The New York Yankees have garnered attention for using innovative torpedo bats, contributing to a historic performance of nine homers that totaled 3,695 feet in a recent game. The bats have a unique design where the wood is repositioned down the barrel, enhancing hitting capability. Stars like Paul Goldschmidt and Cody Bellinger have embraced this model, resulting in standout performances. Manager Aaron Boone highlighted the importance of these advancements in strategy. These bats comply with MLB regulations, and the design aims to improve efficiency in hitting by optimizing the sweet spot.
Aaron Boone remarked on the team's effort in utilizing the new torpedo bats, stating, "That's one of the things that's gotten pointed out. We're trying to win on the margins, and that shows up in so many different ways."
Kevin Smith shared insights on the bat's design, emphasizing its effectiveness: "You're going up with a weapon that can be better. Your just misses could be clips, your clips could be flares, and your flares could be barrels."
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