The 2025 MLB season has seen a notable uptick in the use of torpedo bats, especially highlighted by the New York Yankees' strong performance. Despite some controversy over these unconventional bats, which are engineered for enhanced contact, MLB commissioner Rob Manfred supports their introduction as a positive sign of baseball's cultural significance. Other league figures, like Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, express openness to innovative approaches that players believe help improve performance, despite the sport's traditional nature. The bats are confirmed to adhere to league regulations, sparking discussions about baseball's evolution in the competitive landscape.
"They're absolutely good for baseball. I believe that issues like the torpedo bat and the debate around it demonstrate the fact that baseball still occupies a unique place in our culture..."
"I wouldn't say totally surprising... But I do think that trying to figure out any competitive advantage, maximize something... is not a bad thing."
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