02/23/2017

Make no mistake, the best youth baseball bat is the one that makes the young athlete comfortable. There are ways to ensure a ballplayer has the perfect bat.

With the new season starting, there are six 2017 youth baseball bats that are already creating buzz around the ballfield. JustBats.com provides details on all six bats for whenever your slugger is ready to start playing.

For 2017, Easton literally unleashed a beast. When the MAKO Beast was introduced, it quickly became one of the most popular youth bats on the ballfield. The XL adds an end loaded swing weight, so there is more weight towards the end of the barrel for a more powerful and higher performing bat that allows the ball to fly further. Other key features of the 2017 Easton MAKO Beast XL include:

Also available in -11 length to weight ratio and -12 length to weight ratio.

Approved for play in Little League, Babe Ruth, Dixie, Pony, AABC and USSSA.

Full twelve (12) month manufacturer's warranty.

Game's fastest swing speed.

Patented ConneXion Technology that maximizes energy transfer and eliminates vibration.

Combining state-of-the-art technology and the highest quality materials, DeMarini has created the most powerful, lightest swinging bat to date. The beautifully crafted CF Zen blanced baseball bat starts with the brand new ParaFlex Composite Barrel Dynamic Fiber Orientation, which delivers maximum performance and an enhanced sweet spot. Other key features of the 2017 Demarini CF Zen include:

Balanced swing weight.

Low Pro End Cap, which optimizes weight, feel, and compression throughout the barrel.

RCK Knob, which perfectly fits your bottom hand for a comfortable grip.

Full twelve (12) month manufacturer's warranty.

Approved for play in Little League, Babe Ruth, Dixie, Pony, AABC and USSSA.

Specifically made for the confident power hitter, Axe constructed this model with their Mantic alloy for top notch performance and long-lasting durability. Like all Axe bats, the Endogrid Technology creates a lightweight, shock-absorbing urethan inside of each bat to help reduce vibrations on the bottom hand. The result? A luxurious feel during each swing. Other key features of the 2017 Axe Element include:

New HyperWhip composite cap that shaves excess weight from non-hitting side to improve balance and bat speed.

Full twelve (12) month manufacturer's warranty.

Approved for play in Little League, Babe Ruth, Dixie, Pony, AABC and USSSA.

Ergonomically designed AXE grip for better control, bat speed, comfort, and safety.

Mantic alloy, a military grade formula with maximum strength and durability.

Mizuno is taking one of their classic designs to new heights for 2017. The brand new Generation series is forged from the new Hot Metal single wall aluminum alloy and combined with the CORTECH technology to help adjust wall thickness across the barrel. This creates a sweet spot that is 35% larger than previous models. Other key features of the 2017 Mizuno Generation include:

Exclusive speed helix grip that adds unmatched comfort and durability.

Hot metal aluminum alloy provides great performance and sound.

Approved for play in Little League, Babe Ruth, Dixie, Pony, AABC and USSSA.

Full twelve (12) month manufacturer's warranty.

Single wall barrel design.

Offering a traditional stiff feel, the Easton S3 is the beloved one-piece construction that consists of Easton's HMX (Hyperlite Matrix) alloy for an expanded sweet spot and exceptional durability. With an evenly balanced design, this 2017 model provides utter control while increasing swing speed for more power and effectiveness. Other key features of the 2017 Easton S3 include:

Low moment of inertia.

One-piece alloy construction with ultra-thin handle.

Approved for play in Little League, Babe Ruth, Dixie, Pony, AABC and USSSA.

Balanced swing weight.

Full twelve (12) month manufacturer's warranty.

The DeMarini Voodoo series has been a constant in baseball bat bags across the nation since its release. For 2017, DeMarini took the famous end loaded version that adult power hitters have come to love (Voodoo Insane) and added a balanced option. This bat optimizes a player's swing while creating more pop. Other key features of the 2017 DeMarini Voodoo include:

Approved for play in Little League, Babe Ruth, Dixie, Pony, AABC and USSSA.

Full twelve (12) month manufacturer's warranty.

D-Fusion 2.0 handle technology that reduces vibration and redirects more energy into the ball.

New X14 alloy barrel that enhances bariable wall thickness for more pop and power.

Low pro end cap to optimize weight, feel, and compression throughout the barrel.

With the USABat Standard rule change taking affect in 2018, these six youth baseball bats will ensure your 2017 season is a homerun. And, of course, if you're looking for a youth baseball bat at a low price before investing in 2018, check out our youth bat closeouts, youth bat reviews, or youth bat resource guide.

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