2017 DeMarini Voodoo Review

A light swinging two piece hybrid bat in the performance space is a small category of bats. However, there is some legit competition if you find yourself in this exact market. Easton would claim, and so would we, the 2017 Z-Core Hybrid is a comparable bat in terms of barrel size, swing weight and composition. The Z-Core's barrel is a bit larger than the Voodoo Balance. On the other hand, you simply can't overlook the successful pedigree of the Voodoo line. Another comparable bat is the 2016 Louisville Slugger 716 Select. This two piece hybrid is also a light swinging bat with a well performing barrel used at all levels of the sport. Those who like hot out of the wrapper performance in the collegiate ranks gravitate to this bat. From what we have gathered, the 716 will not be produced in a 2017 model. We can only guess, but the acquisition of  Slugger by Wilson, who also owns DeMarini, might have something to do with a Voodoo Balance release and the lack of a 2017 717 from Louisville Slugger.