How an Official MLB Baseball Is Made

For 40 years, Rawlings has been the official supplier of major league baseballs. A lot goes into creating a ball that is worthy of being called up to the big leagues. But once a ball makes its debut, it has an average lifespan of only six or seven pitches.

Sports Illustrated Kids presents the story of one balls journey.

Story by Beth Bugler

Illustrations, Animation, and Narration by Joe Rocco

Music by Heinz Kiessling