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Los Angeles' Women's Pro Baseball League team unveils nickname and logo
By Jonathan Lloyd at NBC Los Angeles (KNBC)
· July 8, 2026
· 2 min read
Introducing, the Los Angeles Queens.
LA’s Women’s Professional Baseball League team was one of four franchises to unveil its nickname and logo Wednesday ahead of the WPBL’s inaugural season. Los Angeles’ team name, like those of all four teams, was inspired by a pioneering figure in various f...
Key takeaway Bills QB reveals his ‘dream' for Los Angeles 2028 The Queens were named after the groundbreaking Lizzie Murphy, aka the “Queen of the Diamond.
Why this matters in The Los Angeles
The introduction of the Los Angeles Queens to the city's sports scene is a significant development, particularly given the team's namesake, Lizzie Murphy, a trailblazer in women's professional baseball. The Queens' roster, featuring notable players like Mo'ne Davis and Ayami Sato, is likely to draw interest from local baseball fans and families. As the inaugural WPBL season approaches, Los Angeles residents can look forward to watching their team compete against other franchises, including the New York Heights. The team's presence may also have a positive impact on local youth baseball programs, potentially inspiring a new generation of young players, especially girls, to take up the sport. With the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics on the horizon, the arrival of the Queens could be a catalyst for increased investment in local sports infrastructure and programming, further solidifying Los Angeles' reputation as a hub for professional and amateur athletics.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 8, 2026 ·
Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Introducing, the Los Angeles Queens.
LA’s Women’s Professional Baseball League team was one of four franchises to unveil its nickname and logo Wednesday ahead of the WPBL’s inaugural season. Los Angeles’ team name, like those of all four teams, was inspired by a pioneering figure in various f...
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