Best Wood Bats 2027
The top wood bats of 2027, ranked by our honest six-point scorecard — not by who paid us. The best wood bats — pro-grade maple, birch and ash — ranked on grain quality, feel, pop and durability.
2027 Wood Bats — FAQ
What is the best wood bat for 2027?
Our #1 pick is the 2027 DeMarini Velvet Thunder D38 Wood Bat — we score it 7.9/10 (Grade B). DeMarini's D38 wood composite — a Pro Maple barrel reinforced by an internal composite rod, mid-loaded with a mammoth barrel profile, BBCOR .50 certified, and backed by a 365-day warranty rare in wood. Independent reviewers call the Velvet Thunder the best wood composite on the market.
How many 2027 wood bats did you rank?
We rank 7 2027 wood bats here, ordered by our six-category scorecard — sweet spot, pop, swing weight, feel, durability and value.
Are these rankings paid for?
No. The order comes from our scorecard and 30 years in the bat industry, never pay-to-play. We may earn a commission on purchases, but it never changes a ranking.