{"title":"Shop Minor \u0026 Major League Bats (Ages 16-18+) | Dugout Pros","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"collection-description\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- Top Navigation Link --\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"text-decoration: none; font-weight: bold; color: #d32f2f;\" href=\"https:\/\/dugoutpros.com\"\u003e← \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dugoutpros.com\/collections\/shop-by-age-group\" title=\"Shop By Age Collection\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBack to Shop By Age Group\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eMinor \u0026amp; Major League Prospect Bats (Ages 16\/18+)\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt \u003cstrong\u003eDugout Pros\u003c\/strong\u003e, we cater to the elite tier of the \u003cstrong\u003eConnecticut baseball community\u003c\/strong\u003e—players preparing for professional scouts or collegiate showcases. This collection features top-of-the-line \u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Grade Wood Bats\u003c\/strong\u003e and elite \u003cstrong\u003eBBCOR\u003c\/strong\u003e models. Whether you are hitting in a wood-bat prospect league or preparing for the draft, we provide the tools required for professional-level performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fcfcfc; padding: 20px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; border-radius: 8px; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"margin-top: 0; color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eThe Dugout Pros \"Pro-Vetted\" Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eAt this level, equipment failure isn't an option. Every bat in this collection—especially our \u003ca title=\"MLB Ink Dot Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/dugoutpros.com\/collections\/mlb-ink-dot\"\u003eMLB Ink Dot Collection\u003c\/a\u003e—undergoes a \u003cstrong\u003estructural stress test\u003c\/strong\u003e. For wood bats, we inspect grain straightness and \"ink dots\" to ensure your lumber meets professional standards for durability and safety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProfessional Grade Sizing \u0026amp; Material Chart\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost players at this level have standardized on a \u003cstrong\u003e33\" or 34\"\u003c\/strong\u003e bat. The choice now comes down to wood species (Maple vs. Ash vs. Birch) and weight distribution (End-Loaded vs. Balanced).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto;\"\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; margin-bottom: 20px; background: #fff;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"background-color: #333; color: #fff; text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eBat Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eCommon Lengths\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eMaterial Benefit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding: 12px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePlayer Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePro Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e33\" - 34\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eDense \u0026amp; Hard; Max Power\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePower Hitters (High Exit Velo)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eYellow Birch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e32\" - 34\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFlex of Ash + Hardness of Maple\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eGap Hitters \/ Transition Players\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eElite BBCOR\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e33\" - 34\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003ePrecision Balanced Alloy\/Comp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding: 10px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eShowcase \u0026amp; Scout League Players\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShowcase Ready: Wood vs. BBCOR\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScouts often want to see prospects swing wood to gauge true power and bat speed. We carry \u003cstrong\u003eMLB-grade wood\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cstrong\u003eVictus, Marucci, and Old Hickory\u003c\/strong\u003e, alongside \"pro-style\" BBCOR bats that mimic the feel of wood. If you're looking for the \u003cstrong\u003eAP5\u003c\/strong\u003e or the \u003cstrong\u003eRH6\u003c\/strong\u003e, we keep the most popular turn models in stock for local players who need a replacement fast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for more specialized gear? Browse our \u003ca title=\"Wood League Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/dugoutpros.com\/collections\/wood-league\"\u003eWood League Collection\u003c\/a\u003e or check our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dugoutpros.com\/pages\/the-official-baseball-bat-certification-hub-usa-usssa-bbcor-dugout-pros\" title=\"League Certification Guide Hub\"\u003eLeague Certification Guide\u003c\/a\u003e to verify your specific league rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Dugout Pros Difference: The Prospect Path\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNavigating the transition from amateur equipment to professional-grade tools is a major milestone. We provide the technical specs on \"Ink Dot\" tests and handle-to-barrel ratios that big-box stores simply don't understand. Our goal is to ensure that when you step into the box in front of a scout, your equipment is the last thing you have to worry about.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProfessional Standards FAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the \"Ink Dot\" test?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is a requirement for MLB-sanctioned maple and birch bats to prove the grain is straight, which prevents \"catastrophic\" breaks and ensures maximum bat strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Birch better than Maple?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBirch is more flexible than Maple, making it more forgiving on \"inside\" pitches while still offering a very hard hitting surface after a short break-in period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Bottom Links Section --\u003e\u003chr style=\"margin: 30px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Other Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"list-style: none; padding-left: 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Youth Bats (Ages 4-12) Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/dugoutpros.com\/collections\/youth-recreational-ages-4-12\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eYouth Bats (Ages 4-12)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Competitive Travel Ball (Ages 9-14) Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/dugoutpros.com\/collections\/competitive-travel-ball-ages-9-14\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCompetitive Travel Ball (Ages 9-14)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dugoutpros.com\/collections\/high-school-college-ages-14-22\" title=\"High School \u0026amp; College (Ages 14-22+) Collection\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHigh School \u0026amp; College (Ages 14-22+)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"marucci-handcrafted-2024-ap5-professional-model-gunship-gray-baseball-bat-used","title":"Used 2024 Marucci AP5 Maple Wood Bat | MLB Ink Dot | Drop -3, 32”\/29oz | MVE4AP5-GG","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eMarucci AP5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e is a masterpiece of craftsmanship designed for the pure power hitter. At \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDugout Pros\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, we consider this one of the most balanced yet punishing wood bats available in the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eConnecticut prospect circuit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e. Modelled after Albert Pujols' specific game-day preferences, the AP5 features a large barrel, a tapered handle, and a traditional knob that allows for a smooth, end-loaded feel. Handcrafted from top-quality maple, this bat is bone-rubbed for extreme surface hardness, ensuring that when you find the barrel, the exit velocity is unmatched. If you are looking for professional-grade lumber to use in wood-bat leagues or for draft preparation, the AP5 is the gold standard.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"color: #d32f2f; border-bottom: 2px solid #d32f2f; padding-bottom: 5px; margin-top: 30px;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dugoutpros.com\/pages\/the-dugout-pros-lab\" title=\"The Dugout Pros Lab\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eThe Dugout Pros Lab\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 20px; border-radius: 8px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTATISTICS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2024 Marucci AP5 (MVE4AP5-GG)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32 Inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 29 Ounces\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrop:\u003c\/strong\u003e -3\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e MLB Pro Grade Maple (Ink Dot Certified)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large (2.5\")\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBat Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e One-Piece Solid Wood (Maple)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwing Feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slightly End-Loaded\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-transform: uppercase; letter-spacing: 1px;\"\u003eThe Lab\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBPR (Barrel Performance Rating): 5\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRating Name: \u003cspan style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003ePeak Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThis AP5 is in pristine condition. The grain is tight and the bone-rubbed finish has preserved the explosive pop you expect from Marucci's Pro Grade Maple. It is hitting at its absolute peak performance level.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBCR (Barrel Condition Rating): 5\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRating Name: \u003cspan style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eShowroom Mint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThis barrel is as clean as they come for a used bat. Our Lab inspection shows zero signs of flaking, checking, or grain separation. The MLB Ink Dot is perfectly visible, verifying the elite grain straightness of the wood.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBGR (Bat Grip Rating): 5\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRating Name: \u003cspan style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eFactory New\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThe handle and grip area are near-mint. There is virtually no pine tar residue or batting glove wear, offering a factory-fresh feel for the player who prefers a clean, traditional wood handle.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOBR (Overall Bat Rating): 10.0\/10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRating Name: \u003cspan style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eMint Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; line-height: 1.5; color: #555;\"\u003eThis Marucci AP5 carries a perfect 10.0\/10 OBR, placing it at the top of our Mint Condition category. Calculated as ((5x.55)+(5x.35)+(5x.1))x2, this score reflects a bat that is indistinguishable from a new floor model. It offers the same elite performance and cosmetic perfection as a brand-new pro-grade wood bat but at a superior value, making it the premier choice for serious athletes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff4f4; padding: 15px; border-left: 5px solid #d32f2f;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePro-Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e The AP5 is built for hitters who like to \"whip\" the barrel through the zone. Because this bat is Ink Dot Certified, you can clearly see the slope of the grain—always make contact on the face grain for maximum durability and pop!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Marucci","offers":[{"title":"32\" \/ 29oz","offer_id":47232345047266,"sku":null,"price":159.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/3459\/1202\/files\/IMG_4669-Edited_2b661c4b-8e46-4d26-ba23-8703c9b9ad50.jpg?v=1766073805"}],"url":"https:\/\/dugoutpros.com\/collections\/minor-major-league-ball-ages-16-18.oembed","provider":"Dugout Pros","version":"1.0","type":"link"}