The New York Yankees’ torpedo bats are making waves across Major League Baseball after their record-breaking offensive performance. These uniquely designed bats contributed to a historic night, as the Yankees smashed nine home runs in a dominant 20-9 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers.

The torpedo bats, developed by former Yankees analyst and MIT physicist Aaron Leanhardt, feature a redistribution of wood mass closer to the handle. This innovative design aims to expand the sweet spot, potentially increasing bat speed and contact quality.

Several Yankees players, including Cody Bellinger, Paul Goldschmidt, and Anthony Volpe, have embraced the new bat model, crediting it for their recent success at the plate. Meanwhile, reactions around the league remain mixed. Brewers’ pitcher Trevor Megill criticized the bats, suggesting they resemble equipment used in slow-pitch softball. Others, like Brewers’ first baseman Rhys Hoskins, expressed curiosity about their effectiveness.

Despite concerns, MLB officials have confirmed that the torpedo bats comply with existing regulations, ensuring they remain in play. However, as the Yankees continue to dominate offensively, the debate over the fairness and impact of torpedo bats in MLB is just beginning.