Baseball gloves come in a variety of sizes and styles that are designed for different defensive positions and hand sizes. While many baseball equipment companies produce a line of baseball gloves, the best baseball gloves are made from the best materials and include additional features that improve comfort and performance.
Nokona
Nokona baseball gloves have been produced since 1934 in Nocona, Texas. According to Baseball Equipment Review, the Nokona Bloodline series of baseball gloves are among the best for the leather, reliability and performance. Other Nokona gloves are available using cowhide, kangaroo leather or buffalo leather and are made for every defensive position.
Rawlings
Rawlings was one of the first major baseball glove companies and produces a range of gloves from budget gloves for youth players to premium gloves for high school, college or professional players. The Rawlings Junior Pro Lite Series model JPL 110 sells for around $50 as of 2011 and is among the best gloves for youth players, according to Galt Tech. The Pro Lite Series features a basket web for catching, fitted foam for extra padding and comfortable, lightweight design for maximum control.
Wilson
The Wilson series of baseball gloves uses quality leather and specific designs. Galt Tech suggests that the Wilson A2000 A2K glove is designed for professional players and matches the features of other premium gloves. The A2000 gloves sell for around $280 as of 2011.
Mizuno
Mizuno is a leading company for baseball equipment such as shoes and uniforms, but it also makes gloves. Using a variety of features such as a Para Shock system in the palm pad, the gloves provide additional protection while catching the ball. Galt Tech suggests that the Mizuno Tradition Series model GTR1255 is among the best gloves for amateur players and sells for under $100 as of 2011.
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