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I always see players with one batting glove in each hand when they are on base.
in MLB by jasonb1 (100 points)   71 127 6
   

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They hold the gloves so that when they slide into base, they do so with a closed fist as opposed to an open hand.  This prevents the hand, especially the fingers, from being injured.
by jasonb1 (100 points)   71 127 6

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