooran close to T20 batting perfection.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Has West Indies' Pooran perfected T20 batting?

Another stunning assault for Lucknow Super Giants leaves West Indies left-hander Nicholas Pooran close to T20 batting perfection.

BBC News - 1d

By the numbers: Pooran's ascent to the top of IPL batting charts

Nicholas Pooran’s impeccable batting makes him stand out among the power-hitters in cricket's Twenty20 format — with the numbers to prove it. The West Indies left-hander continues to torment ...

Yahoo Sports - 16h

Alabama softball's bats come alive to avoid being swept by LSU in SEC series: Takeaways

Alabama softball's bats came alive on Sunday to avoid being swept by LSU. Here's takeaways from the Crimson Tide's series against the Tigers.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

MLB batting average drops again to .239, near record low in 1968's Year of the Pitcher

Offense is down again at the start of the big league season, with hits even harder to come by. The big league batting average was .239 through the first full week of play, down from .240 through ...

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Red Sox catcher Connor Wong breaks pinkie on Blue Jays hitter's bat

Boston Red Sox catcher Connor Wong fractured his left pinkie finger while being hit in the hand with George Springer's bat during a loss to the Toronto Blue Jays, manager Alex Cora told reporters.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Today in Chicago History: Now batting for the White Sox — No. 45, Michael Jordan

Here’s a look back at what happened in the Chicago area on April 7, according to the Tribune’s archives. Is an important event missing from this date? Email us. Weather records (from the National ...

Yahoo Sports - 3d

'I'd love team built around him' - who should Man City keep, or sell?

We know Kevin de Bruyne is leaving Manchester City in the summer but former City keeper Shay Given explores who else might be going - and who should stay?

BBC News - 2d

What storylines should you be watching this spring around Otsego County sports?

Can Gaylord softball three-peat? Which area baseball team is ready to breakthrough? These are the storylines to watch heading into spring:

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Spencer Arrighetti injury: Astros starter breaks thumb on pitching hand during batting practice mishap

Arrighetti is presumably bound for the 15-day injured list

CBS Sports - 2d

Boston's Connor Wong fractures pinky after being hit on a catcher’s interference

Connor Wong was called for the interference when George Springer’s bat hit his glove.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Mets' Francisco Alvarez and Jeff McNeil on verge of rehab assignments

Francisco Alvarez and Jeff McNeil both took batting practice on the field on Tuesday for the first time since suffering their respective injuries.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Mariners’ Victor Robles will miss at least 12 weeks with a dislocated left shoulder

Victor Robles, who was batting .273 with three doubles as the Mariners’ leadoff man, was placed on the injured list.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Baseball: Keirstead's home run gives deep Watchung Hills a grand win over Franklin

Watchung Hills seems primed for a big baseball season with a deep pitching staff and some big bats

Yahoo Sports - 7h

Report: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Blue Jays agree to 14-year, $500 million deal that starts in 2026

Guerrero is a .277 career hitter with 160 homers and 511 RBIs. He’s batting .256 with no homers and four RBIs in the first 10 games this season.

Yahoo Sports - 3d

Canadian power at the top: Charles Davalan sparks Arkansas baseball's offensive surge

A small tweak to his batting stance has unlocked Charles Davalan, who sets the tone atop Arkansas baseball's dominant offense.

Yahoo Sports - 2d

Padres’ Jackson Merrill lands on injured list a week after signing nine-year, $135 million deal

Merrill was off to a sizzling start, hitting safely in his first eight games. He is batting .378 (14 for 37) with three homers and 10 RBIs.

Yahoo Sports - 15h

Shane Smith settling in with Chicago White Sox after ‘pandemonium’ of big-league debut

CLEVELAND — Shane Smith didn’t have a great feeling when Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton connected on a fourth-inning fastball. “Off the bat, I’m thinking that thing’s probably leaving ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez set to begin rehab assignment, and 2B Jeff McNeil close behind

Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez and second baseman Jeff McNeil are each set to take the next step in their recovery from injury. Both players took batting practice Tuesday at Citi Field and are ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Rangers 3B Josh Jung activated from injured list after being sidelined with neck spasms

Texas Rangers third baseman Josh Jung was activated from the 10-day injured list on Tuesday after being sidelined because of neck spasms. Jung batted seventh against the Chicago Cubs in his first ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Stanton, Hawks batter county rival in blowout win

MYRTLE – Myrtle broke out the bats in a big way Tuesday evening, and head coach Brandon Montgomery was glad to see it. The Hawks banged out 11 hits – including five for extra bases – and hammered ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Instant analysis: Bizarre play costs Orioles in 4-3 loss to Diamondbacks

PHOENIX — Gunnar Henderson underscored the Orioles’ frustration in the top of the fifth inning, slamming his bat to the ground after striking out to end the frame. The Orioles’ inconsistent start ...

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Mets held to two hits in shutout loss to Marlins as win streak ends

NEW YORK — On a frigid afternoon at Citi Field, the Mets’ bats went ice cold. Francisco Lindor’s sixth-inning single was the Mets’ first hit — and one of their only two — in Wednesday’s 5-0 loss to ...

Yahoo Sports - 13h

Yankees escape Tigers sweep as Max Fried dominates in matchup vs. high school teammate

DETROIT — The Yankees’ bats remained quiet for most of Wednesday’s game, yet they managed to avoid getting swept by the Tigers at Comerica Park. Ben Rice had a lot to do with that in a 4-3 win for ...

Yahoo Sports - 13h

White Sox dealt another early blow with outfielder Andrew Benintendi placed on 10-day injured list

Benintendi is leading the White Sox in many offensive categories, including batting average (.290), total bases (15) and RBIs (six). He also is tied for the team lead in home runs with two.

Yahoo Sports - 11h