Baseball & Softball

Stay safe on the basepaths with the Franklin Sports MLB® CFX® Baseball + Softball Sliding Mitt. This essential baserunning accessory is designed to protect your hands and fingers during headfirst slides, reducing the risk of injuries such as jams or sprains. The reversible design allows it to be worn on either hand, while the soft-shell material hardens on impact to absorb and deflect force. With a secure, reinforced wrist strap for added stability and a lightweight, responsive feel, this sliding mitt ensures you stay protected without sacrificing functionality.

Key Features

• Impact Protection: Soft-shell design hardens upon impact to shield hands and fingers from sliding-related injuries.
• Ambidextrous Fit: Reversible construction lets players wear the mitt on either the left or right hand.
• Enhanced Grip: Lightweight material allows baserunners to maintain full finger dexterity for grabbing bags without slipping past them.
• Reinforced Wrist Support: Secure wrist strap stabilizes the wrist to prevent sprains and add comfort.
• Pro-Tested Design: Developed with input from MLB® pros for superior performance and protection.

Why Choose This Product?
The Franklin Sports MLB® CFX® Sliding Mitt is the ultimate protective gear for serious players. By combining impact-absorbing technology, a lightweight fit, and pro-level design, this mitt ensures your hands are safe, stable, and ready for action on the basepaths. Don’t let injuries slow you down—equip yourself with the best in baserunning protection and performance.

Grab your Franklin Sports MLB® CFX® Baseball + Softball Sliding Mitt today and slide with confidence!

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Get the same gloves trusted by the pros with the Franklin CFX Pro Chrome Batting Gloves in a stunning gold finish. Designed for elite performance and unmatched comfort, these gloves feature Franklin’s signature one-piece Cabretta leather palm and advanced flex technology. Engineered for MLB players, they offer superior grip, durability, and a custom-molded feel that helps you stay locked in every time you step into the batter’s box.

Key Features:

• Pro-Grade Cabretta Leather: Premium digital leather with etched grooves enhances grip and eliminates bunching for clean contact.

• One-Piece Palm Construction: Seamless palm design provides durability and a natural feel across the entire glove.

• Quad-Flex Stretch Zones: Strategically placed stretch points on the backhand and fingers offer a responsive, ergonomic fit.

• Tri-Curve Technology: Anatomically designed to match the shape of your hand for unmatched comfort and control.

• Official MLB Design: Features authentic MLB branding and chrome Franklin logo for a professional, standout look.

Why Buy It?:
The Franklin CFX Pro Chrome gloves are the go-to choice for serious hitters. Whether you're in the cage or under the lights, these gloves give you the grip, comfort, and confidence needed to elevate your swing. Built for performance and style, they’re a game-changer at any level of play.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):

Are these the same gloves used in MLB?
Yes, the CFX Pro model is the most widely used batting glove across Major League Baseball.

Do they fit true to size?
Yes, they are designed to fit snug for maximum control, so order your usual glove size for the best fit.

Can these gloves be used for softball?
Absolutely—these gloves work great for both baseball and softball, providing excellent grip and comfort in either game.

20715F. Franklin USA Women Softball CFX FP Batting Glove | White/Royal

#1 Reason WHY these balls are the best on the market.

• If you DO NOT square them up...they do not launch correctly. 
• You will use 3 of your 5 senses when using Smushballs.
• SEE the ball flight,
• HEAR the contact
• FEEL IT Off your bat. 
• You will know instantaneously if you "squared-up" the ball hard or not. Listen to the smack sound the ball makes into the white banner in this demonstration. Every ball in this demo was squared up. You can hear how well they are hit. A few were topped but they were still hard-hit balls.  

• Take batting practice Anywhere!

• Cutting edge technology to limit ball flight - 115' maximum ball flight

• Indoor/Outdoor Use- gyms, basements, anywhere

• Will not damage walls, floors, windows, etc...Ultimate Alternative to Wiffle Balls

Independent On-field demonstration...unfortunately this hitter doesn't hit well and squares up no Smushballs. BUT more importantly, the pitcher can stand a few feet away, unprotected & batter gets a ton of LIVE swings. This incorporates TIMING into your batting practice. The more timing you can practice the better hitter you will be. 

#1 Reason WHY these balls are the best on the market.

• If you DO NOT square them up...they do not launch correctly. 
• You will use 3 of your 5 senses when using Smushballs.
• SEE the ball flight,
• HEAR the contact
• FEEL IT Off your bat. 
• You will know instantaneously if you "squared-up" the ball hard or not. Listen to the smack sound the ball makes into the white banner in this demonstration. Every ball in this demo was squared up. You can hear how well they are hit. A few were topped but they were still hard-hit balls.  

• Take batting practice Anywhere!

• Cutting edge technology to limit ball flight - 115' maximum ball flight

• Indoor/Outdoor Use- gyms, basements, anywhere

• Will not damage walls, floors, windows, etc...Ultimate Alternative to Wiffle Balls

Independent On-field demonstration...unfortunately this hitter doesn't hit well and squares up no Smushballs. BUT more importantly, the pitcher can stand a few feet away, unprotected & batter gets a ton of LIVE swings. This incorporates TIMING into your batting practice. The more timing you can practice the better hitter you will be. 

Maximize Your Baseball Skills with Practice Baseballs

The realm of sports, particularly baseball, is constantly evolving. The techniques, strategies, and tools have made tremendous strides over the years, but the foundation of skill enhancement remains the same – practice. One might argue that practice is even more effective when you have the right tools in hand. Enter Smushballs. They are more than just baseball practice balls; they are your trusted companion on the path to perfection.

The Essence of Quality Baseball Practice Balls

The core element in refining your baseball skills lies in the quality of practice baseballs you use. With inferior balls, your practice might lead you astray, teaching you inappropriate techniques. But with the right baseballs, every throw, hit, or catch reinforces the correct technique, carving the pathway to becoming a seasoned player.

Good quality practice baseballs have the ideal weight, ensuring they don't veer off unexpectedly. This means when you're aiming for that perfect pitch or that impeccable hit, you're not just practicing but also mastering accuracy. Durability is another quintessential feature. Nobody wants a ball that wears out after a few sessions. The longevity of the ball ensures you get ample time to refine your skills before needing a replacement.

Why Smushballs Reign Supreme

When we dive into the vast ocean of baseball practice balls, one name shines brighter than the rest. Though there are many practice baseballs in the market, very few match the precision and quality that these balls offer. Designed meticulously, these balls mimic the behavior of actual game baseballs, making your practice sessions as realistic as possible. Their consistent weight distribution ensures they're neither too light nor too heavy, providing just the right feel for players of all expertise levels.

Moreover, their impeccable design reduces the chances of injury, ensuring safety during intense practice sessions. Their durable construction ensures that you won't be running for replacements any time soon, making them a cost-effective choice in the long run.

Elevating Skills with Repetitive Drills

A significant aspect of mastering baseball is repetition. This is where the real advantage of having quality practice baseballs shines through. When you repeatedly practice with balls that mirror the behavior of actual game baseballs, your muscle memory develops in sync with the required techniques. Over time, your body starts responding intuitively, ensuring that every move you make is in line with the perfected techniques.

While talent and dedication play a pivotal role in any sportsperson's journey, the tools they use can either act as a stepping stone or a stumbling block. And in the game of baseball, Smushballs stands as a reliable stepping stone, guiding you towards excellence without compromising on quality or safety. Make the right choice; let your practice sessions be the cornerstone of your success.

Introducing the Patent-Pending SpinGrip Softball: A Whole New Dimension of Throwing a Softball is Here

Grip and release the ball the RIGHT WAY, every time.

Scouts look for and opportunities happen with increased spin, velocity, and accuracy. See below why SpinGrip is the only tool on the planet able to increase all major throwing metrics.

• First-Ever Throwing Glove: The SpinGrip is the first-ever throwing glove proven to enhance velocity, spin, accuracy, extension, carry, release consistency, spin efficiency, i.e., all the major throwing metrics. And now it is available for softball.
• Choking Issue: Many players unknowingly "choke" the softball, embedding it deep in their palm. This makes achieving optimal release challenging and, as a result, causes your metrics and performance to drop.
• Optimal Release: With SpinGrip Softball, the ball sits out in your fingers, and trains the most efficient and most maximized release of the ball. Everything good happens in the fingers -- this is where you can realize maximum spin, accuracy, velocity, extension, ball flight, release consistency, spin efficiency, and vertical break; i.e., all the major throwing metrics will jump after using and training with SpinGrip. And the best part, there is no guessing or will this work. It's proven and it's automatic. Just put the glove on and get to throwing.
• Built-in EVA Palm Spacer: The SpinGrip creates space between your palm and the softball, ensuring the ball is placed in its optimal position every time. Immediate feedback and muscle memory training so you can't help but get better and reach your potential.
• New Dimension: SpinGrip Softball introduces a whole new dimension to the way softball athletes throw a softball. They are reaching levels and breaking barriers they never thought possible. And it's happening automatically with SpinGrip Softball.
• Sizing Recommendations:
• Small-Medium: Recommended for ages 7-13.
• Large-XLarge: Recommended for ages 14+.

Now it's your turn. 

SpinGrip Baseball: Baseball's First and Only Patent-Pending Throwing Glove Proven and Guaranteed to Increase Major Throwing Metrics

Grip and release the ball the RIGHT way, every single time.

Scouts look for and opportunities happen with increased spin, velocity, and accuracy. See below why SpinGrip is the only tool on the planet able to increase all major throwing metrics.

• First-Ever Throwing Glove: The SpinGrip is the first-ever throwing glove proven to enhance velocity, spin, accuracy, extension, carry, release consistency, spin efficiency, i.e., all the major throwing metrics.
• Choking Issue: Many players unknowingly "choke" the baseball, embedding it deep in their palm. This makes achieving optimal release challenging and, as a result, causes your metrics and performance to drop.
• Optimal Release: With SpinGrip Baseball, the ball sits out in your fingers, and trains the most efficient and most maximized release of the ball. Everything good happens in the fingers -- this is where you can realize maximum spin, accuracy, velocity, extension, ball flight, release consistency, spin efficiency, and vertical break; i.e., all the major throwing metrics will jump after using and training with SpinGrip. And the best part, there is no guessing or will this work. It's proven and it's automatic. Just put the glove on and get to throwing.
• Built-in EVA Palm Spacer: The SpinGrip creates space between your palm and the ball, ensuring the ball is placed in its optimal position every time. Immediate feedback and muscle memory training so you can't help but get better and reach your potential.
• New Dimension: SpinGrip Baseball introduces a whole new dimension to the way athletes throw a ball. They are reaching levels and breaking barriers they never thought possible. And it's happening automatically with SpinGrip Baseball.
• Sizing Recommendations:
  • Small-Medium: Recommended for ages 7-13.
  • Large-XLarge: Recommended for ages 14+.

Now it's your turn.