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7 Best Wiffle Ball Bats & Wiffle Ball Sets of 2023

- September 6, 2023

We put about 15 wiffle ball bats to the test, and picked our 7 best wiffle ball bat and wiffle ball sets.  If you’re short on time and would rather get right to it, the Louisville Slugger C271 replica was the clear winner. Its sturdy build held up perfectly well throughout the tests we put it […]

What Are the Different Types of Pitches in Baseball?

- September 6, 2023

A great starting pitcher can throw anywhere from four to five pitches anywhere in the zone for strikes. One might be his designated strikeout pitch that he goes for early in the count when he’s got the batter in a hole. A great pitcher might only utilize one pitch, like Hall of Famer Mariano Rivera […]

How Much Does a Baseball Weigh?

- September 6, 2023

America’s pastime is and has been governed by a plethora of rules both written and unwritten for over a century, but when it comes to the ball that is thrown to start every single game, Major League Baseball has installed a little leeway. A Major League Baseball qualified baseball has to weigh between 5 ounces […]

Composite vs Aluminum Bats – What’s the Difference?

- September 6, 2023

Baseball and softball players today have to choose from a plethora of bats. Gone are the days when wood bats were the only option available. Players who want something other than a wood bat need to consider the ‘composite vs aluminum bats’ debate. While composite bats have their benefits, the performance is pretty much even […]

12 Best Baseball L Screens for the Money

- September 6, 2023

Your protection on the field is paramount. An L Screen is one of the most vital pieces of equipment you need during your training sessions. For this reason, cheaping out is not an option. You need to pick something that will last you for years – The best baseball L Screens are an investment and […]