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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.

6 Years Tracked
1,440 Players Analyzed
23 Brands in 2025
MLB.tv Data Source
ESPN Featured By
Opening Day Analysis
Our Methodology
The 2019 - 2025 Annual Report On

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.

By the Numbers

28%
Victus Peak Market Share
48%
Marucci + Victus Combined
23
Brands in 2025
16
Brands Under 1%
7
Top Brands Control 90%
8
Overfly's Best Showing

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.

Find What Bat Any MLB Player Uses

Team Brand Preferences

Most Interesting Team Brand Patterns (2025)

Bat Preferences by Position

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