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Keenan Long of LongBall Labs talks Torpedo Bats & Much More

Rates & Barrels: A show about Baseball

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Optimizing Bat Performance: The Science Behind Design

This chapter explores the complex dynamics of bat design, particularly focusing on torpedo bats and their effects on swing speed and exit velocity. It discusses the importance of individual testing and player-specific metrics in bat selection, highlighting innovations like asymmetrical handles and data collection technologies. Through comparisons with hockey pucks, the chapter emphasizes the significance of mass distribution and its influence on batting performance.

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