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01/04/2022 What to Know About the MLB Lockout

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On December 1, 2021, the collective bargaining agreement between the MLB Players Association and Major League Baseball expired. The result was a league-wide lockout. This is the ninth time in LB history that there has been a work stoppage. ... Read More »

06/24/2021 Understanding MLB's Latest Change

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Here is everything you need to know about the MLB rule change, how it impacts players, and what that sticky substance actually is. Read more!... Read More »

03/29/2021 Spring Training Highlights for 2021

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It’s a beautiful time of the year, friends. Let’s take a quick look at the top Spring Training Highlights for 2021.... Read More »

03/25/2021 The Sounds of Baseball

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The Crack! of the bat. The Pop! of the mitt. Check out this list of baseball sounds that are synonymous with America's pastime!... Read More »

02/05/2018 Best Negro Leagues Baseball Player Ever

Negro Leagues baseball player Satchel Paige pitching, wearing a cap and uniform, with a baseball in his raised hand.

Back in the 1880s, when the sport of baseball wove itself into America's fabric, African-American players formed professional teams. Tap to learn more and see who the best player ever was!... Read More »

12/18/2017 Penalties & Fines For Running On A Baseball Field

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Running on a professional baseball field has consequences. JustBats.com reviews fines and penalties for running on to a field of play.... Read More »

11/06/2017 Baseball's Dream Team | Best Players At Each Position

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Who are the best players to ever set foot on a baseball diamond? JustBats.com tackles the task of listing the best baseball player to ever play each position.... Read More »

10/27/2017 Major League Bat Choices

There are a number of different bat companies for Major League bat choices. JustBats.com takes a look at some of the most popular wood baseball bats used.... Read More »

08/28/2017 5 Best Players Weekend Bats

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MLB Players Weekend inspired a treasure trove of new baseball bat designs. JustBats.com reviews the best five (5) Players Weekend bats that you can buy.... Read More »

05/24/2017 Bat Review: Easton Z-CORE Lock & Load BBCOR Baseball Bat

Easton Z-CORE Lock & Load BBCOR baseball bat, with Z-CORE, LOCK&LOAD, XL, EASTON visible.

Optimize your swing by dialing up your power! The new Easton Z-CORE Lock & Load is revolutionary and ready to change the game of baseball forever. ... Read More »