2024 Marucci Anthony Rizzo Pro Model Maple Wood Bat Review
Marucci's Anthony Rizzo pro model maple — a balanced gamer profile in pro-grade maple at $99.99.
The Score
How we score ↗The grade, density and grain of the billet — slope-of-grain, ink-dot certification, and whether it’s a true pro-cut. The headline for a wood bat. A primary driver of the overall score.
Barrel size and the turn-model profile (110/243/271/I13 and the like) — how much hitting surface and forgiveness the shape gives you.
How the wood feels and sounds at contact — the flex/stiffness of the handle, and the crack off a quality billet.
How well the wood holds up — density and grain quality (and, for composite wood, engineered toughness). Far more important on a wood bat than on alloy.
How hard the ball comes off for a wood bat — real, but a lighter factor here since wood isn’t about chasing max exit velocity.
Quality per dollar versus comparable pro-grade or composite wood. Shown for context; NOT factored into the overall score.
Why this score: Preliminary score from the bat's construction, class, brand and price — an honest first pass we refine as we test more and any independent lab data appears.
Our Review
Rizzo's model is a balanced, control-friendly profile with a medium barrel and a comfortable taper, cut from Marucci's pro-grade maple. It's a clean, crisp-hitting bat for hitters who value bat control and feel over raw end-load. Strong value wood at $99.99.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Pro-grade Marucci maple
- Balanced, control-friendly profile
Cons
- Less end-load carry than power profiles
- Wood durability varies piece to piece
Full Specifications
| Brand | Marucci |
|---|---|
| Model | Anthony Rizzo Pro Model Maple |
| Model Year | 2024 |
| Certification | Wood |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Construction | Pro-grade maple |
| Model # | MVE3RIZZ44-FG |
| Drop | — |
| Barrel | 2 1/2" |
| Swing Weight | Balanced |
| MSRP | $99.99 |
Where to Buy
2024 Marucci Anthony Rizzo Pro Model Maple Wood Bat — FAQ
Is the 2024 Marucci Anthony Rizzo Pro Model Maple a good Wood bat?
We rate it 8.3/10 (Grade A). Marucci's Anthony Rizzo pro model maple — a balanced gamer profile in pro-grade maple at $99.99.
How much does the 2024 Anthony Rizzo Pro Model Maple cost?
MSRP is $99.99. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
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Sources: CheapBats — CLOSEOUT Marucci Anthony Rizzo Pro Model Maple Wood Baseball Bat MVE3RIZZ44-FG