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Return To Baseball FAQ Archive   Search the Archives What are baseballs made of? Answered By Bob Hanneck, Editor Generally, the core of the ball is made of rubber, cork or a mixture of the two and sometimes, layered. Its constriction varies. Around these are various linear materials that include twin and yarn. Sometimes wool is also used. A leather cover is used put on in two pieces and is stitched together using 108 stitches of waxed red cotton thread. --- permission must be obtained from editor Bob Hanneck to re-publish --- keywords: Baseball | Softball | MLB | Major League Baseball Baseball Bat

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