WPBL a look from Mary Mustard of Towards a More Perfect Game

Mary Mustard and the WPBL

BaseballBiz On Deck welcomes baseball writer Mary Mustard, WPBL blogger, to discuss the inaugural Women's Pro Baseball League (WPBL) season, and the future of the sport.

Mary shares her perspective on the WPBL's four teams, international talent and standout players including Denae Benites, Kelsi Whitmore, Ashton Lansdell and Brittney Apgar.
Mary also discusses changes with the Boston Hunters manager and how Jemile Weeks is infusing the team with positive energy. Plus

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Aug. 18, 2026

WPBL a look from Mary Mustard of Towards a More Perfect Game

Mary Mustard and the WPBL BaseballBiz On Deck welcomes baseball writer Mary Mustard, WPBL blogger, to discuss the inaugural Women's Pro Baseball League (WPBL) season, and the future of the sport. Mary shares her perspective on the WPBL's four teams, international talent and standout players including Denae Benites, Kelsi Whitmore, Ashton Lansdell and Brittney Apgar. Mary also discusses changes with the Boston Hunters manager and how Jemile Weeks is infusing the team with positive energy. Plus

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Aug. 13, 2026

Tampa Bay Rays Roll the West Coast - 3 sweeps & 9 wins in 10 days

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Aug. 4, 2026

MLB Trade Deadline Results & WPBL Inaugural Week in Springfield

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July 30, 2026

Stadium Politics, RaysUp, WBSC in Rockford, Women's #BaseballWorldCupW & AAGPBL

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