The league plans to cut rosters from 30 to 15 players for the start of the season, with all games played at a single venue, Robin Roberts Stadium.

Profiles showcased during the draft highlighted Katherine Murphy and Jacqueline Reynolds, detailing their backgrounds, paths to baseball, and reactions to the historic process.

Davis’s ongoing prominence underscores her trailblazing role for women in baseball and her status as a continuing symbol of breaking barriers.

Draft-eligible players attended a watch party to witness selections on a big screen, with players like Jaqui Reynolds highlighting the personal significance of pursuing a pro career.

McCullough, one of the draftees, spoke about feeling inspired to empower younger girls and representing her Bay Area hometown, expressing deep gratitude at being drafted.

The draft carried a broader message of increased visibility for women in baseball and inspiration for girls worldwide who may now see professional opportunities.

The Women's Pro Baseball League (WPBL) held its inaugural draft at JetBlue Park, marking the return of professional women’s baseball in the U.S. with four founding teams—San Francisco, New York, Boston and Los Angeles—and a 2026 season set to begin in Springfield, Illinois.

Mo’ne Davis was selected by Los Angeles with the 10th overall pick, a moment she described as a historic milestone and a surprise given an earlier arm issue.

Davis, 24, expressed being surprised to go 10th due to her arm issue and shared excitement about the milestone and start of a professional career.

Mary Grace O’Neill, a 22-year-old center fielder with a multi-sport softball background, was highlighted for speed and athleticism as she enters baseball.

Family and supporters gathered at a South Philadelphia recreation center to celebrate the draft, underscoring community excitement.

Denae Benites went sixth overall to New York and called the moment a dream come true, emphasizing the emotional impact of participating in history.