How-To Shape and Wear an Outfield Baseball Glove

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  • @simmyg1
    @simmyg1 2 роки тому +96

    I've been wearing two in the pinky for years, both infield and outfield, and putting on a glove traditionally just makes me wonder how someone could possibly prefer that

    • @wyattzuk512
      @wyattzuk512 2 роки тому +11

      I relate to this statement way to much

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому +25

      Lol it feels weird to go back when it’s all you do

    • @simmyg1
      @simmyg1 2 роки тому +3

      @@ballgloveking exactly

    • @TysonHook-22-
      @TysonHook-22- 2 роки тому +6

      when you first start doing the finger shift it feels so strange... then next thing you know, you find yourself wondering how you ever played wearing a glove traditional style.

    • @2.kreezy.jj669
      @2.kreezy.jj669 2 роки тому

      @@wyattzuk512 facts

  • @GonzoForReal
    @GonzoForReal 24 дні тому

    It’s crazy cause I never thought about two in the pinky until I started watching you and it feels so much better. More control.

  • @ajvecellio2978
    @ajvecellio2978 2 роки тому +25

    Love these videos about shaping your glove. Have you ever considered doing a “what went wrong” video? The idea being you can have people show you their gloves and you can explain what went wrong in their break-in and how to fix it (or do it better next time).

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому +9

      That’s a super solid idea I’ll try to in the future

  • @kaito4214
    @kaito4214 2 роки тому +16

    2 in the pinky is pretty solid for outfield, but ever since I started watching WPW I noticed a lot of outfielders saying they switched to three in the pinky. Personally, after trying it I think it’s a super solid way to go. Plays super deep.

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому +5

      Lotta people are saying three in the pinky, maybe I’ll make a video on it

    • @ProdByBrando17
      @ProdByBrando17 2 роки тому

      Yea I got three in the pinky because it just feels better when catching

    • @armanireynoso4504
      @armanireynoso4504 Рік тому

      same

    • @Cuttermcdowell
      @Cuttermcdowell Рік тому

      3 in the pink for outfield, 2 in the pink for infield and 2 in the pink for catching

  • @SerendipityTrickShots
    @SerendipityTrickShots 2 роки тому +11

    I’ve been wearing 3 in the pinky and I recommend it for outfield, because of the extra reach, feel and easiness to close. Also never stings

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому +3

      Good to know!

    • @brooooooooooooooooo______
      @brooooooooooooooooo______ 2 роки тому

      Ima join baseball next year for my senior year and it’s gonna be my first time playing and I wanna play outfield but I don’t know what are the best gloves to get and how to shape or break through it 💀 are $60 gloves from big 5 good?

    • @ManoloMDiaz
      @ManoloMDiaz 2 роки тому

      @@brooooooooooooooooo______ if you get your glove, ball glove king has an amazing video on breaking in your glove. i get it haha it’s confusing but you’ll get it man just watch his tutorial and this video on how to shape it.

    • @ManoloMDiaz
      @ManoloMDiaz 2 роки тому +1

      @@brooooooooooooooooo______ i wouldn’t recommend $60 gloves because they won’t last long and usually aren’t good quality but what is your budget so i could get a better idea?

    • @Stephkokot2
      @Stephkokot2 Рік тому

      @@brooooooooooooooooo______ They will get the job done but not high quality

  • @jasonscott4525
    @jasonscott4525 Рік тому +2

    To all the youngsters, there is no one size fits all approach. I’ve played for close to 30 years, infield and outfield and have experimented with old and new techniques. My advice is to try something until it works and feels best for your play style. The biggest game changer to me is size and web style.

  • @lb3bodybuilding278
    @lb3bodybuilding278 2 роки тому +1

    Been doing 3 in the pink since college ball. Heard Buxton say he had done it years back and I gave it a shot. Never looked back, highly recommend giving it a shot. Also co-sign the mild-flare.

  • @thegloveguy5336
    @thegloveguy5336 2 роки тому

    I am an outfielder and actually go 3 in the pinky. I have a fairly small hand and a 13” outfield glove. The pinky is huge so I have room. The pocket is super deep and I really like it.

  • @baileysmith4744
    @baileysmith4744 2 роки тому +1

    i find that curling the pinky slightly is better for snowcone catches because it holds onto the ball better

  • @liamjar7777
    @liamjar7777 2 роки тому +1

    I use 3 in pinky because I feel like it closes better and closes around the ball in the pocket I also like how it sits higher up on my hand to give a little bit more of length

  • @brownleeallday
    @brownleeallday 2 роки тому +2

    WILL YOU PLEASE MAKE A VIDEO ON HOW TO FORM THE 2022 a2k. I’m thinking about buying it. KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK!!!

    • @dpal35
      @dpal35 2 роки тому

      A2Ks are pretty much the same as last year. Whatever model it is, you can form the glove as any other similar to it: Infield model like the 1786, break it in like an infield model. An outfield model, break it in like an outfield model.

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому

      If you are considering it I recommend just getting it. It’s a fantastic glove and great for anyone

    • @brownleeallday
      @brownleeallday 2 роки тому

      @@ballgloveking How do I form it, and break it in?

    • @brownleeallday
      @brownleeallday 2 роки тому

      @@dpal35 how do you break it in like a infield model

    • @dpal35
      @dpal35 2 роки тому +1

      @@brownleeallday You usually want a shallower pocket than an outfield glove, though most of that depends on the gloves actual shape. Basically use any tutorial on youtube and you should be good.

  • @parkernangle12
    @parkernangle12 2 роки тому +3

    Thoughts on 3 in the pinky in the outfield? Started doing that when I switch to outfield full time

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому

      I’ve heard a lot of people do it, I’ll try and make a video on it

  • @BryanKuchta
    @BryanKuchta 2 роки тому +1

    You should review the Anthony Rizzo heart of the hide rawling 12.75" I have the glove it is an amazing option and more people should have it

  • @samschetter3847
    @samschetter3847 Рік тому

    i’ve been running 3 in the pinky and honestly like it better than 2 for outfield

  • @ianhaase8333
    @ianhaase8333 2 роки тому +3

    Hey Ball glove king I’m in a HUGE pickle. I got this sweet new 44 that I modeled exactly like the all blonde with navy web one u have. So I’m debating if I go traditional with one finger out or 2 in the pink. I play 3rd

    • @TUFF-Flicks
      @TUFF-Flicks 2 роки тому +1

      2 in the pinky for a deeper pocket while also being able to maintain quick transitions.

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому +1

      I’d honestly lean toward two in the pocket. If it’s really important to you to have a more shallow pocket then obviously go traditional but otherwise go two in the pinky

    • @ianhaase8333
      @ianhaase8333 2 роки тому

      @@TUFF-Flicks Thanks

    • @ianhaase8333
      @ianhaase8333 2 роки тому

      @@ballgloveking Thanks

  • @chaisediamond752
    @chaisediamond752 2 роки тому +2

    Is that a new Mizuno glove on the right side (your left) top corner?

  • @brentdonhauser
    @brentdonhauser 2 роки тому +1

    You should try and find a original Griffey JR model from the early 2000s.

  • @Brandon-kn8sk
    @Brandon-kn8sk 2 роки тому +2

    i do three in the pinkycrazy

  • @mhwall3717
    @mhwall3717 2 роки тому +1

    How should shape and wear my glove as a slow pitch back-catcher?

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому

      Pretty similarly to Amy outfield glove, two in the pinky with a flare

  • @djbarela4
    @djbarela4 7 місяців тому

    Flare or roll ?? I just got a new glove and have never flared always rolled I play outfield

  • @masonzimmer3611
    @masonzimmer3611 2 роки тому

    can you do a video like this about how to wear and shape a glove but for 3rd base or middle infield?

  • @MTL495
    @MTL495 2 роки тому +1

    who is your favorite player because you should do a glove review on them

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому

      Tommy Edman, I wanna do one on him soon!

  • @brandon_white2422
    @brandon_white2422 2 роки тому

    Do you think the closed back with a finger hole makes a better and more stable pocket than an open back? I've used both. As a kid it was all finger hole but I haven't used it in many years so I don't know what's better

  • @Mr.Doge26
    @Mr.Doge26 2 роки тому +1

    Would you recommend 44 pro's superskin? What are the pros and cons of 44's regular leather and superskin? Also I was wondering if you knew if 44 pro's superskin is the exact same as what Wilson offers?

    • @davidvasquez7830
      @davidvasquez7830 2 роки тому

      Not superskin but snakeskin. No pros to getting the snakeskin. Doesn’t use technology like Wilson does.

  • @anthonymedranobautista8678
    @anthonymedranobautista8678 2 роки тому

    What are the best ways to get a palm stain I really like the look

  • @J_Miller
    @J_Miller 2 роки тому +1

    That Y web looks sick! Do know anything about the 661 gloves I see on mercari?

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому +1

      I’ve seen those too, not horrible gloves but they are not very nice

  • @howardjohnson5734
    @howardjohnson5734 2 роки тому

    hi ,could you give me a reason to flair a glove ? or several reasons if you want to ,just wondering

  • @ParkerG397
    @ParkerG397 2 роки тому +1

    I mean, was the last time I played in the outfield consistently 3 years ago? Yes. Still a great vid

  • @deesnuts5223
    @deesnuts5223 2 роки тому

    is it possible to use 2 in the pinky with a trapeze heart of the hide?

  • @trx3640
    @trx3640 2 роки тому +1

    Could you do a video on a pitchers glove?
    Thanks

  • @Jimmy-nd1qu
    @Jimmy-nd1qu 2 роки тому +1

    Being a lefty, I do two in the pink for everything cause i don’t have to worry about fast transfers

  • @Faze_Lucky7
    @Faze_Lucky7 2 роки тому

    Have you ever tried 3 in the pinky

  • @isimplyzion1116
    @isimplyzion1116 2 роки тому

    I can’t shape and form my Wilson a2000 with the super skin in the back do u have any recommendations or cam u make a video for me

  • @csmallz8003
    @csmallz8003 2 роки тому +1

    do you recommend 2 in the pinky for infield too?

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому

      Yes and no, it’s different with different gloves/webs

  • @bobbiemoseman2263
    @bobbiemoseman2263 2 роки тому +1

    Do a review with will on his catchers mitt please

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому

      Will was in our "how to break in a catchers mitt" video go check it out!

  • @faznghost8416
    @faznghost8416 2 роки тому +1

    What do you prefer in a glove when it comes to 44, I really want one and think a glove expert can help me with that, my preferred wear is 12 to 12.5 and I’m 13.5 years old any ideas?

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому

      What position?

    • @faznghost8416
      @faznghost8416 2 роки тому +1

      @@ballgloveking short, 3rd and second

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому

      I’d go 12” at the biggest if you play a little bit of second base
      I’d consider 11.75” even

    • @faznghost8416
      @faznghost8416 2 роки тому

      @@ballgloveking okay any design ideas?

  • @bigjohn2495
    @bigjohn2495 2 роки тому +1

    That's a clean 44

  • @calvinmyers1438
    @calvinmyers1438 2 роки тому

    Great video! I notice that a lot of MLB players also have their glove really high up on their hands. is that something you would suggest as well?

  • @ManoloMDiaz
    @ManoloMDiaz 2 роки тому +1

    is 3 in the pinky better than 2?

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому

      I’ll have to make a video and find out

  • @thatboydre8649
    @thatboydre8649 2 роки тому +2

    I do three in the pink

  • @bigjohn2495
    @bigjohn2495 2 роки тому +1

    Is a modified t web from 44 a good outfield web?

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому +1

      Yessirr

    • @bigjohn2495
      @bigjohn2495 2 роки тому

      Thanks, could you possibly do a review on the wilson a1000 infield glove I have one they're not bad gloves. I would like to hear your opinion on them.

  • @evan_leche
    @evan_leche 2 роки тому +1

    Love these vids bro. I really need an A2K for middle infield got any extra you wanna sell?

  • @miguel19932
    @miguel19932 2 роки тому +2

    Do “differences between a baseball and softball gloves

  • @billylaw4661
    @billylaw4661 2 роки тому +1

    When are the slow pitch videos coming back!?

  • @chaliedamoore5230
    @chaliedamoore5230 2 роки тому

    about how many gloves do you have?

  • @MTL495
    @MTL495 2 роки тому +1

    im an outfielder and i play 12u and since the kids don hit the ball that hard to me I wear my glove two in the pinky and finger out on the index slot

  • @jasonhartman1100
    @jasonhartman1100 2 роки тому +1

    I switched to Tip flared about 7 yrs ago. Attempted to go back to traditional grip felt weird as hell never again will i go to traditional lol

  • @savage-xq6sl
    @savage-xq6sl 2 роки тому +1

    Can you do one about Josh Donaldson and his glove?

  • @clintonr2027
    @clintonr2027 2 роки тому +2

    i always wear 2 in the pinky

  • @jp_extreme1146
    @jp_extreme1146 2 роки тому +2

    i wear 3 in the pinky lmao with a Rawlings HOTH 12.75

  • @uhRowdy
    @uhRowdy 2 роки тому +2

    2 in the pinky and 2 in the ring finger trust me boys!

  • @Kenny.bsb16
    @Kenny.bsb16 2 роки тому +2

    But I have like 4 heart of the hide gloves out, fielding, pitching, and fielding

  • @deaversmith2593
    @deaversmith2593 2 роки тому +1

    My son likes three in the pinky
    That is also how Bryon Buxton rocks his glove.

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому

      That is correct, somewhat common actually

  • @trio3kicks
    @trio3kicks 2 роки тому +2

    If ball glove king comments on my new vid ima go crazy

  • @loganbarry9661
    @loganbarry9661 2 роки тому

    i put 2 in the pinky and middle finger in the ring finger hole

  • @emiliomonje8512
    @emiliomonje8512 2 роки тому +2

    you should post on tiktok your vids would go viral

  • @Adrian_Cortez2
    @Adrian_Cortez2 2 роки тому +1

    Can you how to break and shape your glove like
    Fernando Tatis Jr

  • @macevanant4618
    @macevanant4618 2 роки тому +2

    What about three in the pinky becuase I play center and I do three in the pinky ?

  • @Jamessalvati
    @Jamessalvati 2 роки тому +1

    Thumbnail had be questioning my sanity with the same pic twice reminds me of some life hack video(nothing to you Chris you are a great guy and content creator)

  • @VictorHernandez-of1pm
    @VictorHernandez-of1pm 2 роки тому

    i go 3 in the pinky no flare 🧍🏿‍♂️

  • @joelbeckman3304
    @joelbeckman3304 2 роки тому +1

    I’m pretty sure Kris Bryant wears his glove traditional in the outfield

  • @sten-erikmihkelson9179
    @sten-erikmihkelson9179 2 роки тому

    Am i a psycopath because i go 3 in the pinky

  • @eric152
    @eric152 2 роки тому +1

    THE THJNG U TALKED ABOUT ON YOUR BASEBALL BAG

  • @dpal35
    @dpal35 2 роки тому +1

    The two pictures on the thumbnail are literally the same photo

  • @anthonylington5
    @anthonylington5 2 місяці тому

    God And Jesus Will Always Love You.

  • @jackopenspacks2763
    @jackopenspacks2763 2 роки тому +2

    2nd

  • @jacksondemartino9785
    @jacksondemartino9785 2 роки тому +1

    Is that the Derek Jeter model on the wall because if it is please remove.

  • @DLHinojosa
    @DLHinojosa 2 роки тому +1

    Gotta have a hat! Link when you decide to sell them! 🖤🥎

  • @therealtrollage
    @therealtrollage 2 роки тому +1

    2 fingers in the pinky might be better but its so unfomfortable

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому

      I thought that too before I got used to it

  • @psychosniper5699
    @psychosniper5699 2 роки тому

    I don’t see the difference from the thumbnail pictures

  • @christophertorres7687
    @christophertorres7687 2 роки тому +2

    It doesn't matter how you wear your glove, at the end of the day you will still catch the ball.

    • @djbioman4898
      @djbioman4898 2 роки тому +3

      OK I'll just wear it on the wrong hand then, doesn't matter right?

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 роки тому +2

      Yes but also no
      That’s like saying your batting stance doesn’t matter
      Switching things up after being educated can help a lot

  • @jaseholcombe9494
    @jaseholcombe9494 2 роки тому +1

    Second

  • @Kenny.bsb16
    @Kenny.bsb16 2 роки тому +2

    First

  • @DoggoTy270
    @DoggoTy270 2 місяці тому

    nope do not agree about the dam flaring that makes the glove look like sh$t and I wanna have my glove look as good as it can be. Also, Thanks for the video just hate flared glove.

    • @DoggoTy270
      @DoggoTy270 2 місяці тому

      Have a good day and have a good one

    • @ballgloveking
      @ballgloveking  2 місяці тому

      lol I'm sorry you don't life the flare 😂

    • @DoggoTy270
      @DoggoTy270 Місяць тому

      @@ballgloveking my bad
      Still loved the video

  • @jakowiw_91
    @jakowiw_91 2 роки тому +1

    3rd