Quick Take
The Pro Hitter Thumb Guard is a small but effective tool widely used in baseball to improve grip and reduce hand sting. Its design enhances control and comfort for hitters by filling the gap between the bat and hand, with over 50% of MLB players relying on it for better performance.
Baseball Thumb Guard
There are several places to purchase the Pro Hitter thumb guard. If you are a prime member, the cheapest place is Amazon. Otherwise, check eBay or the Pro Hitter site directly.
A few Google keystrokes later and, baaam, here you are. Short answer: it is a Pro Hitters training aid. It sits between the palm of the top hand and the bat. This device increases the contact with the bat. Many feel the ProHitter gives them more control, better comfort on mishits, and increases their palms contact.
The idea behind the ProHitter thumb guard is to remove the separation between the hand and barrel knob. This volume filler allows for more consistent pressure on the knob which, in turn, allows for a stronger and more controlled grip. Hard to measure exactly how many use it in the MLB, but no less than 40% of players use it consistently and, likely, well over 70% have tried it.
This Prohitter’s batting training aid made our best gifts for baseball players list too.
Pro Hitter’s Thumb Guard Baseball Guide Gallery
How It Works
First, the Prohitters Batter Training Aid forces the handle of the bat towards the fingers. The volume of the little plastic piece forces the bat handle out of the palm of the hand and, during the swing, keeps the grip where it needs to be.
Second, the Prohitter helps reduce hand sting by taking some of the brunt of the vibration away from the top hand and into the plastic piece. Hitters who suffer from bone and palm bruising will find this a must.
Turns out, several MLB players use the little gadget. Pro Hitter claims that more than 50% of big leaguers use it consistently. Based on what we see in games, we don’t disagree.
Bat Digest Thumb Grip
We found the little piece very helpful—especially for younger players who tend to overgrip the bat and hold it too deep in their palms. The gadget is simple and relatively inexpensive. They even make youth versions of the Prohitter which might be a good baseball stocking stuffer.
Prohitter doesn’t release data proving it improves bat grip or speed. However, they point out that well over 50% of Major League players use it. Next time you watch a game, see how many Prohitters you can spot—you might be surprised.
