Randy Johnson is credited with bringing the necklace, produced by a Japanese company, stateside. According to the New York Times, he visited Japan in 2001 on an All-Star tour and started the trend, which surged following the 2004 World Series-winning Red Sox team wearing them and continued for the rest of the decade.

The Mariners skipper took some time before a game against the Detroit Tigers to discuss the new style of bats being used around the league.

For instance, Brewers pitcher Trevor Megill expressed doubt, comparing the bats to slow-pitch softball equipment and questioning their place in professional baseball. Despite the controversy, MLB has deemed torpedo bats legal, as they comply with Rule 3. ...

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The New York Yankees' second baseman had a message Monday for any fans upset about the team's new bat revolution.

Giancarlo Stanton said he plans to use the torpedo bat when he returns from the IL and won't blame the bat for his injuries.