Hey, Batter Batter!
On March 29, the New York Yankees broke a record. They were playing the Milwaukee Brewers. It was opening weekend for Major League Baseball (MLB). The Yankees hit nine home runs in that game. It was a team high. But fans noticed something odd. Some Yankees players used new bats. They’re called torpedo bats (see photo).
The bats are shaped a bit like bowling pins. They have a wide “sweet spot.” This is where players hit the ball. What happens if that spot is wider? It could be easier to get a hit.
These new bats are allowed by the MLB. Other teams are ordering them. Do you think they’ll change the game?
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