2024 Marucci CATX2 Connect -5 USSSA Baseball Bat MSBCCX25

Meticulously calibrated to push the limits of performance, the CATX2 Connect continues a legacy of athlete-driven advancements and exceptional engineering. Each drop weight of the CATX2 Connect has been optimized for maximum energy transfer, performance, and feel with specific composite handle stiffnesses and custom-molded tapers. The CATX2 Connect now features patented anti-vibration technology in the knob, connection, and endcap to absorb virtually all vibrations for the smoothest feeling bat on the market. Not just built better, built different. FEATURES CATX2 CONNECT -5 Model Number: MSBCCX25 • Two-Piece Hybrid Construction: S-Series composite handle with AZR alloy barrel designed for power • Power Loaded Barrel: end-loaded, high M.O.I. barrel designed for effortless power • Liquid-Gel System: patented anti-vibration technology features the optimal amount of liquid-gel in the knob and endcap to reduce and absorb vibrations from both ends of the bat, creating a smooth, solid feel during contact • OLS Connection: one-of-a-kind design connects the barrel to the handle from the outside in, creating the stiffest connection available, while dismissing virtually all vibrations on contact for the strongest, smoothest swing yet • S-30 Composite Handle: based on performance data and player feedback, the handle is 10% less stiff than the CATX Connect handle, offering more whip and transferring less vibration on contact • AZR Aluminum: responsive, durable alloy provides better feel, more forgiveness, and more performance • Multi-Variable Wall Design: expanded sweet spot and thinner walls for more forgiving off-centered performance • Ring-Free Barrel Construction: allows for more barrel flex and increased performance with no "dead" spots • Custom-Molded Handle Taper: ergonomically designed for each weight drop for a better fit, more bat control, and a better overall feel between athlete and bat. Designed to be easily removable to fit athletes’ preferences • Enhanced Soft-Touch Grip: debossed pattern creates improved feel and control • 2-3/4" barrel • USSSA 1.15 BPF certified • One-year warranty included