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Pro Maple 280
- Maple
- Drop not stated
- Barrel 2.5 in, medium
- Handle 0.97 in, thick
- Knob flared
- Balance not stated
Facts as the maker states them, read 13 Oct 2026
Pro Maple 280 is a maple bat with a 2 1/5″ knob, 31/32″ handle and 2 1/2″ barrel. The page describes a large bell knob and says ink dots are used to check grain straightness.
| Model code | 280 |
|---|---|
| Wood | MapleWhat this meansDense and hard, the most common pro wood. Hits hard and holds up when the player squares the ball up; breaks rather than flakes when mis-hit. Quality varies a lot by maker. Tip: Maple from a good maker is the best wood bat money can buy; maple from a cheap one is the worst. |
| Barrel | Barrel: 2 1/2″What this meansThe middle of the range (about 2.45 to 2.55 in). Most pro turn models live here. Tip: A safe default when you are not sure. |
| Handle | Handle: 31/32″What this meansA handle near 1 in or more. It feels closer to a metal bat, takes sting out of mis-hits, and in wood it lasts longer. Makers recommend it for players moving from metal to wood. Tip: If your player is switching from metal to wood, start here. |
| Knob | BellWhat this meansThe handle widens into the knob like the bell of a trumpet. Players who choke up or want leverage like it; it also keeps the bottom hand from sliding off. Popular from high school up. |
| Ink dot | YesWhat this meansAn ink dot on the handle shows the maker tested the grain slope. It is required for maple and birch bats used in pro ball and is a good sign of wood selection on any bat. |
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| Source | annexbaseball.com, product page, read 13 Oct 2026 |
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