Marucci 2023 CATX Connect -8 Baseball USSSA Bat

Finely tuned barrel profile slightly balances the end-loaded design for faster swings, more surface area, and higher overall performance. Stiff outer-locking system connects the S-40 composite handle to the AZR alloy barrel for power and performance, while dismissing virtually all vibrations on contact. Tightened Production Tolerances: Allow barrel diameters to be built to the maximum limit, creating more surface area and higher overall performance Two-Piece Hybrid Construction: S-40 composite handle with AZR alloy barrel designed for power Power Loaded Barrel: End-loaded, high M.O.I. barrel designed for effortless power AZR Aluminum: Responsive, durable alloy provides better feel, more forgiveness, and more performance OLS Connection: One-of-a-kind design connects the barrel to the handle from the outside in, creating the stiffest connection available, while dismissing virtually all vibrations on contact for the strongest, smoothest swing yet S-40 Composite Handle: Stiffer construction helps transfer more energy faster from athlete to ball for more performance Multi-Variable Wall Design: Expanded sweet spot and thinner walls for more forgiving off-centered performance Ring-Free Barrel Construction: Allows for more barrel flex and increased performance with no "dead" spots Custom-Molded Handle Taper: Ergonomically designed for each weight drop for a better fit, more bat control, and a better overall feel between athlete and bat. Designed to be easily removable to fit athletes’ preferences. Micro-Perforated Soft-Touch Grip: soft and tacky grip for improved feel and control The CATX Connect comes standard with a gray 1.75mm grip Grip weight and manufacturing tolerances may cause slight deviation from the listed weight 2 3/4" barrel USSSA 1.15 BPF certified.