TIP: For uniforms (and, presumably, anything else) caked with dirt, Bulls recommends spraying off as much of it as possible before it even goes into the laundry. He has some chemicals that he uses ...

On the eve of another baseball season, here is a closer look at how laundry is done in the major leagues, along with a few tips for your own dirty uniforms — and other items — at home.

TIP: For uniforms (and, presumably, anything else) caked with dirt, Bulls recommends spraying off as much of it as possible before it even goes into the laundry. He has some chemicals that he uses ...

Dirt on uniforms is more difficult to get out than grass stains. When it comes to the biggest laundry challenges, he preaches patience. "We'll throw it in, and then usually check it again," he says.

Credit: AP/Carolyn Kaster TIP: Dirt on uniforms is more difficult to get out than grass stains. When it comes to the biggest laundry challenges, he preaches patience. “We'll throw it in ...

(AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster) TIP: Dirt on uniforms is more difficult to get out than grass stains. When it comes to the biggest laundry challenges, he preaches patience. “We’ll throw it in ...