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What's the deal with the Yankees' 'torpedo bats'? And are they really a competitive advantage?

Related Topics: New York Yankees, Anthony Volpe

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NEW YORK — It’s not the wand. It’s the wizard. Or, well, maybe it’s both.

One thing is certain: The New York Yankees are not cheating. They are not breaking — or even bending — the rules. Their so-called “torpedo bats” that have gone viral in recent days are completely legal. In fact, a handful of other players around the league used the oddly shaped bats over MLB’s opening weekend. That number will almost certainly rise in the coming days.