The recent introduction of "torpedo bats" by the New York Yankees has sparked significant discussion in the baseball community. These bats feature a unique design with more mass concentrated near the label, aiming to increase the sweet spot for hitters. Players like Anthony Volpe and Jazz Chisholm Jr. have adopted these bats, contributing to the Yankees' impressive offensive performances early in the season.
This innovation has led to a surge of interest among MLB teams, with reports indicating that other organizations, such as the Atlanta Braves, have ordered these bats following the Yankees' success.
Given this real-world development, players of MLB The Show are naturally curious about the inclusion of torpedo bats in the game. As of now, there hasn't been an official announcement from the developers regarding the addition of torpedo bats to MLB The Show. However, the game's commitment to realism and timely updates suggests that such an inclusion could be on the horizon.
Whether that means a fun addition to MLB The Show 25, or a welcomed inclusion next year; only time will tell. The introduction of metal bats this year was a huge addition along the same lines. If we don't see torpedo bats this year, I'm sure SDS has already taken note of the praise for the metal bats and allure of the torpedo bats while looking ahead to next year's game.
In the meantime, if you're looking to replicate the Yankees' offensive prowess in MLB The Show, focusing on player attributes remains key. Check out the Player Database to scope out powerful hitters to add to your squad or check out the Captain boosts currently available. It might not be a literal torpedo bat, but a theoretical one is just as effective - it just doesn't look as cool.
Would you use torpedo bats if they were available in The Show? Let us know!
Cory Wayne Dell
Cory has been writing about all things baseball and gaming since 2022 and has been featured at Operation Sports as well as cited by Forbes. Cory is also a multi-instrumentalist and founder of the band Cargocastle. Cargocastle's latest single, "Truth and Reconciliation," is available on Spotify and all major streaming platforms. Cory is also the author of Shadow of a Monster, a personal memoir currently seeking publication.
