10 Best Drop 5 Bats of December 2025

• Consistency and craftsmanship
• Commitment to quality and understanding of players'
• Designed with the player in mind
• Professional quality materials
• Used by the best in the league

Marucci

• Az4x alloy construction provides increased strength and a higher response rate. One-piece alloy construction provides a clean, consistent, traditional feel
• More responsive, optimized barrel design creates a sweet spot twice as large as the Cat6
• 2nd generation Av2 anti-vibration knob features an upgraded, finely tuned harmonic dampening System for better feel and less negative vibrational feedback
• Engineered barrel-end wall thickness profiles improves balance and allows for faster swing speeds
• 2 5/8 inch barrel diameter, USSSA 1.15 bpf Certified

Marucci

• x14 alloy barrel construction
• Para flex+ handle for better feel and energy transfer
• 3Fusion connection redirects energy back into the barrel, not your hands
• Knob design

DeMarini

• 5 length to weight ratio
• 2 5/8 inch barrel diameter
• Loaded two-piece exact carbon design

Easton

• Designed for an easier, quicker swing speed, the 2019 5150 USA Baseball youth bat ( 11) delivers proven performance every single at bat no matter where you are in the lineup
• Created for all types of hitters ages 14 and under, this 1 piece 5150 Alloy bat is Rawling's most radically responsive, aerospace grade alloy built for performance and durability
• More power & larger sweet spot thanks to the new pop 2.0 technology engineered in every bat
• Light drop weight and hyper lite speed end cap creates faster swing speeds
• Approved for 2019 USA Baseball Standards

Rawlings

• Meets USSSA 1.15 bpf standard; 7/8 inch tapered handle
• 1-piece ST 7U1+ alloy construction that delivers a huge sweet spot and stiffer feel on contact
• Longer barrel design for maximum plate coverage
• 6-Star premium end cap design
• New LS Pro comfort grip for the perfect Mix of tack and cushion

Louisville Slugger

• Paraflex Plus Composite Barrel: Engineered for consistent responsiveness and a huge sweet spot
• 2 Piece Composite Construction: Designed for improved weight distribution that allows for great balance, bat speed and barrel control
• 3Fusion Connection: The streamlined design allows for greater weight control and feel while continuing to reduce vibration and redirect energy back into the barrel
• ReAction End Cap: Built with a blend of stronger and lighter materials, this end cap increases barrel performance without sacrificing swing speed

DeMarini

• Meets new USA Baseball Youth standard
• Hybrid construction with ST 7U1+ alloy barrel and composite handle for maximum durability and power
• Lightweight sbc end cap design
• Tru3 construction to reduce vibration and provide unmatched feel
• New custom lizard skin premium performance grip

Louisville Slugger

• Meets USABat standard; 2 5/8" barrel diameter; 7/8" tapered handle; Approved for play in Little League Baseball, AABC, AAU, Babe Ruth/Cal Ripken Baseball, Dixie Youth Baseball, and PONY baseball
• 3pc Hybrid Construction - with ST 7U1+ alloy barrel and composite handle for maximum durability and power on contact
• Sbc) speed Ballistic composite end cap - for increased swing speed and maximum bat control through the zone
• Features vcx vibration control connection - a patented design that allows for independent movement between the barrel and the handle; that controls vibration and provides unmatched feel on contact
• New LS Pro comfort grip for the perfect Mix of tack and cushion; balanced swing weight for increased swing speed and bat control

Louisville Slugger

• EXACT Carbon –Engineering x Advanced Carbon Technology handle/barrel construction provides better feeling in the hands and optimized barrel performance
• New CXN EVOLUTION construction uses NITROCELL foam to create a lighter, better feeling and higher performing connection between handle and barrel
• New SPEEDCAP provides a more flexible and responsive barrel while also enhancing the sound of the bat
• Enhanced DYNAMIC FEEL SYSTEM integrates EXACT Carbon construction and CXN EVOLUTION technology to provide the best feeling 2-piece bat in the game
• 2-piece speed balanced design provides a lightweight swing weight for more speed behind the ball at contact
• Custom LIZARD SKINS DSP bat grip provides the ultimate feel, cushion and tack

Easton