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07/17/2025 What Is Travel Ball? Experts Explain

Joyful young boys in black shirts with Travel text and caps clap enthusiastically, representing youth travel ball.

Curious about travel ball? In this article, the team at JustBats break down what travel ball is, how it works, and what players and parents should know before joining a team.... Read More »

07/13/2025 Hitting Styles for Baseball and Softball: The Ultimate Guide

Baseball and softball players in various hitting stances, illustrating different styles.

Discover the most effective hitting styles in baseball and softball—contact, power, gap, slap, and hybrid—and learn how to maximize your performance with expert tips and bat recommendations from the JustBats Bat Coaches.... Read More »

07/08/2025 What Is a Sliding Mitt Used for in Baseball & Softball?

Discover what a sliding mitt is used for in baseball and softball. Learn how it protects players, improves safety on the basepaths, and why more athletes are using them from JustBats Blog... Read More »

07/01/2025 What Is Bobby Bonilla Day? Experts Explain

Bobby Bonilla, a baseball player, wearing a Mets cap. Text: BOBBY BONILLA DAY: July 1. Find out why this day is significant. #clicktohit.

JustBats examines why July 1 is an important day for the former New York Mets outfielder, as well as fans of lop-sided player contracts. Enjoy!... Read More »

06/30/2025 What Does the Perfect Baseball Swing Look Like?

Baseball player in black jersey with 13 on back, mid-swing hitting a baseball in a brightly lit stadium at night.

Baseball has seen its fair share of “ugly” swings, even at the highest level. Notable players like Johnny Damon, Jason Giambi, and Mike Piazza, albeit very successful hitters, didn’t have swings that coaches teach to younger players. So what does the perfect swing look like? To help us answer this question, we’re goin... Read More »

05/02/2025 How to Have Baseball Drip: 3 Must-Haves for Your Bat

Baseball bat grips, personalized bats with names like GILLILAND #22 and DRIP, and a bat end cap.

Ready to level up your baseball drip? Learn how to customize your bat with knob stickers, laser engraving, and pre-installed Lizard Skins grips only at JustBats.... Read More »

04/16/2025 Best Bats for Power Hitters

Power hitter bats: LOUISVILLE, GI, Marucci CATX CONNECT, MANTRA, VICIOUS, GHOST, and The MARK PRO.

Looking for the best bats for power hitters? Discover top-rated slow pitch and baseball bats built for elite performance, pop, and distance — only at JustBats.... Read More »

04/04/2025 15 Baseball & Softball Pet Peeves That Drive Players Crazy

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From bat flips to bad ump calls, here are 15 baseball & softball pet peeves that drive players crazy! Find out what annoys athletes the most on and off the field. Read now at JustBats Blog! ... Read More »

03/26/2025 A Brief History of Opening Day

Collage of baseball scenes at Petco Park and historical figures, with OPENING DAY: A BRIEF HISTORY text.

If you are looking for Opening Day history, look no further than the town known for serving chili on spaghetti. Learn more today!... Read More »

03/17/2025 3 Reasons Baseball & Softball Are Better Than Basketball

A baseball player in a pinstriped uniform (number 20) with a bat, contrasted with a basketball player holding a ball.

The Experts at JustBats why baseball & softball are better than basketball! Which sport do you think is better?... Read More »