{"product_id":"louisville-slugger-meta-usssa-baseball-bat","title":"Used 2021 Louisville Slugger Meta Baseball Bat | USSSA | Drop -5, 31in\/26oz | SLMTB5-21","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;\"\u003eLouisville Slugger Meta\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e is the bat that changed the composite game, known for its massive barrel and the most balanced swing weight in the elite USSSA category. At \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eDugout Pros\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e, we’ve seen the Meta become a favorite for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eConnecticut travel ball players\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e who need to bridge the gap to high school BBCOR play. Featuring the EKO™ Composite barrel and the patented VCX2™ Connection System, this 31-inch, -5 model allows for independent movement between the handle and barrel, virtually eliminating vibration. If you want a bat that offers a huge sweet spot and a smooth, effortless feel through the zone, the Meta 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\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Dugout Pros Lab\" href=\"https:\/\/dugoutpros.com\/pages\/the-dugout-pros-lab\" style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003eThe Dugout Pros Lab\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\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 2021 Louisville Slugger Meta (SLMTB5-21)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 31 Inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 26 Ounces\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrop:\u003c\/strong\u003e -5\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertification:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSSA BPF 1.15 (Travel Ball Legal)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBarrel Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2 5\/8\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBat Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three-Piece Composite\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSwing Feel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced\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): 3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRating Name: \u003cspan style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eStandard Performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThis Meta has seen several seasons of elite travel ball and is fully broken in. It passed our Lab compression testing, confirming the EKO composite barrel still delivers reliable, sanctioned pop for game or practice use.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBCR (Barrel Condition Rating): 3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRating Name: \u003cspan style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eAverage Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eShows standard signs of play including paint chips, ball marks, and surface scuffing common for a high-end composite bat. Our structural inspection confirms no cracks or \"dead\" spots in the barrel.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBGR (Bat Grip Rating): 1\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRating Name: \u003cspan style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eReplacement Required\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003csmall\u003eThe original LS grip is worn and has lost its tackiness. We strongly recommend a fresh wrap to ensure you maintain total control over the Meta's massive barrel during high-velocity swings.\u003c\/small\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOBR (Overall Bat Rating): 5.6\/10\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRating Name: \u003cspan style=\"color: #d32f2f;\"\u003eBattle Scarred\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"font-size: 0.9em; line-height: 1.5; color: #555;\"\u003eThis Louisville Slugger Meta carries a 5.6\/10 OBR, placing it in our Battle Scarred category. Calculated as ((3x.55)+(3x.35)+(1x.1))x2, this score reflects a bat that balances Standard Performance with visible on-field history. Because it requires a new grip, this is an elite value-buy for a player looking to move into a -5 Meta—one of the most expensive bats on the market—at a fraction of the cost.\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 Meta is designed for maximum barrel control. When moving to a -5, focus on maintaining your bat speed—the balanced feel of the EKO composite is engineered to help you make that transition without sacrificing your swing mechanics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Louisville Slugger","offers":[{"title":"31” 26oz","offer_id":47269156258018,"sku":null,"price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0783\/3459\/1202\/files\/fe00c9cf-1812-48dd-bcf2-21d63bb403ec_741af2db-8e70-4db0-bfd7-67875e1281e0.png?v=1767572357","url":"https:\/\/dugoutpros.com\/products\/louisville-slugger-meta-usssa-baseball-bat","provider":"Dugout Pros","version":"1.0","type":"link"}