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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 Baseball and Softball Bags for 2021 Reviewed
• Best Baseball Helmets for 2021 Reviewed
• Best Baseball Cleats for 2021 Reviewed
• Best Softball Cleats for 2021 Reviewed
• Best Catcher's Mitts for 2021 Reviewed
• Best Wood Bats for 2021 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