Baseball and softball parents, check your bats! Rawlings is facing a lawsuit involving certain baseball and fastpitch bats that can cost anywhere from $200 to $600.
The lawsuit claims some bats were marketed as “new and improved” or redesigned for better performance, even though the upgrades may have been primarily cosmetic.
Rawlings also sells bats under brands including Easton, Combat, Miken and Worth, so don’t assume your bat isn’t included just because it doesn’t say Rawlings.
Which Bats Are Included?
Here are the models currently listed in the lawsuit:
| Type | Bat Models and Years |
|---|---|
| BBCOR | ICON (2024 and 2025), CLOUT AI (2025), MACH AI (2025), ICON Pro Preferred (2025), Electric Unicorn (2025), MAV1 (2025), ROPE (2025) and Alpha (2023) |
| USSSA | ICON (2024 and 2025), Hype Fire (2025), MAV1 (2025), Encore (2023) and Hype-Comp (2023) |
| USA Baseball | ICON USA (2025) and Hype Fire (2025) |
| Fastpitch | Mantra 2.0, Mantra 3.0, Ghost Unlimited (2024) and Ghost (2023) |
Check the bat itself, your receipt or your online order history to confirm the model and year. A similar model from another year may not be included.
What Is the Lawsuit Claiming?
Non-wood bats generally need certification before they can be used in organized leagues.
The lawsuit claims Rawlings used a cosmetic-change certification process for certain bats — meaning the newer versions supposedly didn’t include physical changes that would affect performance.
At the same time, those bats were allegedly advertised to parents and players as having improved technology, updated components or better performance.
Basically, the lawsuit argues that families may have paid premium prices for “upgraded” bats without being told that the changes were allegedly more about appearance than performance. These are still allegations, and the case is currently going through the court.
How Much Could You Get?
ClaimMoney currently estimates this case could pay approximately $10 to $100 or more, depending on what happens with the lawsuit and whether you qualify.
Its listing asks whether you purchased a Rawlings, Easton, Combat, Miken or Worth baseball or fastpitch bat in the United States within the past four years.
What Should You Do Now?
Visit ClaimMoney.com, search Rawlings and enter your information before claim forms open.
You should also save any proof you have, including:
- Receipts or order-confirmation emails
- Screenshots from your online purchase history
- Pictures showing the bat’s model and year
- Original packaging or warranty information
Even if you don’t have the receipt anymore, check your Amazon, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Academy Sports or other retailer accounts. The purchase may still be saved there.
These bats are expensive, so this is definitely one baseball parents should check!
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Subscribe NowFrequently Asked Questions
Rawlings, plus bats it sells under the Easton, Combat, Miken and Worth brands. Don’t assume your bat isn’t included just because it doesn’t say Rawlings.
ClaimMoney currently estimates approximately $10 to $100 or more, depending on what happens with the lawsuit and whether you qualify. There are no guaranteed payments.
Check your Amazon, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Academy Sports or other retailer accounts. The purchase may still be saved in your order history.
No. These are still allegations and the case is currently going through the court.
