2027 Rawlings Icon The Chosen One BBCOR Bat Review
The 2027 carryover of Rawlings' premium Icon spin-off, The Chosen One again pairs the In/Tense carbon barrel with a tuned end-load for power hitters; now shipping.
Same bat, lower price. The 2026 Icon The Chosen One is a very similar bat and usually sells for less → $300The 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: First-pass score, clearly labeled: no independent 2027 testing data exists yet. Anchored directly to the 2026 Chosen One (RBB6IONE3, rated 8.7 with us), with feel and durability trimmed slightly pending confirmation that construction is unchanged. Will revisit at launch.
Our Review
The 2027 Icon The Chosen One BBCOR (RBB7IONE3) is now shipping at $399.99 with a one-year warranty. Retailer specs describe a one-piece composite with a seamless carbon structure from knob to end cap, an In/Tense carbon barrel, RevGrip handle and a 2 5/8" barrel, consistent with the 2026 Chosen One's build. It pairs that barrel with a tuned end-load for power hitters who want extra barrel mass without a fully loaded swing weight. No independent exit-velocity or durability testing exists yet for the 2027 version and there are no customer reviews. Baseball Bat Bros' BBCOR rankings place The Chosen One at #7, one spot ahead of the standard Icon (#8), which fits how we score the pair, though that entry is not confirmed as the 2027 model. We anchor the score to the 2026 Chosen One (8.7) and will revisit when 2027 testing appears.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Seamless In/Tense carbon barrel delivers an aggressive, deep sweet spot on the proven Icon platform
- Tuned end-load gives power hitters extra barrel mass while staying swingable
- Same platform as the well-reviewed 2026 edition, now in a fresh colorway/model number
Cons
- End-load suits stronger hitters more than contact-first swings
- No independent testing of the 2027 edition yet; score is a first pass anchored to the 2026 edition
Full Specifications
| Brand | Rawlings |
|---|---|
| Model | Icon The Chosen One |
| Model Year | 2027 |
| Certification | BBCOR |
| Sport | Baseball |
| Construction | One-piece composite (seamless In/Tense Carbon barrel, Zero Loss Energy handle flex) |
| Model # | RBB7IONE3 |
| Drop | -3 |
| Barrel | 2 5/8" |
| Swing Weight | Slight end-load |
| MSRP | $399.99 |
Where to Buy
2027 Rawlings Icon The Chosen One BBCOR Bat — FAQ
Is the 2027 Rawlings Icon The Chosen One a good BBCOR bat?
We rate it 8.7/10 (Grade A). The 2027 carryover of Rawlings' premium Icon spin-off, The Chosen One again pairs the In/Tense carbon barrel with a tuned end-load for power hitters; now shipping.
What drops does the Icon The Chosen One come in?
The 2027 Icon The Chosen One BBCOR comes in -3.
Is the Rawlings Icon The Chosen One 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 Icon The Chosen One cost?
MSRP is $399.99. 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 product listing — RBB7IONE3 · CheapBats — 2027 Rawlings Icon The Chosen One BBCOR (RBB7IONE3) · Baseball Bat Bros — BBCOR rankings (Chosen One #7, Icon #8)