Ashton Lansdell has officially re-signed with the Los Angeles Queens for the 2027 Women’s Pro Baseball League season. Lansdell, a barrier-breaking utility infielder and team captain, led the Queens to the inaugural WPBL championship in 2026 with a victory over the San Francisco Firebells in a five-game series.
During the 2026 season, Lansdell posted a .474 batting average, a .615 on-base percentage, and an .868 slugging percentage, along with 4 home runs and 11 RBIs. She delivered a crucial three-run home run in the postseason that helped secure the championship title for the Queens. Lansdell was selected seventh overall in the 2025 WPBL Draft.
Her international career includes representing the USA Baseball Women’s National Team from 2018 through 2024, highlighted by a Silver Medal at the 2024 Women’s Baseball World Cup. Lansdell has also been recognized by Major League Baseball as a female superstar and has participated in Home Run Derby X events globally. She will return to play with Banana Ball’s Party Animals on their 2027 tour.
Before her professional career, Lansdell broke barriers as the first female varsity baseball starter in Cobb County and the first woman to play NJCAA baseball at Georgia Highlands College. She also played collegiate softball at Florida International University and Ole Miss.
WPBL Commissioner and Co-Founder Justine Siegal praised Lansdell’s impact and performance, emphasizing that retaining her ensures fans will witness continued historic achievements as the Queens defend their title in 2027. The WPBL Exclusive Player Re-signing Window runs from November 9 to November 20, 2026.
CSB Take
Ashton Lansdell’s re-signing is a pivotal moment for the Los Angeles Queens as they prepare to defend their WPBL championship in 2027. Her exceptional talent, leadership, and groundbreaking career set a high standard and inspire growth in women’s professional baseball. Maintaining such a key player not only strengthens the team’s prospects but also helps elevate the league’s profile and competitive spirit going forward.
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