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12/26/2024 What is a Cycle in Baseball? How It Works, and Fun Facts

Leg in striped baseball socks and shoe on a bicycle pedal, a visual pun for a baseball cycle.

A cycle in baseball occurs when a batter hits a single, double, triple, and home run in the same game. This feat occurs in less than 1% of games. ... Read More »

11/22/2024 What Is a Pickle in Baseball? Experts Explain

Baseball runner caught in a pickle rundown between two fielders. A glove shows RAWLINGS.

The Pickle, aka the Rundown, is where a runner is trapped between two bases. ... Read More »

10/04/2024 Batting Stance Basics – Everything You Need to Know

Baseball player demonstrates batting stance basics with instructional arrows and circles.

Looking to change up your batting stance? The Experts at JustBats give you everything you need to know about all of the different types of batting stnaces! ... Read More »

07/09/2024 10 Best Yogi Berra Quotes

Yogi Berra, wearing a Yankees cap, smiles and waves. Music Hall RADIO BOSTON WITH KEITH LOCKHART & BRIAN visible.

Yogi-isms will put a smile on your face. The Experts at JustBats lists the ten (10) best Yogi Berra quotes from legendary baseball catcher turned wordsmith. ... Read More »

06/17/2024 A Guide To Bat Knobs & Tapers

Examples of bat knobs and tapered handles: a wooden knob, a taped handle, and a rubber grip with a blue cap.

The Experts at JustBats give you a guide to all of the different type of baseball and softball bat knobs and tapers! You can shop our wide selection of knobs and tapers at JustBats with fast and free shipping! ... Read More »

04/27/2024 Drop 10 vs. Drop 8 Bats - When To Transition

A selection of baseball bats, including Drop 8 models (e.g., -8 USA 32) and Drop 10 models like META, CAT9, HYPE, NOX.

Which one is right for you? The Bat Experts at JustBats outline the differences between drop 10 and drop 8 bats to help you find your next bat. Learn more today!... Read More »

12/20/2023 Travel Baseball vs. High School Baseball Explained

A baseball player in an EASTON helmet holding a bat, overlaid on a field with players in TOP 10 and 43 jerseys.

Choosing between and comparing travel baseball to high school baseball warrants a careful examination of one’s aspirations and circumstances. Learn more today!... Read More »

11/27/2023 Travel Ball vs. Little League Baseball Explained

Young baseball player in blue jersey #53 in a ready stance, facing a pitcher in red.

Explore the differences between travel ball and Little League to help you make an informed decision based on your child's interests and abilities.... Read More »

10/30/2023 Baseball Bat Sweet Spot Explained By Experts

Baseball bat hitting a baseball with a blurred batter in the background, illustrating the sweet spot.

The Bat Experts at JustBats outline everything you need to know about sweet spots in bats, explore what they are, how to locate them, and the science behind them.... Read More »

07/17/2023 Why You Should Or Shouldn't Choke Up On A Bat

Close-up of a baseball players gloved hands gripping a bat, illustrating a choked-up grip.

Our Bat Experts explore choking up on a bat and provide the pros and cons of each to help you make an informed decision on whether you should or shouldn't.... Read More »