A: Our baseball and softball bat trade-in program allows you to exchange your gently-used bats for a Rawlings/Easton e-gift card that you can use toward new equipment or credit on a recent online order. It's an affordable way to upgrade your gear while giving your old bat a second life.

A: We accept aluminum, composite, wood, and hybrid baseball bats from all major manufacturers. Bats must be complete (no missing end caps or grips) and free of cracks, dents, or structural damage as detailed in the SidelineSwap condition requirements. All bats currently accepted will be listed on the trade-in site with a current trade-in value. If your bat isn’t listed on the site or doesn’t have a trade-in value, we do not currently accept it. Contact SidelineSwap Support if you believe your bat should qualify but isn't listed.

A: Trade-in values depend on several factors including the bat's age, model, condition, and current market demand on the SidelineSwap marketplace. Begin the trade-in process to see what your bat is currently worth.

A: We accept baseball and softball bats with resale value on the secondary market that also meet our trade-in condition requirements . All eligible items will display a trade-in value on the trade-in site. Trade-in values are based on current market data from sidelineswap.com and update monthly. Contact SidelineSwap Support if you believe your bat should qualify but isn't listed.

A: We want every trade-in to be successful. However, if our experts find that an item is damaged and doesn't meet the trade-in condition requirements , it has no resale value, and therefore we cannot accept it. In these rare cases, while we can't return the item, we'll ensure it's recycled or donated responsibly.

A: Our experts carefully inspect each bat upon arrival. In over 98% of cases, customers receive their quoted value. If we notice any discrepancies between the item details provided versus the actual item received (e.g., incorrect year, model, drop, certification, etc.), we will adjust the trade-in value accordingly and communicate any changes with you via email and through the trade-in site.

A: You will be issued a Rawlings/Easton e-gift card via email that can be used anytime. The e-gift card will be processed within 24 hours after the successful receipt and inspection of your trade-ins by SidelineSwap.

A: Here's the typical timeline:

Track your trade-in by clicking the link in the email you received upon submitting your trade-in or at fedex.com/tracking using your provided tracking number.

A: Shipping is free for all trade-ins!

A: We provide a FedEx Ground shipping label for all trade-ins. Simply print the label after submitting your trade-in through our site. Pack your items securely and drop off at any FedEx location.

A: You can reuse a box from a recent online order, or purchase one at any FedEx Office location.

A: Trade-in values in your quote are valid for 30 days, so please ship your trades as soon as possible. Allow at least 7 business days for shipping and inspection of your items. Any trades received and inspected after 30 days will receive the updated trade-in value at the time (which may be lower).

A: Please be sure to properly protect the bat(s) by wrapping the barrel with paper and/or bubble wrap before putting it in the box.

A: No limit! Trade in as many baseball bats as you own, as long as they display a current trade-in value on the trade-in site and meet the trade-in condition requirements.

A: Yes, you can include multiple trade-in items in a single package using one shipping label. Just be sure each item was properly registered through the trade-in site before shipping, and be sure to properly protect the bats with paper and/or bubble wrap in the box.

A: While you must be the rightful owner of the bats you are trading in, you do not need the original receipt.

A: If you have any questions about your trade-in status, please contact SidelineSwap Support here.

A: Currently the trade-in program is only available to customers living in the U.S.