2024 Marucci CATX2 Connect -8 USSSA Baseball Bat MSBCCX28

Meticulously calibrated to push the limits of performance, the CATX2 Connect continues a legacy of athlete-driven advancements and exceptional engineering. Each drop weight of the CATX2 Connect has been optimized for maximum energy transfer, performance, and feel with specific composite handle stiffnesses and custom-molded tapers. The CATX2 Connect now features patented anti-vibration technology in the knob, connection, and endcap to absorb virtually all vibrations for the smoothest feeling bat on the market. Not just built better, built different.

CATX2 CONNECT -8

Model Number: MSBCCX28

• Two-Piece Hybrid Construction: S-Series composite handle with AZR alloy barrel designed for power

• Power Loaded Barrel: end-loaded, high M.O.I. barrel designed for effortless power

• Liquid-Gel System: patented anti-vibration technology features the optimal amount of liquid-gel in the knob and endcap to reduce and absorb vibrations from both ends of the bat, creating a smooth, solid feel during contact

• OLS Connection: one-of-a-kind design connects the barrel to the handle from the outside in, creating the stiffest connection available, while dismissing virtually all vibrations on contact for the strongest, smoothest swing yet

• S-25 Composite Handle: based on performance data and player feedback, the handle is 15% less stiff than the CATX Connect handle, offering more whip and transferring less vibration on contact

• AZR Aluminum: responsive, durable alloy provides better feel, more forgiveness, and more performance

• Multi-Variable Wall Design: expanded sweet spot and thinner walls for more forgiving off-centered performance

• Ring-Free Barrel Construction: allows for more barrel flex and increased performance with no "dead" spots

• Custom-Molded Handle Taper: ergonomically designed for each weight drop for a better fit, more bat control, and a better overall feel between athlete and bat. Designed to be easily removable to fit athletes’ preferences

• Enhanced Soft-Touch Grip: debossed pattern creates improved feel and control

• 2-3/4" barrel

• USSSA 1.15 BPF certified

• One-year warranty included