Los Angeles Queens and New York Heights begin WPBL season today
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 1, 2026, 8:30 PM
Last updated Aug 1, 2026
The Los Angeles Queens and New York Heights open their Women's Professional Baseball League season today in New York. Ayami Sato pitches for the Queens, while Rakyung Kim starts for the Heights. This game marks the inaugural appearance of the WPBL after more than six decades, celebrating the long-awaited return of women's professional baseball. The opening ceremony starts at 3:00 pm and first pitch is set for 3:50 pm. Fans can watch the game on ESPN Select.
- •Los Angeles Queens face New York Heights in WPBL opener.
- •Ayami Sato starts for the Queens; Rakyung Kim for the Heights.
- •Opening ceremony set for 3:00 pm; first pitch at 3:50 pm.
- •Game marks the return of women's professional baseball since 1954.
- •Coverage available on ESPN Select.
- 8:30 PMYahoo Sports — Los Angeles Queens vs New York Heights — WPBL Discussion thread
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