Bat Rule Change for Jan 1, 2017

Baseball Canada has laid out a new rule for U13 (Pee Wee) effective January 1, 2017. This rule has been brought forward by one year as Little League in the USA is changing bat regulations for January 1, 2018. Baseball Saskatchewan has adopted the rule for U13 (Pee Wee).

Pee Wee

  • Maximum barrel of 2-3/4
  • Drop limit no more than -10

The 2016 rule had a maximum barrel size of 2-5/8. These bats are still legal for play but going forward Pee Wee sized bats sold will likely be 2-3/4.

Mosquito

  • Maximum barrel of 2-3/4
  • No drop limit

The 2016 rule had a maximum barrel size of 2-1/4. This change will have an effect on bat acquisition for both Zones and personal buys. Please noteā€¦2-1/4 barrel bats will continue to be legal.