Marucci CAT8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC88
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Sizing Chart for the Perfect Fit
We recommend getting the same size as your current pair of batting gloves. If you don't have a pair, measure the size of your hand from the top of your wrist to the top of your middle finger to find your recommended size:
- Youth Small: 6"
- Youth Medium: 6.25"
- Youth Large: 6.5"
- Adult Small: 7.25"
- Adult Medium: 7.5"
- Adult Large: 7.75"
- Adult Extra-Large: 8"
Routine Guarantee
Backed by a 14-day performance guarantee on used batting gloves and a 365-day return policy on unused batting gloves. From the date or purchase, you can try them out and if they do not fit or work perfectly for you, you may return them within 14 days for an exchange or full refund whether you have worn them or not. Returns are handled directly through JustBats.
Sizing Chart for the Perfect Fit
We recommend getting the same size as your current pair of batting gloves. If you don't have a pair, measure the size of your hand from the top of your wrist to the top of your middle finger to find your recommended size:
- Youth Small: 6"
- Youth Medium: 6.25"
- Youth Large: 6.5"
- Adult Small: 7.25"
- Adult Medium: 7.5"
- Adult Large: 7.75"
- Adult Extra-Large: 8"
Routine Guarantee
Backed by a 14-day performance guarantee on used batting gloves and a 365-day return policy on unused batting gloves. From the date or purchase, you can try them out and if they do not fit or work perfectly for you, you may return them within 14 days for an exchange or full refund whether you have worn them or not. Returns are handled directly through JustBats.
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14-day performance guarantee on used batting gloves and a 365-day return policy on unused batting gloves.
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Adjustable wrist strap: Secure, custom fit for every player.
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Chrome logo treatment
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Digitally embossed goatskin palm chosen for superior durability.
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Embossed branding: Adds a distinctive, professional flair.
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Perforated fingers: Improved airflow for cool, dry hands.
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Reinforced palm and thumb wrap in high wear zones.
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Seamless, 4 way stretch lycra back of hand with silicone reinforcement for breathability and comfort.
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GAMMA Supreme Tac Bat Overgrip
$5.99
You've selected your new bat! But now you are hoping for some additional tack on the handle...or you just want to switch up the color of the grip.
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You've selected your new bat! But now you are hoping for some additional tack on the handle...or you just want to switch up the color of the grip.
Have no fear! Purchase this super-thin (0.5 mm) GAMMA Overgrip that can go right over your bat's existing handle grip (or you can put it on the bare handle of a wood bat). Better yet, you can pay a small fee to have the JustBats' gripping experts put the grip on the bat for you!
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Features
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2 3/4 Inch Barrel Diameter
-8 Length to Weight Ratio
Balanced Swing Feel (Precision-Balanced Barrel Results In A Lower M.O.I. And Balanced Feel For Precision And Control)
One-Piece, All-Alloy Baseball Bat
Features USSSA BPF 1.15 Certification
Colorway: White | Red | Grey
AZ105 Alloy, The Strongest Aluminum On The Marucci Bat Line, Allows For Thinner Barrel Walls, A Higher Response Rate And Better Durability
Multi-Variable Wall Design Creates An Expanded Sweet Spot And Thinner Barrel Walls That Are More Forgiving After Off-Centered Contact
Ring-Free Barrel Construction Allows For More Barrel Flex And Increases Performance With No Dead Spots
2nd Generation AV2 Anti-Vibration Knob Features An Upgraded, Harmonic Dampening System For Better Feel And Less Negative Vibrational Feedback
Micro-Perforated Soft-Touch Grip With Extra Tack Improves Feel And Control
Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty
Description
Take your game to the next level with the new and improved Marucci bat lineup. The CAT 8 USSSA Baseball Bat features a maximized barrel length provides a wider sweet spot thanks to its longer surface area. One of the main differences from the CAT 7 is the new and improved AZ105 Alloy, the strongest aluminum on the Marucci bat line, allows for thinner barrel walls, a higher response rate and better durability. This Marucci bat's one-piece alloy design blends year-round durability with a traditional feel, and its ring-free barrel construction eliminates dead spots while improving flex. Its precision-balanced barrel provides a lower M.O.I. nd balanced feels that makes it easy for any style of hitter to enjoy their personal best results. The 2nd Generation AV2 Anti-Vibration Knob that features an upgraded, harmonic dampening system for better feel and less negative vibrational feedback. Marucci Sports: Honor the Game.
This Marucci CAT 8 USSSA Big Barrel Bat features a -8 length to weight ratio, a 2 3/4 inch barrel, and the USSSA 1.15 BPF certification. The sting-free comfort knob is ergonomically-molded nylon engineered for best comfort and control, complemented by a micro-perforated soft-touch grip whose extra tack makes for a no-slip hold. Every element of the CAT 8 craftsmanship comes together to earn a sterling reputation: these Marucci bats provide simply the best look and feel with the most "pop" off the bat and the least vibrational feedback, making an ideal fit for any age and strength of hitter. Pick up one today and enjoy free shipping and a full one-year manufacturer's warranty. Don't forget, with our expert customer service, we'll be here for you from click to hit!
Reviews
Average Ratings Based on 42 Customer Reviews
Co-ed adult softball bat Mike Player
Pros: Great feel and exit velocity when new. Better than last years catx. Excellent value. Would buy again!
Cons: None.
Perfect first drop8 bat Josh Parent
Pros: Durable, clean and great sweet spot. My son hit his first over the fence home run with it.
Cons: Can get a bit of vibration in the hands.
Grandson Bat Todd Galle Other
Pros: Great bat
Cons: None
Awesome bat Alex Player
Pros: Cheap awesome bat very good pop nice feeling beautiful sound and well balanced highly recommended
Cons: Only thing I didn’t like was that it became to short fast but that’s not the bats fault
Cat 8 Shane Boyer Coach
Pros: Great bat. My son really likes it.
Cons: None
great uhh Player
Pros: grip
Cons: vibratoin
Not to much pop Caleb Player
Pros: Easy to get good bat speed with this bat and little to no vibration, decent barrel
Cons: Almost a little to whippy so rollovers we’re common, after two years the pop on this bat was gone
3.5/5 bat; DO NOT RECCOMEND Preston Flint Player
Pros: little to no sting Pretty durable
Cons: Bad pop
Tons of Pop! Jason Parma Player
Pros: Great bat with a ton of pop
Cons: none so far
Great bat!! Tim Parent
Pros: Nice pop and good sound on the sweet spot
Cons: Minor scratch when received
Best bat ever Pluck ploo Other
Pros: Overall best bat you can get good pop big sweet spot Balanced
Cons: Nothing I have no problems with the bat
Great bat no name guy Player
Pros: The bat has a lot of pop at the start and doesn't lose pop very fast. great bat for solid hits but i wouldn't call it a home run bat. right off the bat the CF zen -5 has more pop. Has a huge sweet spot and an overall great bat. when you get jammed the vibration stinks, same with the end of the bat
Cons: would rather use the CF zen
Big sweet spot Stevie Parent
Pros: Big sweet spot, great sound, Excellent pop, my son move from another brand 30-10,to 31-8 cat 8, he has hit 8 home runs this summer over the fence with and aveg, of 260 feet plus and he is 12 years old.
Cons: I have to replace the Grip, after one month of use.
Awesome Bat! Ron Coach
Pros: Best Bat since HEX Alloy!
Cons: NONE
Good buy Kb Parent
Pros: So far it is working good
Cons: None yet
Excellent Bat Eli Berry Parent
Pros: My 12 year old used this bat this season and had the best hitting season of his life. We've had several bats over the years. Trying to find one that we liked as much as the old Easton S3...the black and orange one. This bat surpassed that one. Great bat. It will do it's job.
Cons: We bought too short. It swings so well, don't be afraid to go a little bit longer.
11U AAA Bright family Parent
Pros: Perfect for transition between drop 10 and drop 5. Excellent performance and balance. Everything you would want in a bat when drop is too heavy and drop 10 is too light.
Cons: Light colored grip looks dirty quick and cost is on high end of bats.
Drop 10 to Drop 8 George Coach
Pros: My son plays 10u baseball, has always used a drop 10. We had been using the cat 8 Marucci for the the past year, moving from a 29/19 to a 30/20. We recently moved to a 30/22 and can honestly say my son has not had issues with faster pitchers do to the 2 oz. jump but HAS gained at least 10 ft from a max of 210 to now at least 220 at his best.
Cons: Have not found any as of yet.
CAT 8 USSSA Drew Tolfree Player
Pros: bat feels great and had pop right out of the wrapper. also love the sound
Cons: none yet
Posey Cat8 performed LeeD Coach
Pros: Bat has performed great. Used winter hitting lessons. Only had two spring tournaments. Two over the fence HR,3triples, two doubles,3singles in 12 Abats. Bat had greater exit velocity than Zen Voodo on travel ball hit trax simulator 12u. Great bat for less cost.
Cons: None
Amazing Nick Player
Pros: None
Cons: None
Great Bat R. Metz Parent
Pros: Good balance, excellent grip, lots of pop
Cons: None
Great Bat Chad Parent
Pros: Great drop 8 bat for my 11U player. Huge sweet spot. The first game he played with this bat he hit his first home run.
Cons: None so far.
Great Bat! Danny G Coach
Pros: Same great brand. Lightweight, nice pop/sound and durable. 1/2 my team swings w/a Cat 7 or 8. My son graduated from a Cat 7 -10 to his new Cat 8 -8!
Cons: None!
bat review Larry Levinson Coach
Pros: very low vibration
Cons: too end heavy
Zach’s baseball review Zach Mascolo Player
Pros: Great bat overall had amazing pop probably one if not the best bat I’ve ever used had a great feel to it I hit 8 home runs with it and if you barreled a ball the ball flew. In the cold I never felt a sting, as i did in the past. It wasn’t just one part on the bat the end of the bat too was amazing I was able to hit a line drive on a outside pitch with the end of the bat. I do recommend this bat.
Cons: I did notice as the season went on the bat did kinda lose some pop honestly it was a great bad nothin really there was to fix
Great pop Dustin Parent
Pros: This bat came out hot right out of the wrapper. Everyone on my son's team has used it. Love the sound it makes.
Cons: None except no other parent has given me money for letting there kid use it
Enmanuel Beltre Enmanuel Beltre Parent
Pros: The Best Bat -8
Cons: The Best Bat -8
Baseball Casen Player
Pros: Four weeks into the bat and already has dents in it but a really good bat
Cons: Great pop
Pop and balance Matt Coach
Pros: Feels like a drop 10 it is so balanced. 11-year-old crushing the ball with it.
Cons: None
Best bat I have ever used AJ Player
Pros: Everything about this bat is amazing.
Cons: None
Contact bat Ale Player
Pros: Feels good and can last
Cons: Has no pop, if u are a player with power it will turn you into a player who has no power
Great Bat! Kenny Foster Player
Pros: Had it for a few months as a ‘game bat’ only and it has held up well. Has a lot of pop, but not the best out there.
Cons: Dosent have pop like the DeMarini CF Zen. (Note: The cat8 has better durability than the cf zen though..)
Cat. 8 Charles White Player
Pros: Great pop
Cons: None
Worth the money A Page Parent
Pros: Seen great improvement with this bat!
Cons: All the other boys want to use it,
Cat 8 C. Taylor Parent
Pros: Feels good, sounds good. Love it!
Cons: None so far
Sweet bat! BK Parent
Pros: Great sounding, and live off the bat
Cons: Concerned about durability of cap and possible denting, as it notes don't use below 60 degrees, but fingers crossed
Great Bat! George Parent
Pros: Balanced bat with great pop. Have been using Marucci bats for the last 5 seasons. Marucci always makes a top notch bat. Highly recommend!
Cons: None
Balanced Bat Jerrod Coach
Pros: Balanced bat, feels a lot lighter in your hands than other bats tested at the same weight. Does have good pop would definitely recommend for a line drive hitter.
Cons: Bat is loud when working in cages, son does not like the grip as much as his LS Prime.
Great Bat Daniel Coach
Pros: Good pop. Good feel. No vibration
Cons: Only comes in 2 3/4 and is loud
Great bat Jacob Jones Player
Pros: Great bat
Cons: None
Great bat Travis parent
Pros: Big pop, balanced feel, no vibrations or sting. Great looking bat. Great price. Feels like a drop 10 11 year old swinging it and absolutely loves it . Great pop Took it to field first night, hit a six or seven out with the first bucket.
Cons: It's a loud bat if your not swinging it in a indoor facility
Questions and Answers
Have a question about the Marucci CAT8 -8 USSSA Baseball Bat: MSBC88? Ask our team of experts and they will respond within 24 hours.
Hi, my son currently swings a Marucci Cat 7 30 inch/22 ounce -8 bat. He says it's too short and too light. He turned 12 in September, and is 5'7 and 135lbs. Should he get the -8 32 inch Cat 8 or should he move up to the Cat 8 -5 bat in what size? Heather Wied
Does this bat come in a 2 5/8"? Laura
Mariucci notes this bat has lower MOI and a balanced feel, as do some reviews, but I have also seen some reviews suggest that it is end-loaded. What are your views on how balanced this bat really is? Paul
My son is 65 lbs 4.6 ft tall. Currently playing with a 29/19 -10 marucci. He needs a 30” but I’m not sure what to buy him. He wants this bat but could it be too heavy for him? Do you know if the specifications USSSA is approved for all fast pitch baseball? Monika Prewett
Is it ok to hit the Cat 8 in cold weather? Vinnie
My 12 year old presently swings a 28" -10 bat. He is 4'11" and 85 lbs. He's in the 6th grade. I wonder whether he should size up to a 29" -8 bat such as this Marucci CAT8 -8? Billy Q
Trying to decide between the CAT 7 and CAT 8 for my 10 year old, 4’ 8”, 77 lbs. What are the enhancements that give the CAT 8 an advantage over the CAT 7? BADtheDad03
My son is 4'10" and 85lbs. He is 11 years old playing 11U travel. I believe 30" is the correct length, based on your bat coach tool, but am trying to decide between the drop 8 or drop 10. What do you recommend? Dave D
Debating on this bat for our 11 year old. We just received the Cat 8 -10 and he says it feels light. He is 5’1” tall and 112 lbs. Any advice is appreciated! Tami
Is it necessary to break in my sons new Marucci CAT 8 baseball bat? Daniel Ries
My son has an older Marucci Hex 31"/21 oz. He is now 12 and about 5'4" tall, 135 lbs. I am considering moving him to a heavier bat like a drop 8 and going to a 30" bat as he has to transition to a drop 5 next year. Is the Cat 8 going to be the most similar to the Hex and what would be others to consider in a drop 8? David Bybee
Is the size of "large sweet spot" in this cat 8 -8 the same as the "sweet spot" for the Buster Posey model? Are the dimensions of barrel the same? Charles
What is the difference between the CAT 7 and the CAT 8? David
What is the best drop 8 for HR derby? I'm thinking the CAT or Zen, I might be wrong on both. Or, is there something else? Stephen
Is it true that the bat is not suppose to be used below 60 degrees? Ernest
How does the CAT -8 compare with the Louisville Slugger Prime 919 -8 in 29 length? Justin
How does this bat compare to the Marucci CAT 8 -8 composite? Vinny
Any difference from Cat 8 drop 8 or Posey pro metal drop 8? frank
My son swings a CF Zen composite bat that is a 30/22 (-8), but I have heard aluminum feels heavier. Should I order the Drop 8 or Drop 10? He is 5 foot and weighs 86 pounds and just transitioned to a Drop 8 two months ago. Deidra Holliday
My son will be 14 next summer. He currently is 5'11" and 135 lbs. What would be the best bat for him in Babe Ruth League? David Kearbey
Do they make it in 2 5/8 barrel? Ed diller
Will weight factor in getting a new bat? Cohen M
These bats cannot be used in Cal Ripken correct? Jake
My son has only played LL with USA bats. Transitioning to travel ball and middle school ball. He's 13, 5'8" and average build. Has never swung anything heavier than a -10. Last season he used a Rawlings Velo 32/22. Would this Cat8 be too drastic a change? And do you recommend USSSA or BBCOR? Rafael
My son is in a 9u travel baseball tournament. Is the CAT8 -8 a legal bat? Joseph Giovanisci
About the Brand
At Marucci, they make their products the same way you play baseball: Hard work, determination, and attention to detail. This product is handcrafted. We are committed to never releasing a product before it meets the standard set forth by our wood bat. Our process is proven. The only way to achieve perfection is to accept nothing else. We first have gloves to Big Leaguers in our inner circle to break in and critique - knowing the extreme situations they would be put in. Players like Chase Utley allowed us to comprehend what a player needs and looks for in an ideal fielding glove. The Marucci player advisory board was integral in testing, tweaking, and ulitmatley perfecting the glove line to have the feel and features that matter to players. Understanding this professional standard of perfection has allowed us to handcraft a performance product that will last consistently maximize your game. Handcrafted, one by one, with the highest quality materials, for superior quality and feel, these gloves will require a gradual break-in period which provides a longer lasting form and shape. Professionally Inspired. Precision Crafted. Marucci: Honor the Game.
Bat Properties
Approved For | USSSA |
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Barrel Diameter | 2 3/4 |
Baseball Bats | Youth |
Bat Construction | One-Piece |
Bat Type | Baseball |
Color | Red White Grey |
Deals | Personalization Eligible Closeout Bats Bat Bros Bat Picks |
Length to Weight Ratio | - 8 |
Material | Aluminum |
Series | CAT8 |
Swing Weight | Balanced |
Vendor | Marucci |
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