Transition words: but, for example, first, and finally, this, also

Though baseball players use less equipment than players in many other sports, they still need certain basics to play the game safely and well. _______________ , of course, each player needs a bat and glove. This personal equipment allows players to play positions in the diamond or out on the field, but also lets them come up to bat. _______________ players may _______________ need more specialized safety equipment, depending on their position. _________________________ , when batting, they wear a helmet to protect against being hit with the ball, and may wear shin or arm guards as well. _________________________ , catchers wear specialized masks, chest protectors, and shin guards. Using the right equipment is just as important in baseball as in any other sport.​