answersLogoWhite

0


Best Answer

To evenly distribute the dirt on the ball. Also, to push down the leather part so the seams will show more. The more the seams show the more the Baseball will move during delivery.

Sometimes it becomes a habit, and they feel they can get a better grip.

User Avatar

Wiki User

8y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar
More answers
User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

Not being a scientist I can't really go into a lot of detail but friction from the wind/air causes a scuffed ball to have more movement than a ball that is smooth. More movement of the ball would be an advantage to the pitcher.

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

15y ago

Ball boys rub the footballs so the footballs have better grip and to make more comfortable to play with. It warms the football up and is easier to catch and hold on to. Also, in the rain the ball boys rub them with a towel to dry them off. In the winter, they rub them because if you dont rub them the feel like you're catching a rock.

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

10y ago

because it adds grip to the baseball and the pitchers want a dark mudded baseball so the batter can not hit the ball.

^ This is partially true, the mud is rubbed on the ball to take its shine off and make it easier to grip. It has nothing to do with the pitcher wanting the ball to be dark so the batter cant hit it. The type of mud has a sandpaper texture and Lena Blackburne rubbing mud is the only type used by the MLB.

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

14y ago

Yes. The baseballs are rubbed down by the umpires to take the sheen off the ball . Lena Blackbourne's Rubbing Mud has been used since 1938, and is still used today in Major League Baseball. There is even a can of this mud on display at the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York. The place where the mud is found in New Jersey is still a well kept secret.

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

16y ago

Baseball players rub chalk dust on their hands.

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

11y ago

to scuff up the ball, pitchers usually do it.

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

13y ago

I'm pretty sure it is PINE TAR but not positive.

This answer is:
User Avatar

User Avatar

Wiki User

14y ago

It helps with grip by drying the hands that may have executive moisture do to sweating. Most players today use batting gloves for better grip.

This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Why do some baseball players use sandpaper in their gloves?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Why do afl players wear gloves?

Afl players mainly wear gloves because they could get some more grip on the ball


What are some mexican baseball gloves?

rolin


How many baseball gloves do Major League Baseball players use during their careers?

najor league baseball players dont need to get new mitts evry month, because you have to break them in, my dad played major league baseball for 11 years as a catcher and he has about 10 game mitts. A Major league player will normally order 2 gloves per season but only use the one game glove and have the other as a backup. Gold Glover Shane Victorino says he has worn the same glove past two seasons because of superstition


Where can one purchase rawlings baseball gloves?

There are many websites where someone can purchase Rawlings baseball gloves. Examples of some websites are Nextag, CanadianTire, SportChek, EBay and Amazon.


Why do baseball players put pine tar on their helmets?

Its not that they put pine tar on their helmets on purpose. Its from handling the bat with their gloves, then both adjusting/taking off their helmet. So it just transfers from bat to helmet via the glove. Sure they could clean their helmets after a game, but I'm sure its a superstitious thing with many baseball players to not clean the helmet. I'm sure you've seen tons of ball players with extremely dirty helmets... Also... ball players ''adjust'' the amount of pine tar on their gloves for preference by touching their helmet to take some of it off.


How many baseball players get an education?

Some.


What do baseball players wear on the thumb?

Baseball players wear a small padded ring around their thumb to space the bat away from their hand. It has the purpose of positioning the bat, in the proper location, through the hitting zone. Some hitters are late getting the head of the bat through this zone or may position their hands incorrectly as they roll their wrists.


What are some Spanish-American baseball players?

Currently there are no Spanish/American players in MLB.


Can you use football gloves for baseball?

It depends what type of league. Yes, it seems to help for some people. Like me I play travel ball. I use baseball gloves, but i can't see why you can't use football gloves. It may help you and it may not. It depends how YOU like it! :)


Do baseball players use the on deck circle?

Baseball players do use the on-deck circle and they use it to prepare for their at-bat. Some players just stand there and do nothing, but this is not the purpose.


Are all players on baseball cards?

some but not all


Do major league baseball players get new uniforms for every game?

They don't. Baseball uniforms and all accessories are the expense of the team. Some exceptions may be an endorsement contract a player may have with gloves, batting gloves and shoes which are given to the player from the company.