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Swanson has been using the new “torpedo” bat in games this season, along with second baseman Nico Hoerner.
U.S. News & World Report |
Costantini had a similar process and thought the hype surrounding the torpedo since it exploded into the baseball consciousness over the weekend was a “hoax.”
Yahoo! Sports |
Topps released a NOW card featuring Jazz Chisholm Jr. holding a torpedo bat, the new physicist-designed lumber taking over the MLB debate scene to start 2025.

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WEST SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Chicago Cubs shortstop Dansby Swanson is known for his routine and sticking with what works for him. That extends to the bat he uses. Well, at least it did. Swanson has been using the new “torpedo” bat in games this season, along with second baseman Nico Hoerner.
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