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In 1860 the fisrt glove was invented as two pieces of leather meant to help protect from injury. During this time most people did not respect those who wore gloves.
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In 1870, Doug Allison, a catcher for the Cincinnati Red Stockings, suffered a hand injury so he wore a buckskin mitten as a glove for protection.
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In 1875, Charles Waitt wore the first confirmed glove by baseball histortians. He was taunted and teased by teamates and fans for being a sissy.
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Rawlings In 1887 the baseball company Rawlings was founded and established.
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catchers In 1905 the first catcher's glove was made
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1 piece of leather is put between index finger and thumb.
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baseballgloves In 1950 the fist glove with a full pocket was invented
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abcnews New York Yankees pitcher Brian Gordon is believed to be the 1st player to use an all synthetic glove.
