This is something we’re really excited about,” MLB commissioner Rob Manfred told The. “We studied the space hard. We think it’s a real opportunity and we’re excited to be

Major League Baseball is making a major investment in professional women's sports. MLB is partnering with the Athletes Unlimited Softball League — which is made up of the best pro softball players in the United States.

Major League Baseball announced a new partnership with a professional softball league to promote the women's game around the country.