MLB Bat Usage Report
The definitive annual report on professional bat usage. Tracking every opening day since 2019, cited by ESPN and major sports media.
MLB BATS
and the players that use them
Last Updated April 11, 2025, 9:08am by @BatDigest
We track MLB bat usage every opening day and select days throughout the season. Our comprehensive data provides unique insights into professional player preferences.
7 Key Findings from 2025
Victus hit 27.78% in 2025—2nd highest ever, just behind Marucci's 28.83% in 2019.
Marucci + Victus now control half (48.2%) of the MLB market.
23 bat brands showed up on 2025's Opening Day.
Bottom 16 brands fight for just 11% of usage.
Top 7 brands own 90% of the plate.
Overfly broke out with 8 users—its best showing ever.
MLB Bat Usage Trends 2019-2025
Historical Overview
Data Collection Methodology
MLB.tv Analysis
We watch every opening day game on MLB.tv, tracking each starting player's bat brand. This comprehensive approach ensures complete coverage of all 30 teams.
Consistent Timing
Data is collected on opening day each year, providing a consistent snapshot of player preferences at the start of each season.