Types of Bats
In addition to the Louisville Slugger, there are many other types of bats that have been used throughout the history of baseball.
| Player and Event | Type of Bat Used |
|---|---|
| Barry Bonds sets all-time home run record | Sam Bat |
| Mike Piazza breaks all-time home run mark for catcher | Mizuno |
| Sammy Sosa hits 500th home run | Easton |
| Mark McGwire sets single-season home run record | Rawlings |
| Babe Ruth hits 3 home runs in one game | Hillerich & Bradsby |
The introduction of aluminum baseball bats in the 1970s forever changed the game of baseball at every level but the professional. Aluminum bats are lighter and stronger than wooden bats. Because of the trampoline effect that occurs when a baseball hit an aluminum bat, aluminum bats can hit a ball significantly farther than wooden bats can.
In light of the increase in power of composite and alloy bats, the NCAA and NFHS have adopted more stringent standards against the use of composite and alloy bats. The NCAA changed standards at the start of the 2011 season, and the NFHS plans to complete the change in the 2012 baseball season.
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