2027 Louisville Slugger Select PWR Tigershark BBCOR Bat Review
A limited-edition "Tigershark" colorway of the Louisville Slugger Select PWR — the same end-loaded, EXD alloy power barrel, dressed in an olive-green, tan and red graphic. It's the Select PWR we've already reviewed, just a rare paint run, so it carries the same score as our Select PWR review.
Same bat, limited graphics. This is a special edition of the 2026 Louisville Slugger Select PWR BBCOR — see that review for the full scorecard and specs →The Score
How we score ↗How big and forgiving the barrel is — based on barrel length, construction (one- vs two-piece, alloy vs composite), and how it plays on balls hit off the center. A primary driver of the overall score.
Raw exit velocity and distance. We use measured numbers from freely available independent testing when they exist; otherwise construction and consensus, judged against the certification’s performance ceiling. A primary driver of the overall score.
Comfort and feedback on contact — vibration dampening from the knob/connection, the sting of a stiff one-piece vs a smooth two-piece, and the sound off the barrel. A primary driver of the overall score.
How well it holds up and how the company stands behind it — documented cracking/denting reports, cold-weather behavior, and the brand’s real warranty record. Good to know, but weighted lightly in the score.
Our take on price-for-performance — the overall package weighed against its cost and what comparable bats run. Shown for context; it is NOT factored into the overall score (price changes too often and is personal).
Why this score: Mechanically identical to the 2026 Louisville Slugger Select PWR BBCOR in a limited colorway, so we carry that bat's tested scorecard here. See the 2026 Louisville Slugger Select PWR BBCOR review for the full per-category rationale.
Our Review
The Select PWR Tigershark is a limited-edition graphics run of Louisville Slugger's Select PWR BBCOR. Mechanically it's the same power bat we've already rated: an end-loaded EXD alloy barrel on a dampened hybrid build, made to reward bat speed with top-of-class exit velocity. What's new is the look — a limited olive-green, tan and red "Tigershark" paint job — not the performance, which Louisville bills as the same legendary Select PWR. Because it's the same bat under the paint, it carries the scorecard from our Select PWR review. The same caveats carry over too: this is the brand whose warranty service draws complaints for slow turnarounds, occasionally resolved with store credit toward another bat rather than the same model when stock runs short, so we'd weigh that before paying a limited-edition premium.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Built on the proven Select PWR power platform: end-loaded EXD alloy barrel
- Hybrid build dampens sting on a heavy, power-first swing
- Eye-catching limited "Tigershark" colorway
Cons
- Same Louisville warranty concern: slow claims, sometimes store credit instead of a like replacement
- End-load is too much for contact and younger hitters
- Limited run — expect it to sell out and carry a premium
Full Specifications
| Brand | Louisville Slugger |
|---|---|
| Model | Select PWR Tigershark |
| Model Year | 2027 |
| Certification | BBCOR |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Construction | Hybrid (EXD alloy barrel, composite handle), end-loaded |
| Model # | WBL2700201 |
| Drop | -3 |
| Barrel | 2 5/8" |
| Swing Weight | End-loaded |
| MSRP | $399 |
Where to Buy
2027 Louisville Slugger Select PWR Tigershark BBCOR Bat — FAQ
Is the 2027 Louisville Slugger Select PWR Tigershark a good BBCOR bat?
We rate it 8.1/10 (Grade A). A limited-edition "Tigershark" colorway of the Louisville Slugger Select PWR — the same end-loaded, EXD alloy power barrel, dressed in an olive-green, tan and red graphic. It's the Select PWR we've already reviewed, just a rare paint run, so it carries the same score as our Select PWR review.
What drops does the Select PWR Tigershark come in?
The 2027 Select PWR Tigershark BBCOR comes in -3.
Is the Louisville Slugger Select PWR Tigershark BBCOR-legal?
Yes — it's BBCOR certified by the WSU Sports Science Lab. Certified to the BBCOR .50 standard — the barrel is regulated to perform like wood, so it’s legal for high school and college.
How much does the 2027 Select PWR Tigershark cost?
MSRP is $399. We list the lowest price across CheapBats and Amazon on this page.
New to buying bats? Read our bat sizing guide, certifications explained, or browse all guides.
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Sources: JustBats — Louisville Slugger Select PWR Tigershark BBCOR (WBL2700201), limited edition, end-loaded EXD alloy barrel, $399 · Louisville Slugger non-wood bat limited warranty (1-year)