Why Laces in Baseball Gloves and Mitts

History

Aug 6

John Golomb explores the history and function of leather laces in baseball gloves — from their origins in early glove construction to their role in modern performance. Featuring stories from the New York Yankees and a memorable collaboration with Yogi Berra, this video reveals why laces are fundamental to how gloves work.

Joie Golomb

Why Laces in Baseball Gloves and Mitts

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This is the work the Golomb family has always done—shaped by generations of knowledge and carried forward today by a small family team, one order at a time.