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What size glove do pro infielders use?

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Christopher Ramos

Updated on June 13, 2026

The standard size for a baseball infield glove is 11.25 to 12 inches, and 11.5 to 12.5 inches for softball.

What size glove do pro shortstops use?

Glove sizes in the middle infield range from 11 inches to 11 ½ inches. Every now and then you will see an 11 ¾ inch glove at shortstop.

What size glove do pros use?

Outfielders' gloves are a lot simpler to judge because just about every pro stock adult glove will be about 13 inches. Pitchers will vary the most out of any position. Many pitchers use gloves as small as 11 inches (Kerry Ligtenberg) and some will use gloves as large as 12 � inches. I would say the average is 11 �.

Is a 12 inch glove good for infield?

Third Baseman Gloves

This requires a slightly larger infield glove with a deeper pocket to help secure the baseball. At third base you will use a glove between 11.5” and 12”, with 11.75 being the most popular size for the position.

What size glove do pro outfielders use?

If you're wondering about outfield glove size, you can bet that there isn't an outfielder in the Big Leagues using a glove under 12.5″ inches. In fact, 99% of MLB outfield gloves are 12.75″-13″ inches.

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Can an outfielder use an infield glove?

To best do their job, infielders and outfielders need gloves with different size, pocket depth, and webbing. So if you're wondering if an infield glove can be used for the outfield, we wouldn't recommend it.

What's the best outfield glove size?

Outfield Glove - Usually sized at 12.5 to 12.75 inches for adults, about 11 inches for children. A deeper pocket to handle balls hit high in the air. Longer length to give as much reach as possible. If you plan to play several positions, find a glove that provides the most control for a variety of outfield positions.

What size glove does Manny Machado use?

This model, the Rawlings Heart of the Hide Baseball Glove (PRONP5-7BCH), features an 11.75-inch pattern, a professional V-web, and it is the exact glove that MLB All-Star Manny Machado uses on game day.

Is 11.5 a good glove size?

11.5″ inches is the baseline length for middle infield gloves. The large majority of MLB middle infielders use this size. And the truth is… it's the best size for middle infielders.

What size glove does Freddie Freeman use?

Rawlings Gold Glove Winner and MVP Freddie Freeman has made his mark as one of the best 1st basemen in the entire league. His 12.25-Inch FM20 pattern mitt helps him field every short-hop with ease, making every play that comes his way an 'automatic' out.

What size gloves did Derek Jeter use?

The same glove that Jeter wore for 20 seasons, the most ever in Pinstripes… its a Rawlings PRODJ2, a pattern that has been carried on by Anthony Rendon and Xander Bogaerts among others. Its an 11.5″ glove and Jeter's unique touch is the old school basket web.

What size glove does Bryce Harper use?

The Rawlings Heart of the Hide Bryce Harper Series (PROHARP34S) is specifcally a 13 inch design. Harper uses a 13 inch glove so they do not make a 12.75 inch size of his signature style.

What size glove did Alex Rodriguez use?

When A-Rod moved to third base, he transitioned to an even bigger glove, the 12 1/4 inch PRO RV23, a glove designed for Robin Ventura. A-Rod has been using that glove ever since, becoming one of the best third basemen in the American League.

What size glove does Buster Posey use?

What is the size to this glove? The Rawlings Heart of the Hide Game Day Series (PROCM43BP28) is a 34.00" pattern.

What size glove do professional baseball players use?

For baseball players, outfield gloves range in size from 10.75”-12.5” for youth players and 12.5”-12.75” for adults. Fastpitch and slowpitch outfield gloves tend to be larger, ranging from 12”-13” and 13”-14”, respectively.

What size glove does Jake cronenworth use?

The October GOTM, Jake Cronenworth's custom A2000 G5, offers an autumnal twist with Orange Tan Pro Stock® Leather and Yellow Bold Logos. Black SuperSkin™ reduces the weight while enhancing the durability and water resistance of the glove, and the 11.75" length is perfect no matter where you play on the infield.

What size glove does a 14 year old need?

Most players in the 13-14 year old age group will do well with an 11.25 to 12-inch for infield players to 12 to 13-inch glove for outfield players. Some smaller players will be more comfortable with an 11-inch infield model or an 11.5-inch outfield model.

What size glove does Kris Bryant use?

Kris Bryant wears the same glove model at third base that Ryan Zimmerman did when he was a Gold Glove 3rd baseman. Its a very large glove for a third baseman at 12.5″ inches.

What size glove does Matt Chapman use?

Chapman 8x10 2.

The California native has never used a glove larger than 11.75”, and he is comfortable with the glove length because he trusts his athleticism to reach hard-hit balls in the hole or down the foul line.

What size glove does Aaron judge use?

Aaron Judge gallops around the outfield making plays with a Rawlings PRO303-6KN glove. Its a 12.75” H-web with kip (Pro Preferred) back and palm leather and Heart of the Hide web leather.

What is the difference between an outfield and infielders glove?

The backs of outfielder's gloves are often covered, giving outfielders more support between their wrists and the tips of their fingers. Overall, outfielder's gloves are larger, heavier and more thickly padded than infielder's gloves.

What size glove does Ozzie Albies use?

Game Model Glove of Ozzie Albies. Size: 11.5" Position: Infield.