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Spin Control has made its return the Wilson lineup after a long hiatus. After being used in 1990s and 2000s gloves, Wilson finally revamped and improved the technology for the latest series of gloves. Here’s everything you need to know about it:

• Spin Control is a technology that uses a dimpled palm and special oiling process to reduce the amount a ball will move in the pocket upon catching the ball.
• The Spin Control technology comes in the palm and, usually, the web. These are the areas where the ball typically hits and begins to torpedo in the leather, where either you corral the ball or watch it squeak out.
• Why would I need this? Due to its spherical nature, a baseball likes to rotate all kinds of ways in the air or in your pocket. This tech simply reduces the amount of spin that can effect how well you catch the ball.
• Does it actually work? We haven’t tried it out yet, but it seems like MLB players have been using it and liking it so far. We’ll have more information on how well it works soon, but for now it seems pretty good.
• Is it worth it? Right now, Spin Control mitts aren’t any more expensive than regular A2000 gloves. Although we don’t see it as the latest, greatest feature to get on your glove, if you want to be one of the early adopters of this glove tech, it’s probably worth it.

Right now there are a few gloves that come with this technology, as it roll-out has been calm and measured. These are the models where Spin Control is used:

• Wilson A2000 1786 Spin Control: Our favorite middle infield glove that measures at 11.5″ with and shallow pocket and I-web. Get it here.
• Wilson A2000 1975 Spin Control: An 11.75″ mitt that is largely an oversized 1786. Good for shortstop and third base. Buy it here.
• Wilson A2000 H12 Spin Control: A 12″ glove that is an oversized 1787, with a medium depth pocket and I-web. Good for third basemen and some shortstops. Check it out here.
• Wilson A2000 M1D Spin Control: A 33.5″ Catcher’s mitt. Probably the best mitt to have Spin Control, as catcher’s deal with a lot of different stuff behind the dish. Get it here.
• Wilson A2000 OT6 Spin Control: A 12.75″ outfield mitt that comes with a trapeze web and elongated feel. Spin Control is probably good for outfielders to avoid weird flyballs popping out of their gloves. Buy it here.

Baseball gloves are getting awfully expensive, with prices pushing $300 on gloves that cost half that a decade ago. In this post we rank the best gloves for the infield on a budget, so you can ball out without spending a ton of cash.

1. Mizuno MVP Prime 11.5″: A really nice model for around $100 (many times a good amount less). Can get through a few seasons and features a really nice shallow pocket and Mizuno’s cross web. Highly recommend for tight budgets. Buy it here.
2. Rawlings Encore EC1150: An 11.5″ mitt that features an I-web and shallow pocket. Priced at $160, it’s not the cheapest glove, but it is worth the price and almost half the price of the next Rawlings model. Check it out here.
3. Mizuno Franchise 11.5″: Another Mizuno model, this time priced at $80. Materials don’t feel great, but they will last a few seasons are are the best at the price point. Good pattern for the middle infield as well. Buy it here.
4. Rawlings R9 11.5″: Another $100 option that features materials about the same as the above model. Decent design and pocket, but feels a bit overpriced for what you would be getting. See it here.
5. Wilson A700 11.5″: An $80 glove that really isn’t worth the money. Feels OK, but is mostly built for younger players and won’t stand up to any later teen/high school play. Wilson’s best budget offering. Check it out here.

Some Wild Card Options

• Snagging a discounted A2000 or Heart of the Hide: Sometimes you can find our favorite higher priced models in the $150-$180 range on eBay or Amazon. You can typically find them in July/August, but deals are largely random. Look for an A2000 1786 or HOH PRO204.
• Customized 44 Pro Glove: A fully customized, high quality mitt for $185. Again, may be a bit out of the “budget” category, but you get amazing bang for your buck. We recommend an 11.5″ mitt with an I-web. See them here.

Wilson’s premier A2K series returns for the 2020 and 2021 seasons as one of the best glove series in the world. And once again, Wilson has outdone themselves on the designs and materials on the 2021 Wilson A2K Gloves.

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2021 A2K Materials

The 2021 Wilson A2K Gloves feature the best materials Wilson has to offer, including:

• Pro Stock Select Leather: a buttery smooth leather that will stay strong for many years.
• Double Palm Construction: a double layer of leather in the palm that doubles durability and shock absorption
• Superskin (Some Models): Lightweight synthetic material that decreases weight and increases durability
• Snakeskin (Some Models): Textured leather that adds a cool look and feel to a mitt.

Put all of these together and you get a glove(s) that is sleek, durable, and will help you perform at the highest level in the field.

2021 Wilson A2K Infield Gloves

Here are the infield models in the 2021 Wilson Glove Line:

2021 Wilson A2K 1786

The 1786 is an 11.5 model with an I-web, shallow pocket, and saddle tan and black colorway. It’s our favorite middle infield model for 2020-2021, and you can pick it up here.

2021 Wilson A2K 1786SS

The 1786SS is the same model as the 1786, but with the synthetic Superskin backing. This makes it lighter weight, helping you turn quicker double plays. Get it here.

2021 Wilson A2K 1787

The 1787 is an 11.75″ mitt with an I-web and medium depth pocket. This glove is perfect for second base, shortstop, or third base, and you can buy it here.

2021 Wilson A2K 1795

The 1795 is a 12″ Third Base Mitt with an H-web and deep, rounded pocket. It’s nicknamed “Blaze” for the red/metallic and gray look, and you can get this Western-themed glove here.

2021 Wilson A2K 1795SS

The 1795SS is the same 12-inch, deep pocket model as above, but with a lighter Superskin shell. Buy it here.

2021 Wilson A2K Outfield Gloves

Here are all the 2021 Wilson A2K Outfield Gloves:

2021 Wilson A2K 1799SS

The 1799SS is a 12.75″ Outfield Mitt with an H-web, deep pocket, and Superskin shell. It is one of our favorite outfield models for 2020-2021, and you can pick it up here.

2021 Wilson A2K JS22

The new JS22 is the Juan Soto game model glove and is a replica of the above 12.75″ 1799 with a different colorway. You can buy it here.

2021 Wilson A2K 1775SS

The 1775SS is a 12.75″ mitt with a single post web and deep pocket. It’s a bit different than the above 1799, which we detail below. You can get the 1775SS here.

Compared to the aforementioned 1799, the 1775 will have a rounder pocket and play bigger, which will help you snag more flyballs in the outfield.

2021 Wilson A2K Pitcher’s Gloves

The Following are the Pitcher’s Gloves in the 2021 Glove Line:

2021 Wilson A2K B2

The B2 is a 12″ Pitcher’s glove that comes with a medium-to-deep pocket and grip-concealing 2-Piece Web. Get it here.

2021 Wilson A2K D33

The D33 is an 11.75″ model with a Closed Pro Lace Web, deep, rounded pocket, and Superskin back.

Compared to the B2, it’s a bit shorter, lightweight, but with a deeper pocket. You can buy it here.

2021 Wilson A2K First Base Gloves

Here are all the 1B Mitts in the 2021 Glove Line:

2021 Wilson A2K JA79

The JA79 is the Jose Abreu game model and a 12.5″ 1B mitt with a Snakeskin back and single post web. It’s Wilson’s biggest 1B glove in the A2K model.

In addition, the mitt comes with a “Spin Control” pocket that reduces the changes of a ball popping out of the pocket. Get it here.

2021 Wilson A2K 2820SS

The 2820SS is a 12.25″ First Base Mitt with a Superskin back and Single Post web. This model comes with a deep pocket and double break palm. You can buy it here.

2021 Wilson A2K Catcher’s Mitts

There’s only one A2K Mitt in the 2021 Glove Line, the M1D:

The M1D is a 33.5″ Catcher’s Mitt with a Half-Moon Web and extended pocket. It’s one of the best catcher’s mitts on the market, and you can get it here.

Wilson usually drops their new glove line in August, but for some reason, they just couldn’t wait to release the 2020 A2K models. And that’s certainly good news for us, as these models are straight heat.

Take a peek at the 2020 Wilson A2K Models:

Wilson A2K 1786 and 1786SS

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There are two A2K iterations of the best middle infield mitt in the 2020 glove line, with one model having an all-leather construction and the other having a lightweight Superskin back (learn more).

So whether you like the feel of Superskin or not, there’s an 11.5-inch 2020 Wilson A2K 1786 model to help you dominate the middle infield.

Wilson A2K 1787 and 1787SS

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Just like the 1786, there are two 11.75-inch A2K 1787 models available in the 2020 glove line. And, again, there is one all-leather model and one Superskin model.

The 1787 model is perfect for the left side of the infield, so whether you like Superskin or not, there’s a 1787 model to lock down the hot corner and shortstop.

Wilson A2K 1721

Wilson’s replacement for the DW5 is back for the 2020 glove line in a fresh new colorway. With a 12″ length, H-web, and deep pocket, this glove is built for stopping hot shots to third base.

Wilson A2K 2820SS

The sole A2K first base mitt in the 2020 glove line is the 12.25″ 2820SS. While it’s a rather straightforward mitt, it’s an excellent choice to man first base.

Wilson A2K B2 and D33

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The B2 (left) and the D33 (right) are the two 2020 A2K pitching models, with the B2 as a 12″ two-piece web mitt and the D33 as an 11.75″ modified trapeze loop mitt.

While their differences are rather complex, they can be broken down into this: the B2 has a really simple pattern and close while the D33 has a funky (yet still functional) pattern and close.

Wilson A2K 1799 and 1775

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The 1799 (left) and 1775 (right) comprise the 2020 A2K outfield class, with the 1799 as a 12.75″ H-web mitt and the 1775 as a 12.75″ single post web glove.

The 1799 is a pretty straightforward outfield mitt (and is ranked very well because of this), while the 1775 is a lengthier and narrower model that comes with a comparatively shallow pocket.

Wilson A2K M1

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The sole 2020 A2K catcher’s mitt is the 33.5″ M1, which is a pretty basic model for behind the dish yet still a highly performing one at that.