About this episode
This past weekend, the Yankees hit nine home runs in a game against the Brewers. During the broadcast, the Yankees broadcast explained how several of the team's players were swinging bats with unusually-shaped barrels. Since that breakout game, more details on the Yankees' "torpedo bats" have come to light. Today on the 90th Percentile we discuss what we know and how they may not be as new as you think. (3:00) What are the Torpedo Bats? (6:00) Which players are using the torpedo bats on the Yankees? (8:00) Giancarlo Stanton's triumph and... pain? (13:00) Impacts on bat speed. (18:00) Is this the first sign of hitting evolving in the training and information space? (22:00) The impetus for adjustments by hitters Our Sponsors: * Check out Progressive: https://www.progressive.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/baseball-america/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy