New for the summer of 2018, Marucci is introducing their CAT8 CONNECT BBCOR Baseball Bat (-3). The CAT8 CONNECT offers a hybrid design with a carbon composite handle combined with an alloy barrel.

The Marucci CAT8 CONNECT BBCOR Baseball Bat utilizes Marucci's AZ105 Alloy and end-loads it to create maximum power for the hitter. The AZ105 Alloy construction is extremely durable and allows for thinner wall construction to increase performance. A multi-variable wall design gives the hitter an extended sweet spot and increased barrel flex in the sweet spot. The high-performing alloy combined with a huge sweet spot provides the hitter with a bat that's ready to do some damage.

Marucci's SDX EXT connection technology minimizes the vibrations felt at contact while also maintaining a certain level of stiffness that players desire. An extremely comfortable and tacky soft-touch grip helps complete the overall feel and performance of the CAT8 CONNECT.

The Marucci CAT8 CONNECT BBCOR Baseball Bat is BBCOR certified, making it eligible for high school and collegiate play.

If you are a competitive hitter who likes two-piece bat and feeling more weight at the end of the barrel, check out the Marucci CAT8 CONNECT BBCOR Baseball Bat (-3).

• AZ105 alloy, the strongest aluminum in 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
• SDX EXT, Extended Shock Dissipating Connection, increases stiffness to maintain energy transfer to the ball, while also dismissing all harsh, unwanted vibrations from players' hands
• Ring-free barrel construction allows for more barrel flex and increases performance with no "dead" spots
• Power-loaded barrel results in a higher M.O.I. and end-loaded feel for effortless power
• Two-piece hybrid design combines a carbon composite handle with the AZ105 alloy barrel for maximum power
• Professionally inspired handle features a removable taper and an ergonomic knob shape for more top-hand control and comfort
• Micro-perforated soft-touch grip with extra tack improves feel and control
• 2 5/8in. barrel diameter
• BBCOR certified