MLB vet Bartolo Colon confesses to using a torpedo bat for a home run
Cracking Down on the Torpedo Bat Craze Sweeping Baseball
Former Mets pitcher Bartolo Colon has weighed in on the controversial barnstorming bat trend sending shockwaves through Major League Baseball. The new bats, with their enlarged barrels, are a significant contributor to the spike in home runs this year, as teams like the Baltimore Orioles, New York Mets, and New York Yankees are smashing balls out of the park like never before.
But Bartolo, it seems, has mixed feelings about the new gear. During a recent appearance on Foul Territory, he shared his thoughts and wasn't overly optimistic about the potential for the torpedo bats to fuel his home run tally.
"I doubt it would make much of a difference," Bartolo mused, questioning whether the new bats could generate enough power for him to hit another home run in his illustrious career. After all, he's already got one of the most iconic home runs in MLB history under his belt - that flying bomb against the San Diego Padres.
As for the rest of the league, teams are catching on quick, with the New York Yankees making some heads turn early in the season with their torpedo bat prowess, and stars like Francisco Lindor and Adley Rutschman jumping aboard the trend.
Pete Alonso is another player hoping to rake in some serious dough with his bat, seeking a lucrative $35 million yearly contract, while the Chicago Cubs are said to be eyeing Kyle Tucker for a deal matching the one they offered to Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
Elsewhere, an unknown Rockies player has been making some noise by launching three homers against the Royals - and it wasn't even atCoors Field!
With fan interest peaking as they watch the ball sail into the stands, the leagues focus has shifted from corked bats to modified torpedo bats. Instead of tinkering with the inside of the bat, players are tweaking the exterior design.
Even if Bartolo isn't convinced, it's possible that the torpedo bat could help add another long ball to his impressive tally. But for the game to stay interesting, it's important to maintain a balance between power and finesse, ensuring that the joy of batting and the thrill of the home run remain in the game.
- Bartolo Colon, sharing his thoughts on the torpedo bat trend sweeping through Major League Baseball, expressed doubts about its potential to significantly boost his home run count.
- The New York Yankees, along with players like Francisco Lindor and Adley Rutschman, are embracing the torpedo bat craze, generating buzz early in the season.
- Pete Alonso is one of the players attempting to secure a lucrative contract, aiming for a $35 million annual salary, while the Chicago Cubs are rumored to be interested in Kyle Tucker for a potentially comparable deal.
- The focus of baseball leagues has shifted from corked bats to the more subtle modifications of torpedo bats, with players adjusting the exterior design to enhance performance.
