Rutto Bats was featured on Spectrum News 1 in April 2025, highlighting the company’s handcrafted wooden baseball bats and its involvement in the growing interest surrounding torpedo bats.

Reporter Dan Reidy visited the Holyoke, Massachusetts, manufacturer to meet founders Kipngetich Rutto and Mindy Couture and learn more about their work.

From Wood to the Baseball Diamond

The feature takes viewers through the bat-making process, including lumber selection, quality testing, customization, and finishing.

Rutto Bats produces equipment for a wide range of players, from tee-ball participants to professional athletes.

The report also explores the company’s commitment to quality control, including the ink-dot testing used to inspect wood grain.

Exploring New Bat Designs

With torpedo bats attracting attention in Major League Baseball, Rutto Bats has been working to bring this distinctive design to players interested in different bat profiles.

The coverage offers a closer look at how the family-owned business combines traditional woodworking knowledge with changing player needs.

Watch or read the full feature: Rutto Bats Making Torpedo Bats in Massachusetts — Spectrum News 1

Source: Spectrum News 1, April 4, 2025

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