Yankees’ Torpedo Bats Stir Controversy in MLB
The New York Yankees have introduced a new type of bat, dubbed the 'Torpedo Bat,' which has sparked a significant controversy within Major League Baseball. The innovative bat design, intended to enhance hitting performance, has been met with mixed reactions from players and fans alike.
NBC Sports reported that the Yankees' decision to use these bats has led to discussions across the league about their legality and impact on the game. MLB.com detailed the specifics of the bat, noting its unique shape and material, which some players believe gives an unfair advantage.
Reactions have varied widely. Yahoo Sports highlighted comments from players across different teams, with sentiments ranging from criticism to curiosity. Brewers pitcher Trevor Megill was particularly vocal, telling Fox News, 'I think it's terrible. They should stick to traditional bats.'
The debate over the Torpedo Bats continues, with the MLB yet to make an official ruling on their use. This development adds another layer to the ongoing conversation about equipment innovation in sports and its effects on competitive balance.
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How many yankees used new bats?
The new bats are used by Volpe, Jazz Chisholm — who hit two home runs Sunday — Paul Goldschmidt, Cody Bellinger and Austin Wells. They have tallied nine homers in the team's first three games. Yankees manager Aaron Boone said it was an example of the team “trying to win on the margins.”
Does Aaron Judge use the new bat?
Yankees captain Aaron Judge has not swung a “Torpedo” model and said he is not interested in trying one, saying: “What I've done the past couple of seasons speaks for itself.”
What does a torpedo bat look like?
As a result of more mass toward the 'sweet spot' of the bat, closer to the handle, the new bats are shaped more like bowling pins or torpedoes. Michael Kay explains that the Yankees made new bats 'where they moved a lot of the wood into the label so the harder part of the bat is going to strike the ball.'
Who invented the torpedo bat?
And while these new bats were designed by Aaron Leanhardt, a former member of the Yankees analytics department who now works for the Miami Marlins, it's a safe bet that more players around the league will begin to use them, especially if the Yankees continue to hang 20 runs on the board.
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