The Women’s Professional Baseball League has announced the selection of New York, Boston, Los Angeles, and San Francisco as the four cities that will host teams in its inaugural season. Co-founded by Justine Siegal, the league, set to launch in 2026, plans to feature six teams with a regular season, playoffs, and an all-star game.
This league marks the first professional opportunity for women since the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League disbanded in 1954, famously depicted in “A League of Their Own.” The inaugural season will kick off with four teams, each consisting of 15 players.
Following summer tryouts, the top 100 players have advanced to the league’s upcoming draft, which will include notable athletes like former Little League star Mo’ne Davis, Kelsie Whitmore from USA baseball, and Japanese pitcher Ayami Sato. All games in the WPBL’s 2026 season will be held at a neutral venue, with the specific location to be disclosed later.
The league’s choice of the four cities was based on their market size and strong fan base. Justine Siegal expressed excitement about connecting with fans in these renowned sports cities and across the nation.
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