2 weeks Ago By LW
he etched their names into the record books on Saturday, smashing nine home runs in a single game-a feat only achieved twice before in history. However, beyond the jaw-dropping power display, another storyline emerged: the growing buzz around baseball's latest equipment innovation, . As led the charge against the with three home runs, including a grand slam, the Yankees' explosive offense left fans and analysts wondering whether these specialized bats .
and Judge himself also made history by launching on the first three pitches-an event never before recorded in the pitch-tracking era. MLB greenlit the "torpedo" bats The cutting-edge bats, reportedly developed by former , feature a modified barrel designed to align the sweet spot with . Former infielder referred to them as bats, and they've already found favor among players like , according to Yankees broadcaster .
Despite their rapid adoption, questions arose regarding their legality within . However, a league spokesperson confirmed to that the design complies with the , ensuring their continued use. A revolution is on the horizon Interestingly, during his multi-homer performance, but the impact of the bats on other Yankees hitters was evident.
As the Yankees prepare to wrap up their series against the Brewers on Sunday, to see if the bats continue making waves. With officially green-lighting the technology, the debate now shifts . If Saturday's offensive explosion is any indication, the "torpedo" bat could soon .
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