2018 USA Baseball Bat Standard Change
USA Baseball is mandating a new bat performance standard as well as allowing the use of 2 5/18 barrels for all age levels. This goes into effect January 1, 2018. Youth and T-Ball bats that do not have a USA Logo will not be permitted in play.
- Approved Barrel Sizes: 2 5/8" - 2 1/4"
- USSSA stamped bats are not allowed in USA Leagues
- Stamp on bullet: USA Baseball
USSA is not affected and USA stamped bats are allowed in USSSA leagues.