The 2025 Louisville Slugger XENO is the stiff, power-leaning fastpitch composite in the Slugger lineup. It is the value alternative to the LXT for hitters who want a firmer feel and immediate pop.
Models Overview
The XENO comes in drops -10 and -9.
Construction & Technology
Two-piece composite with the S1ID barrel and a stiff IST connection. It is built for a firm feel and quick energy transfer.
Performance Comparison
The 2025 XENO stays close to the recent versions with the same barrel and connection profile.
Comparable Bats
Comparable fastpitch composites include the 2024 Easton Ghost Advanced, the 2025 Warstic Bonesaber, and the 2025 DeMarini Prism+.
Overall grade: A
Overall grade: A-
Overall grade: A-
The Bottom Line
The 2025 XENO does what it has always done: stiff feel, quick response, and a lower price than the premium composite crowd.