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Whether it's your first time stepping out on to the diamond or you're a seasoned player - we've got the guides to help you take your game to the next level. Learn how to shop for new baseball and softball equipment, how to keep your gear in tip-top shape, and pro tips to help increase performance on the field. Choose a guide from our topics below and get started!
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Blog
- The 30 Best Baseball Movies Ever Made
- The Best Baseball Podcasts of 2020
- The Truth Behind Who Invented Baseball
- The Longest Home Runs in Baseball History
- 150+ Common Baseball Terms
- Which Pro Baseball Player Are You?
- Fielding Face Masks Should Be Mandatory
- Which Type of Coach Are You?
Gear Guides
- The 10 Best Infielder Gloves for 2020
- Top 10 Baseball Gloves for 2020
- Choosing the Right Softball Bat Weight
- Batting Glove Sizing Guide
- Catcher’s Mitt Sizing Guide
- Best BBCOR Bats (with Reviews) for 2020
- Best Slowpitch Softball Bats (with Reviews) for 2020
- Best Baseball Bats for 2020
- Best Slowpitch Softball Gloves
- Best Fastpitch Softball Bats for 2020 Reviewed
- Best Batting Gloves for 2020
- What is the BBCOR Bat Certification?
- Top 10 Softball Gloves for 2020
- Complete Glove Care Guide
- How to Break in Your Fielding Glove
- Bat Buying Guide: How to Choose a Bat
- Glove Buying Guide
- Bat Preference: Wood, Alloy, or Composite
- The Importance of Grip - Bat Wraps & Gloves
- How to Break in a Baseball Bat
- How to Repair A Glove
- Catchers Equipment Buying Guide
- Batting Helmet Buying Guide
- Baseball and Softball Cleat Buying Guide
Rules
- NOCSAE Catcher’s Gear Certification Changes for 2020
- The Complete Guide to Pine Tar in Baseball
- Buster Posey Rule & Home Plate Collisions
- Little League Bat Rules: Rule 1.10
- Infield Fly Rule Explained
- 2018 USA Baseball Bat Guidelines
Skills & Training
- Playing Pickle or Rundown in Baseball
- What is a Sacrifice Bunt?
- Stealing Bases in Baseball: A Complete Guide
- How to Play First Base
- How to Field a Ground Ball
- Understanding and Preventing the Most Common Baseball Injuries
- How to Throw a Curveball
- Understanding Catcher Signals
- Baseball Bunt Guide
- Baseball Slide Guide
- Proper Batting Stance for Baseball Players
- Preventing Injury to a Pitching Arm
- Protecting the Plate
- How to Play Outfield... It's Not As Easy As You May Think!
- Staying Fit in the Off-Season
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Bat Guides
- Best BBCOR Bats (with Reviews) for 2020
- What is the BBCOR Bat Certification?
- Best Baseball Bats for 2020
- Best Fastpitch Softball Bats for 2020 Reviewed
- Best Slowpitch Softball Bats (with Reviews) for 2020
- 2018 USA Baseball Bat Guidelines
- Bat Buying Guide: How to Choose a Bat
- Bat Preference: Wood, Alloy, or Composite
- The Importance of Grip - Bat Wraps & Gloves
- How to Break in a Baseball Bat
Glove Guides
- Top 10 Baseball Gloves for 2020
- The 10 Best Infielder Gloves for 2020
- Top 10 Softball Gloves for 2020
- Best Slowpitch Softball Gloves
- Glove Buying Guide
- Complete Glove Care Guide
- How to Break in Your Fielding Glove
- How to Repair A Glove
Protective Gear Guides
- Catchers Equipment Buying Guide
- NOCSAE Standard for Commotio Cordis Rules for 2020
- Batting Helmet Buying Guide
Footwear and Accessory Guides