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03/27/2024 What is a Bracket Pitcher in Fastpitch?

Fastpitch pitcher on the mound, wearing a mask and glove. Scoreboard shows BALL, STRIKE, OUT.

The term bracket pitcher has confused individuals within the fastpitch space for a long time. We tried our best to explain!... Read More »

02/22/2024 4 Seam vs 2 Seam Fastball Explained

Text 4 SEAM vs 2 SEAM FASTBALL with large numbers 4 and 2, overlaid on a baseball seam pattern.

What's the difference between a 2 seam and a 4 seam fastball? Our Glove Experts outline everything between two of the most popular fastballs. ... Read More »

12/28/2023 What Is A Bullpen In Baseball?

Three bulls, representing a baseball bullpen, charge across a blurred baseball field.

Learn not only the basics of the bullpen but what makes this pitcher hotspot one of the most exciting places in the park! Click in to learn more!... Read More »

08/18/2023 What is Wilson's Pedroia Glove?

Smiling man holding a Wilson A5000 baseball glove. His shirt reads BASEBALL 2017.

Wilson designed this glove with a specific purpose in mind. As a result, Dustin Pedroia has consistently been one of Major League Baseballs best, and so has his gamer.... Read More »

07/24/2023 What's WAR In Baseball? | A Beginner's Guide

Baseball stadium (Fenway Park) covered in complex math equations, illustrating the analytical nature of WAR in baseball.

Ever wanted to learn more about what goes into calculating a professional baseball player's WAR rating? If yes, then this blog post is the place to start!... Read More »

07/11/2023 The Rawlings Fastback ® | And Other Rawlings Glove Features!

Three Rawlings baseball gloves: a tan THE GOLD GLOVE CO., a worn FASTBACK MODEL, and a black Rawlings Est. 1887 glove.

Learn more about the Rawlings Fastback and two other iconic glove designs from Rawlings! Then read our entire JustGloves Blog!... Read More »

02/27/2023 A Complete Guide To Signs & Signals For Catchers

Baseball catcher in full gear squatting, giving a signal by pointing a finger down.

Interested in learning the who, what, where, when, and why on catcher signs and signals? The Glove Experts at JustGloves and outlined everything you need to know. ... Read More »

05/31/2022 Everything You Need To Know About Earned Run Average (ERA)

Baseball pitcher in red cap and uniform on the mound, with transparent ERA text overlaid.

What exactly is ERA in baseball? Who invented it? What is a good ERA for a pitcher? Our Glove Experts answer all of these questions and more!... Read More »

04/27/2022 A Complete Guide To Wilson A2000 Glove Patterns

Five Wilson A2000 baseball gloves in various patterns and colors like black, tan, brown, and grey. A2000 and Wilson are visible.

Our Glove Experts put together this ultimate guide on five of the best baseball glove patterns by Wilson such as the DP15, 1786, 1787, 1799, and B2. Do you know what makes them unique?... Read More »

03/22/2021 Breakdown of Left Handed & Right Handed Baseball Gloves

BREAKDOWN OF LEFT & RIGHT HANDED GLOVES.

Are you wondering what the difference is between right and left handed gloves? Or which positions are best suited for southpaws? Check out this breakdown by our Glove Experts!... Read More »