Getting Your New Catchers Mitt Broken In Fast

Getting a high-quality catchers mitt broken in is easily one of the most frustrating parts of starting a new season. You finally saved up the cash for that top-tier leather, it arrives in the mail, and you can barely even squeeze it shut. It's basically a stiff piece of cardboard shaped like a pancake. If you try to take that thing straight into a game, you're going to be chasing passed balls all afternoon and probably bruising your palm in the process. ...

May 9, 2026 · 7 min · Cole Benedetta