Baseball on clearance

Glove, bat and cleats: gear up to play

To start, three pieces are enough. The glove is worn on the non-throwing hand: the catcher's is heavily padded, the first baseman’s is elongated to catch the throws, and the outfielders' ones are deeper for high balls. The bat, like the Midwest Slugger, is chosen based on the player's size and strength: too heavy, it slows down the swing. The moulded cleats adidas Adizero Impact grip on both the dirt of the diamond and the grass of the outfield, starting towards first base. For younger players, the Nerf set, glove and foam ball, allows them to learn pitching without fear.

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The US sports clearance also includes:

• US Football.
• Hockey.

All closeout deals are gathered on the US sports page.

The New Era cap, emblem of the MLB

New Era, founded in Buffalo in 1920, has officially supplied caps for Major League Baseball since 1993. Its fitted model, with six rigid panels and a flat brim, is chosen based on head circumference: it's the one worn by players on the field. The adjustable model from the selection, soft and with a curved brim, fastens with a strap at the back and fits all head sizes, making it an easy gift. The faded version of the Yankees softens the colours for a vintage style, and the women's trucker cap combines a fabric front with a breathable mesh. The logos of the Giants, Padres or Marlins are embroidered in relief.

Retro logos: 1927 Yankees, Dodgers, Padres

The retro collections draw from the history of the franchises. The NY monogram of the Yankees comes from a medal designed by Tiffany & Co. in 1877 for a New York police officer, and the pieces marked 1927 pay tribute to that year's legendary team. The 1958 Dodgers t-shirts remind us of the club's arrival in Los Angeles after leaving Brooklyn. The Padres sweatshirt features the brown and gold worn by the San Diego franchise starting in 1969. The slub fabric of the Retro Stadium Slub models gives an old cotton feel.

Jumpers, t-shirts and bags for everyday life

Off the field, baseball dresses the city. The Fuse Wordmark t-shirts from the Yankees, Dodgers or Red Sox display the team name in its original lettering, and the Loose Fit cut, wider at the shoulders, gives a relaxed fit. The White Sox hoodie and the Yankees zipped sweatshirt are worn over a matching coloured t-shirt. In terms of luggage, the backpack Applique from the Yankees features a sewn logo in relief, the mini fanny pack and the Side Bag New Era keep the essentials within reach, at the stadium or while travelling.

Frequently asked questions

How many innings does a baseball game last?

A game is played in nine innings, each divided into two halves where each team takes turns batting. If there's a tie after the ninth inning, extra innings are played until one team gains the lead.

What are the positions in baseball?

The defense aligns a pitcher, a catcher, four infielders at first, second, and third base plus a shortstop, and three outfielders in the outfield. Each position requires a suitable glove.

At what age should one start baseball?

Clubs often welcome children from the age of six with tee-ball, where the ball is placed on a stand to learn to hit without a pitcher. The game with a pitcher comes later, when coordination is developed.

Fitted or adjustable cap: which one to choose?

The fitted cap, with no adjustment, stays perfectly in place as long as you know your head size, measured above the ears. The adjustable one fits everyone and is the easiest to gift.

How to clean a baseball cap?

Wash it by hand in lukewarm soapy water with a soft brush, without soaking it for long. Let it air dry on a rounded shape, never in the machine, which distorts the brim and front.