Thursday February 15th 2024 10:08:25 PM
See Below To Enter After months of exciting teamwork, HIDEit Mounts + Phoenix Bats proudly present an official Collab Giveaway just in time for Baseball Spring Training! Our amazin…
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Tuesday November 7th 2023 02:42:47 PM
In the world of baseball, the right equipment can make all the difference. Amidst the thrill of the game, the significance of a finely crafted wood baseball bat cannot be overlooked. Within the realm…
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Friday August 11th 2023 05:00:54 PM
Fall is here and most youth leagues have wound down or will be soon. With the weather turning for us northerners, it's hard to get outside to practice. But training for youth and little league basebal…
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Thursday July 6th 2023 02:15:54 PM
Not sure what size baseball bat you need? You've come to the right place. Here, we'll break down the different types of wood use for our bats and which hitter profiles fit best with each. We’ll…
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Tuesday May 30th 2023 02:02:01 PM
We have a lot of tools in the world of baseball to help us get better. When it comes to fielding, few tools are as useful as the fungo bat—a little bat with a funny name.Fungo bats are used by coaches…
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Thursday April 13th 2023 02:01:54 PM
Baseball requires a ton of training. Hitting a baseball even more so. What other profession could you be considered a Hall of Famer while succeeding at your job only 30% of the time—or, put another wa…
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Wednesday March 15th 2023 02:18:47 PM
What’s A Fungo Bat? A fungo bat is a coach’s drill-running dream. When it comes to fielding practice, fungo bats are a game-changer for anyone who has to swat buckets upon buckets of balls…
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Thursday February 23rd 2023 09:47:48 AM
Congratulations on the new bat! We know the thrill of getting a new Phoenix Bat, but we also recognize the importance of maintaining it in its great condition. We provide the finest in the industry an…
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Friday December 16th 2022 11:10:12 AM
At Phoenix Bats, we know the right bat with the right wood makes all the difference. In order to select the right bat, you need to determine the proper size for yourself or your player. Hitters toda…
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Wednesday December 7th 2022 09:56:15 AM
For baseball and softball players, one of the most essential things to do is choose the right bat. Even just focusing on wood bats—as we at Phoenix are known to do—the options are more num…
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Thursday September 29th 2022 01:30:48 PM
Every baseball player’s dream is to end up in the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York. Personally, that was always my goal growing up; and a few years ago, this dream became a reality—just…
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Monday September 19th 2022 02:01:22 PM
Forget metal. As we’ve covered at length before, nothing quite compares to swinging a wood baseball bat. The balance and weight—owed to the wood’s composition and density (and our superior craftsma…
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Tuesday June 22nd 2021 02:01:15 PM
If you are big enough to swing an aluminum bat, then you’re big enough to benefit from a wood bat. Wood bats develop proper swing form.So, how do you choose the right size bat for your slugger? It’s p…
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Tuesday May 18th 2021 02:17:23 PM
There’s nothing quite like a good ol’ ball game on a pristine field in early spring. But which ballgame are you playing—baseball or softball? They’re both probably the best spo…
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Tuesday April 13th 2021 09:10:23 AM
We’ve heard it all before—the debate over whether to choose a wood or metal bat seems like it’ll never come to an end. But for any baseball or softball slugger truly serious about im…
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Thursday January 30th 2020 04:45:29 PM
The game of baseball is difficult to master, and trying to hit a baseball is one of the hardest tasks in all of sports. To hit a baseball or softball harder, learn how to swing with good form with a w…
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Tuesday January 7th 2020 02:00:44 PM
Last week, Phoenix Bats hit the road down to Nashville, Tennessee to attend the annual American Baseball Coaches Association (ABCA) Convention and show off some of our products at the convention…
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Tuesday December 31st 2019 02:28:47 PM
The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Youth Baseball BatThe bat your child swings now could be a huge help or hindrance in developing sound swing mechanics that will propel them to the next level. Follow the…
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Friday December 13th 2019 02:00:30 PM
Is it just us, or did the holidays sneak up quick this year? We doubt we’re alone in that feeling. If you’re running around trying to find some last-minute gifts, boy do we have the guide for you! C…
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Wednesday November 27th 2019 01:25:22 PM
Winter is a month away, but we’re already starting to feel it creeping in. We’ve set the clocks back, it’s getting darker sooner, and the big leagues have run their course. It’s a dreary time for ba…
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Friday November 15th 2019 03:49:00 PM
The holiday season is fast approaching, and that means the holiday shopping season is already in full swing for many of us (and still a month and a half away for others of us). It can be a stressful…
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Friday November 1st 2019 02:00:23 PM
Many of us have been affected by cancer—just like many of you. We’ve lost friends and loved ones, and we continue to support those of us still fighting the good fight to beat this immeasurably horribl…
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Tuesday October 15th 2019 05:32:26 PM
It’s that sad, sad time of year again. The season has wound down and we’re looking for anything baseball-related to keep us occupied. There’s still some big league ball to finish out…
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Wednesday October 2nd 2019 02:00:02 PM
When it comes to giving, there are not many things more difficult than trying to find the perfect gift. We’ve all been there. You’re racking your brain trying to come up with something meaningful. You…
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Wednesday September 18th 2019 01:59:53 PM
When it comes time to find a new wood bat, whether it’s for you or your favorite All-Star, you don’t want to be left scratching your head trying to figure it all out. Did you realize how many differen…
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Thursday September 5th 2019 05:29:59 PM
No matter what kind of hitter you are, or what kind of bat you have, you could be losing precious power due to flawed technique. The steps detailed here are designed to address one issue: swinging the…
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Thursday August 22nd 2019 01:59:42 PM
A lot goes into picking the right bat for you, and we at Phoenix Bats want to make sure you’re making the most informed decision every time you buy. Today we’re going to focus on softball bats; this h…
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Thursday August 8th 2019 01:59:30 PM
If you couldn’t tell, we’re pretty into wood bats. In our unbiased opinion, they just might be the single most important human invention of all time. Hyperbole aside, we’re incredibly (and understanda…
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Friday July 12th 2019 01:59:19 PM
Many great things are made from the maple tree: syrup, sugar, Canada…. so why not baseball bats? Apparently that’s the question baseball bat manufacturers asked themselves in the mid-1990s. Sure enoug…
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Sunday July 7th 2019 11:02:47 AM
If you’ve been following baseball in the past few decades, you are likely familiar with birch bats and their increasing popularity. Birch is a relatively new wood in the market, hitting the scene quic…
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Monday July 1st 2019 01:59:11 PM
Thinking about sticking an ash bat in your bag? Before you do, it’s best to make sure that it fits your profile. We love all types of wood bats, but it’s important to understand the benefits of an ash…
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Friday June 21st 2019 03:28:05 PM
Fungo isn’t just an entertaining name. It’s also an incredibly useful tool for coaches who want a way to make fielding practice more precise and less tiring. If you haven’t used a fungo bat before, th…
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Wednesday May 15th 2019 01:58:48 PM
You’ve probably heard the news from USA Baseball about bat standards for Little League Baseball, AABC, Babe Ruth / Cal Ripken, Dixie, Little League, and PONY leagues, but if you haven’t, you might wan…
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Wednesday May 1st 2019 05:57:43 PM
Phoenix Bats got our start building wooden vintage baseball bats for Columbus vintage ball teams – a passion still found in our woodshop. Recently, we sat down with baseball history expert Tracy…
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Wednesday April 17th 2019 05:33:07 PM
As young baseball players develop their hitting skills (hopefully while using a high-quality wood bat from Phoenix Bats!), they don’t see much pitch variety. Typically, they have not seen a base…
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Monday April 1st 2019 01:58:09 PM
Editor's Note: Looking to learn more about purchasing a fungo bat and which type is right for you? Check out this post on what you need to know before purchasing a fungo bat.Everyone needs fielding pr…
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Friday March 15th 2019 01:57:56 PM
Baseball Fantasy Camps: the opportunity for anyone, even with little baseball talent, to take the field with the pros they admired from the stands. And they’re not just for the guys! The Yankees, for…
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Friday March 1st 2019 01:57:43 PM
Professional players in the Bigs and Minors are only allowed to swing a wood bat, made from a single piece of wood. The primary woods used–to best balance swingability with durability–are maple, ash,…
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Thursday January 17th 2019 06:02:39 PM
What Is the Difference Between Ash and Maple Bats? The main difference between ash and maple bats is the density and strength. Maple is the strongest and most dense without much give, while ash wood…
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Monday December 17th 2018 05:51:33 PM
Figuring out exactly which baseball bat to use can be a challenge. There are many things to consider when choosing your perfect bat. Here are the basic components to keep in mind, as well as some def…
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Monday September 17th 2018 01:57:22 PM
You take a mighty cut, and you end up with only a handle in your batting gloves. It’s hard to hit with authority when your bat breaks. So, how can you avoid splintering your wood bat? Here’s a brief r…
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Monday September 3rd 2018 05:34:35 PM
Every year, we see new spectacular plays from the defensive maestros of Major League Baseball. As exciting as any homerun, an amazing defensive play will get crowds roaring. When those plays co…
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Friday August 17th 2018 01:54:07 PM
The wooden baseball bat is one of the most iconic objects in the world of sports. It is, and has been, the slugging tool of choice for legendary professional batters throughout the history of baseball…
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Wednesday August 1st 2018 05:37:06 PM
It's rare that increased safety and competitive advantage would result from the same innovation. The introduction of baseball cleats in the 19th century did just that. A stable grip on grass an…
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Monday July 16th 2018 05:59:44 PM
The first baseball players didn’t field with gloves. They used their bare, unguarded hands to field and catch screaming balls from hitters, fielders and pitchers. When asked about this style of…
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Monday July 2nd 2018 05:53:44 PM
Phoenix Bats was born when founder Charley "Lefty" Trudeau began building vintage baseball bats for The Ohio Historical Society. A player himself in a 19th century league for five years before he beg…
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Thursday March 27th 2014 03:30:25 PM
Blazed on our baseball bats, website, and everything we send out, our new flaming P logo gives Phoenix a fresh look that connects with players of all stripes – from the weekend warriors to the pro slu…
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Tuesday January 7th 2014 03:32:40 PM
Johnny Bench once said that he didn’t even know what a supplement was until ten years after he retired from baseball. There was a time when baseball players relied only on natural talent and baseball…
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Monday November 18th 2013 10:10:06 AM
Coming off the successful transition to the catcher’s position, while still putting up solid at-the-plate numbers, Tony (playing in the minors for the Mudcats in Zebulon, North Carolina) felt i…
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Tuesday October 29th 2013 04:48:00 PM
Wood bats and softball may seem like an unnatural fit, but the truth is that wood bats can improve any softball player’s game. Aluminum bat technology has advanced to a point where almost any p…
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Tuesday September 17th 2013 04:11:51 PM
The pennant race in baseball is one of the exciting components of the entire season. Throughout the month of September, fans are enthralled as their favorite teams attempt to qualify for postseason pl…
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Friday August 30th 2013 04:14:27 PM
Just about everyone hates to lose, but for Little Leaguers, they often take a loss personally and beat themselves up over it. As a parent of a Little Leaguer, it’s important to use the loss as a learn…
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Wednesday August 28th 2013 04:50:00 PM
Baseball is a sport that is steeped in rituals and superstitions. Hall of Fame third baseman Wade Boggs famously ate chicken before the start of each game. Former shortstop Nomar Garciaparra had an un…
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Monday August 12th 2013 04:44:20 PM
Alright everyone, I’ve been in Carolina for 2 ½ months with the Class A Mudcats and it’s been quite an experience! I'm getting to play catcher a lot. While nerve-racking at first, I'm having a lot of…
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Wednesday August 4th 2010 08:24:00 AM
As I mentioned in my blog entry about Kansas City, Phoenix Bats held a Billy Butler Youth Replica Bat giveaway on July 18th with the Kansas City Royals and Fox Sports Kansas City. For this giveaway, P…
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Tuesday July 27th 2010 08:25:54 AM
If I could describe to a person all of what Kansas City has to offer within the confines of one intersection, I would point to the corner of 18th and Vine Street outside downtown Kansas City. The inte…
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Tuesday July 20th 2010 08:27:00 AM
A few weeks ago, I was able to interview then Clippers catcher Chris Gimenez. As of July 10th, Chris was called up by the Cleveland Indians as a backup catcher. I spent some time with Chris in the Cli…
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Monday March 1st 2010 08:31:58 AM
As we face the coming of a new baseball season, where the love of family takes a back seat to the love of the game, I thought I would share some of the best life/baseball quotes I could find from some…
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Wednesday November 11th 2009 08:33:20 AM
On the 12th day of Christmas Phoenix Bats gave to me: 12 Pieces of Phoenix bats gear, including hats, t-shirts and batting gloves. 11 Phiten necklaces, giving baseball players more body en…
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Wednesday October 14th 2009 08:38:15 AM
America's past time is a hard one. Be it baseball or softball, it's difficult for a batter to consistently get good contact. If you succeed in getting on base just 30% of the time, you're probably on…
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Monday August 24th 2009 08:43:04 AM
All ball players dream of the day when they get to step to the plate in a professional game. But let’s stretch this dream a bit, take a step back, and go through the entire process of what it would be…
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