All fielders are allowed to wear a glove, which they use to catch the ball. They cannot catch a ball with their clothing, and the first baseman and catcher are allowed to wear bigger gloves than other players.

The catcher will also wear various knee guards, chest pads and a face protector in case he's hit by a baseball.

The Ball

The ball in baseball is about the size of a fist and white (though other colors can be used) with red lacing. Softball uses a white or yellow ball (usually) about the size of two fists with white lacing.

The Bat

The bat is an offensive tool, either made of wood or aluminum depending on the game being played. It is a long, hard stick, about 2inches in diameter, except at the handle, which is about 1 inch.

Watch how a wooden bat is made

The Glove

The glove or mitt is a defensive tool, made of leather, worn on the player’s hand to aid in catching the ball. It takes various shapes to meet the unique needs of the defensive position of the player.

The Surprising Truth on How a Baseball Glove is Made

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