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Features

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  • 2 5/8 Inch Barrel Diameter

  • Drop -5 Length-To-Weight Ratio

  • Balanced Swing Weight

  • One-Piece, Alloy Baseball Bat

  • Displays USSSA (New 'Fastpitch Only'), USA Softball (ASA), NSA, ISA, ISF & WBSC Certifications

  • Colorway: Black | Gold | White

  • CORTECH™ — Generates a wider sweet spot and reduced MOI for more power, forgiveness, and a faster swing speed for better performance at the plate.

  • Hot Metal™ Alloy — A stronger alloy that allows for thinner walls, which leads to more pop and distance, without sacrificing durability.

  • Optimized End Cap — Great sound on batted balls, while also positively affecting the bat's sweet spot to give you more pop.

  • Speed-Helix Grip — Designed to provide comfort and durability.

  • Full Twelve (12) Month Manufacturer's Warranty

Description

Mizuno Hot Metal -5 USSSA Baseball Bat: B26-HOTMETAL5
The Mizuno Hot Metal -5 USSSA Baseball Bat is built for power hitters looking for a balanced swing and explosive performance. Take your game to the next level!

Bat Benefits
The Mizuno Hot Metal -5 USSSA Baseball Bat is designed for players who want to maximize their swing speed and power. With a 2 5/8-inch barrel diameter and a -5 length-to-weight ratio, this bat is perfect for younger or developing players who need a balanced swing. The one-piece alloy construction provides a solid feel and a fast swing, with the added benefit of CORTECH™ technology. This innovation optimizes the sweet spot, reduces the moment of inertia (MOI), and enhances swing speed for more forgiveness on off-center hits. Additionally, the Hot Metal™ alloy construction offers a stronger build that allows for thinner barrel walls, delivering more pop and distance without sacrificing durability. The optimized end cap helps improve performance, adding a powerful sound to every hit while expanding the sweet spot for more consistent hits. Equipped with a Speed-Helix Grip, this bat offers excellent comfort and control, making it easier for players to maintain a firm grip throughout their swing. Approved for play in USSSA, USA Softball, NSA, and other leagues, this bat is the perfect choice for competitive play. Plus, with a full 12-month manufacturer's warranty, you can purchase with confidence.

Warranty

Mizuno places great importance on customer satisfaction. To demonstrate their commitment, they provide a one-year manufacturer's warranty on this bat. If you've bought the bat from us and encounter any problems, please contact the Bat Experts. They'll guide you through the steps to initiate a warranty replacement with Mizuno.

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About the Brand

Mizuno USA, Inc.'s roots stem from its parent company Mizuno Corporation. Mizuno Corporation was established in Osaka, Japan in 1906 by Rihachi Mizuno. Today, Mizuno USA is located in Norcross, GA and continues to manufacture and distribute golf, baseball, softball, running, track & field and volleyball equipment, apparel, footwear and now pickleball for international markets.

Since Mizuno's founding in 1906, we at Mizuno have taken special pride and pleasure in being able to participate in the exciting world of sports and in making the entire globe the stage for our activities. Each and every one of us is guided by the ideal of true sportsmanship. That was true nearly 100 years ago and is still true today. It is evident in our corporate philosophy, which, simply stated, is "To contribute to society through the advancement of sports and quality sporting goods." This philosophy is clearly reflected in our strong support of numerous worldwide sport events and in our dedication to advancing sports through cutting-edge technology and research.

Mizuno's product development strategy is to create products with features that enhance athlete performance and are unique to only Mizuno. These technological advancements make our sporting equipment and apparel go the extra mile and keep you in tip top playing form no matter the sport or the conditions. Whether it's our Breath Thermo® line of clothing which generates heat from the absorption of moisture to keep you warm in cooler temperatures, to our line of Arctic Touch™ garments that expels heat and moisture generated by the body during exercise to keep your body cool and comfortable, your comfort and performance are at the forefront of our innovation. From the diamond to the track, from the court to the fairway, Mizuno's commitment to Serious Performance shines through.

Today, the high-quality equipment that only Mizuno can produce are relied upon by athletes throughout the world. We produce superior quality equipment for serious performance, through the artful combination of technology and craftsmanship. Because, at Mizuno, your passion is our obsession.

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2026 Mizuo Hot Metal -5 USSSA Baseball Bat: B26-HOTMETAL5

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