Players can expect better bat control

an external helmet holder

5 inch Lined with cool max

2 padded carry straps offer a comfortable carrying option

New Marucci CAT9 Connect Pastime -5 USSSA Baseball Bat Blue/Red 31/26:Blue/Red/Silver Players can expect better batUtilizing a three stage thermal treatment process, our new AZR alloy offers a more responsive microstructure for better feel, more forgiveness and more performance while maintaining the same strength as its predecessor One of a kind, OLS, Outer Locking System, attaches 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