Gold Glove Nominees Glove Brands: 2026 Breakdown by Position

If you've ever wondered which glove brands the 2026 Gold Glove nominees actually use, here's the short answer: it's almost all Rawlings, with a couple of Wilson gloves and one Mizuno mixed in. Every single nominee we tracked down wears one of what I call the Big 3: Rawlings, Wilson, and Mizuno.

I've been in the glove business since 2009, whether that's custom gloves or repair work, and I was fixing gloves for teammates and friends way before that. So when the 2026 Gold Glove nominees came out, I did what any glove nerd would do. I went looking to see who's wearing what.

Which Brands Do the 2026 Gold Glove Nominees Use?

Out of all the nominees across every position, the vast majority wear Rawlings. Only three guys we found wear something different: two in Wilson and one in Mizuno. That's it. No one outside the Big 3.

Here's the quick breakdown:

Rawlings: The overwhelming majority of nominees, at every position.
Wilson: Pete Crow-Armstrong and Cam Smith, both in an A2000 pattern.
Mizuno: Pitcher José Soriano, in the Mizuno Pro series.

A quick note on the wording. Some of these guys are sponsored, some have brand deals, and some simply use the glove they like. I'm lumping it all together as "who's wearing what" because that's really what I was curious about. If there's a better term for it, no hard feelings.

Why Does Rawlings Dominate the Gold Glove?

This one isn't a huge shock. Rawlings is the official glove of Major League Baseball, and they're also the company behind the Gold Glove Award itself. So it makes sense that the guys up for the award are mostly wearing their gear.

From what I found, most of the nominees are rolling custom Rawlings Heart of the Hide or Pro Preferred leather models. Those are the same families of gloves a lot of serious players at every level dream about owning. Does that mean Rawlings is the only way to go? Not at all. But it tells you something about how much trust that name carries at the highest level.

Gold Glove Nominees by Position and Glove Brand

Let me walk through each position so you can see it for yourself. Everyone listed is wearing Rawlings unless I say otherwise.

Pitchers

American League: Tanner Bibee (Rawlings), Jacob deGrom (Rawlings), José Soriano (Mizuno)
National League: Michael McGreevy, Nolan McLean, Chris Sale (all Rawlings)

Soriano is the only pitcher in the group not in a Rawlings, and he's wearing the Mizuno Pro series.

Catchers

American League: Dillon Dingler, Brandon Valenzuela, Austin Wells
National League: Freddy Fermin, Gabriel Moreno, Luis Torrens

All six are Rawlings. A clean sweep behind the plate.

First Base

American League: Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Vinnie Pasquantino, Christian Walker
National League: Ty France, Matt Olson, TJ Rumfield

Another clean sweep, all Rawlings.

Second Base

American League: Michael Massey, Chase Meidroth, Cole Young
National League: Brandon Lowe, Brice Turang, JJ Wetherholt

All Rawlings again.

Third Base

American League: Caleb Durbin, Brooks Lee, Nick Loftin
National League: Alex Bregman, Max Muncy, Javier Sanoja

All Rawlings.

Shortstop

American League: Andrés Giménez, Taylor Walls, Bobby Witt Jr.
National League: Geraldo Perdomo, Dansby Swanson, Masyn Winn

All Rawlings. The whole infield is Rawlings country.

Outfield

Left Field: Cody Bellinger, Wyatt Langford, Chandler Simpson, Jackson Chourio, Ian Happ, Daylen Lile (all Rawlings)
Center Field: Evan Carter, Steven Kwan, Ceddanne Rafaela, Michael Harris II, Andy Pages (Rawlings), and Pete Crow-Armstrong (Wilson)
Right Field: Wilyer Abreu, Nathan Lukes, Carson Benge, Corbin Carroll, Seiya Suzuki (Rawlings), and Cam Smith (Wilson)

The outfield is where the Wilson guys show up, which is kind of fun to see.

Utility

American League: José Caballero, Ezequiel Duran, Zach McKinstry
National League: Mauricio Dubón, Jared Triolo, Ildemaro Vargas

All Rawlings.

What Does This Mean for Your Own Glove?

Here's the takeaway I want you to walk away with. Whether you're a travel ball parent, a high school infielder, or a weekend softball player, the big names make great gloves, and the best glove is the one that fits your hand and your position.

You don't have to wear what the pros wear. But if you do own a Rawlings, Wilson, or Mizuno, you're in good company. And no matter which brand is on the back, the same thing keeps those gloves playing well: good care and good repair.

Laces wear out. Webs loosen up. Pockets lose their shape. Even a Gold Glove nominee's glove needs attention, and the smallest details matter. That's why we built thegloveSOS.com, so you can hook up with providers who have real experience, treat you right, and get your glove back to you on time.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What brand of glove do most Gold Glove nominees use?

Rawlings, by a wide margin. Most of the 2026 nominees we looked at wear Rawlings, with only a few in Wilson and one in Mizuno. All of them fall within the Big 3 brands.

Which Gold Glove nominees don't use Rawlings?

From what we found, pitcher José Soriano wears Mizuno, and Pete Crow-Armstrong and Cam Smith wear Wilson. Everybody else we tracked down is in Rawlings.

Do I need a Rawlings glove to play at a high level?

No. Rawlings, Wilson, and Mizuno all make top-quality gloves. Fit, feel, and the right pattern for your position matter more than the name on it.

Can a glove repair shop fix a high-end glove?

Yes. Relacing, web repair, and other fixes can extend the life of a premium glove. Use thegloveSOS.com to find a trusted glove repair shop near you.

A Quick Disclaimer

This list is based on information I gathered and looked up myself, including photos and other public sources. Some of it could be wrong or out of date. Gloves, sponsorships, and brand deals change, and a player may swap gloves at any time. Treat this as a fun look at who's wearing what, not an official record of endorsements.