Stay hot from the first swing of Kryo2™ Empress (-11), a fastpitch softball bat built for elite slap hitters and young travel ball players ready to make an instant impact. Louisville Slugger engineers optimized Kryo2’s GO-EX+ Barrel System for a softer feel and immediate, game-ready performance. Featuring new composite materials and a larger gap between barrel walls, Kryo2 Empress (-11) offers a balanced swing weight to help hitters square up more pitches. The redesigned barrel works with the XPND Performance End Cap to create unrivaled feel and sound while you’re collecting hits. Kryo2 (-11) is not approved for college play. (The 28”- 31” (-11) models of the 2026 Kryo featured a redesigned barrel, which carries forward on the 27”- 31” (-11) 2027 Kryo2 models.)
Key Details:
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Kryo2 GO-EX+ Barrel System - Revamped for immediate performance, the Kryo2 barrel system delivers unrivaled sound and soft feel on every swing. The larger gap between composite barrel walls delivers elite energy transfer on contact. see overview for specific model details
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VTX Connection System - Allows for independent movement between the barrel and handle for a best-in-class feel with less vibration on contact.
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XPND Performance End Cap - Innovative patented design that creates a pivot for the barrel to float on, improving performance and feel toward the end of the barrel
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Balanced Swing Weight - An easy-swinging, balanced feel through the zone, helping all types of players deliver maximum pop.
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Premium LS Pro Comfort Grip™ - Applied to the handle for the added tack and cushion players love, improving comfort and bat control.
