Asics, on the hand of pitcher Shohei Ohtani, looks like it could compete in the MLB if the brand really wanted to.
Will any position players take Asics for their gamer? Will Ohtani ever play the field? The glove brand 44Pro, worn by Justin Bour and Franmil Reyes of the Padres, has established itself as a high quality and affordable alternative to the bigger brands.
Its notable though, that Springer continues to use his synthetic glove, the last remnant of an effort from Nike to shake up the glove industry by making gloves with materials borrowed from their shoes.
That difference, quite simply, is All-Star Sporting Goods. Here we show you a position-by-position breakdown of web usage. Infielders predominantly use an I-Web glove, and eight out of ten outfielders prefer an H-Web.
The I-Web continues to dominate the hearts of middle infielders, including shortstops, with seven out of ten shortstops choosing an I-Web glove.
We think the difference is strictly cosmetic. Trea Turner, on the other hand, likes the single post, along with Jose Iglesias and Carlos Correa who we also interviewed on our YouTube channel. Ultimately, the I-Web pictured above on Platinum Glove winner Matt Chapman has been the favorite at third base since we started keeping track in The single post, which has historically been the third most popular third base web, lost 13 points of market share four total third basemen since last year, but is still used regularly by Alex Bregman, as well as Evan Longoria.
Its worth mentioning that we also saw Bregman with an I-Web at points during the season. Most of the time, though, he wore the pictured Easton single post, which is available at this link. The H-Web is the I-Web of the infield. Best Overall:. Crafted for long-lasting wear, the glove has deer-tanned cowhide lining on the palm and full-grain leather lining the fingers.
Best Budget:. The synthetic composition makes it lightweight, durable, and a ultra-soft to the touch. Best Splurge:. A top-of-the-line choice, it's fully customizable and made with the highest quality leather offered by the brand. Best Youth:. Designed to suit any position, this genuine leather glove is great for youths who are still exploring all positions.
Best for Kids:. The soft material and flexible structure will support your kids' game while ensuring a comfortable fit. Best Infield:. The glove boasts a low-profile heel, which makes the pocket shallower and more flexible than most.
Best Outfield:. Thanks to its deep pocket and flexible webbing, it's designed to make catching a breeze. Best Pitcher:. It features a closed webbing between the thumb and forefinger for those throws from the catcher. Best Catcher:. Lined with ample padding and equipped with shock-absorbing pad lines, it will protect your hand through hours of play. Best First Base:. With a round silhouette and open webbing, it's great for scooping up ground balls and softening the blow of speedy throws.
In This Article Expand. Our Picks. What to Look For. Why Trust Verywell Fit? Best Overall: Rawlings View On Dick's. Pros Made with quality leather Lightweight but durable Easy to break in. Cons Suitable for outfielders only May be too soft. Pros Customizable Lightweight but durable Easy to break in. Cons Made with synthetic leather Softer composition. Pros Customizable Made with quality leather Available in 18 colors. Cons Expensive Must customize. The 10 Best Batting Gloves of Pros Made with genuine leather Soft and lightweight Moisture-wicking interior Suitable for any position.
Cons Not ideal for catching May be too soft May lack durability. Pros Made with comfortable mesh Flexible Comes with a matching tee ball. Cons Best for kids. The 8 Best Youth Baseball Bats of Best Infield: Wilson A Series Pros Made with quality leather Already broken-in Shallow, flexible pocket. The glove also touts a quick break-in period, making this a glove that will last for years.
The fielding glove is made with premium Japanese Kip leather and reinforced with double lace, making it a favorite for MLB players like Hamels. The construction assures the glove will never break down when you need it to handle a difficult fly ball or hot ground ball.
The Pro Select series is unique as only gloves are made for the public with each model. Position-specific, the team at Mizuno has crafted gloves that are known for their extraordinary feel and durability. Nike is very clearly minimizing their footprint on the baseball glove market. One Nike-sponsored athlete told me at Spring Training last year that Nike had taken back the gloves that were given to him in years past.
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