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What exactly is the 'torpedo bat' taking the baseball world by storm?

  • Aaron Leanhardt developed the 'torpedo' bat, which helped the New York Yankees hit 15 home runs in their first three games of the 2025 season, with nine homers attributed to the bat design.
  • Leanhardt, who has a Ph.D. In physics, transitioned from teaching to baseball coaching and was hired by the Yankees in 2018.
  • The 'torpedo' bat generated significant interest among all 30 MLB teams, with requests for its use skyrocketing after the Yankees' success.
  • Yankees manager Aaron Boone stated that this new equipment could change the way bats are designed, indicating a potential shift in baseball equipment efficiency and usage.
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NBC Boston broke the news in Boston, United States on Thursday, April 3, 2025.
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