
Yankees’ New Bats Power Historic Sweep Over Brewers
The New York Yankees showcased their formidable offensive prowess, sweeping the Milwaukee Brewers in a series marked by a historic display of power. In a remarkable performance, the Yankees unleashed a barrage of nine home runs in a single game, highlighting the impact of their new acquisitions at the bat.
The onslaught began with the Yankees quickly establishing their dominance, with multiple players contributing to the home run tally. This series not only demonstrated the strength of the Yankees' lineup but also set a new benchmark for their season, as they outslugged the Brewers in a series that will be remembered for its offensive fireworks.
Nestor Cortes, returning to Yankee Stadium, added to the excitement. Although his performance was not as planned, the focus remained firmly on the Yankees' bats, which continued their powerful show throughout the series, culminating in a historic sweep that has fans and analysts buzzing about the team's potential this season.
Detailed New York Yankees use torpedo bats in record-setting win
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What is a torpedo bat?
A handful of Yankees have been using what's been dubbed “torpedo' bats to start the season, bats in which more wood is added to the sweet spot, creating an elongated barrel while taking mass away from the tip of the bat.
Who designed the torpedo bat?
The torpedo bat model was reportedly designed by MIT-educated physicist Aaron Leanhardt, who was a member of the Yankees analytics department last year.
Did Aaron Judge use the new bat?
Judge, who hit three home runs in the Yankees' 20-9 win Saturday, doesn't use the bats and said he has zero interest in switching. “What I did the past couple of seasons speaks for itself,” Judge said Sunday morning.
How many yankees used the new bat?
Paul Goldschmidt, Cody Bellinger, Austin Wells, Volpe and Jazz Chisholm Jr. all homered Saturday using the strikingly different model. Chisholm homered twice more in Sunday's 12-3 win as the Yankees combined for 15 home runs in the series, tying the MLB record for most in a three-game span.