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Stay informed with the latest buzz in Major League Pickleball through our MLP News category. From thrilling tournament results and rising stars to groundbreaking initiatives and community events, we bring you up-to-the-minute updates on all the action from the MLP courts. Major League Pickleball revolutionizes the sport with its dynamic team-based format, aiming to elevate pickleball by creating an engaging, competitive, and entertaining league. Founded in 2021, the league has rapidly gained popularity, setting a new standard for professional pickleball. With a unique format, including drafts and trades, and a season culminating in the MLP Championship, the league showcases top talent and provides unforgettable moments for fans. Through community partnerships and youth programs, MLP is committed to growing the sport and fostering inclusivity.

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New York Hustlers Finalize Major Trades Ahead of 2025 Major League Pickleball Season

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New York Hustlers Finalize Major Trades: Major League Pickleball (MLP) announced two significant trades on Tuesday afternoon, both involving the New York Hustlers. The moves bring Lingwei Kong and Stephen Madonia to New York while sending Danna Funaro to...

MiLP at Fair Expo Center Pickleball Tournament Coming to Miami on May 17

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The MiLP at Fair Expo Center Pickleball Tournament will take place on May 17, 2025, at the Fair Expo Miami Fairgrounds in Miami, Florida. Hosted by Fair Expo Center Pickleball, this event is part of The Dink Minor League...

Minor League Pickleball Tournament at Bardmoor Scheduled for April 12-13 in Florida

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Minor League Pickleball Tournament at Bardmoor: The MLP at Bardmoor pickleball tournament will take place on April 12-13, 2025, at the Bardmoor Golf & Tennis Club in Seminole, Florida. Hosted by All Florida Pickleball, this Minor League Pickleball event...

Eugenie Bouchard’s MLP Move to Phoenix Flames Sparks Social Media Frenzy

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Eugenie Bouchard’s MLP Move: Eugenie Bouchard has been traded from the New Jersey 5s to the Phoenix Flames in the latest Major League Pickleball (MLP) draft, and social media is having fun with it. The former Wimbledon finalist, who...

Collegiate Pickleball Players Enter MLP Through 2025 MLP Free Agency Draft

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Collegiate Pickleball Players Enter MLP: For the first time in Major League Pickleball (MLP) history, collegiate players have been selected in the MLP Free Agency Draft, signaling a major shift in how young talent reaches the professional level. Ava...

Eugenie Bouchard Joins Phoenix Flames After Brief Stint with New Jersey 5s

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Eugenie Bouchard Joins Phoenix Flames: Eugenie Bouchard, the Canadian tennis and pickleball star, was unexpectedly drafted by Major League Pickleball’s New Jersey 5s just days after being acquired in the MLP Challenger Level Free Agency Draft. However, on March...

Bay Area Breakers Partner with FANCLB to Elevate Pickleball Fan Experience

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Bay Area Breakers Partner with FANCLB: The Bay Area Breakers, a Challenger Level team in Major League Pickleball (MLP), have announced a new partnership with FANCLB, a fan engagement platform, to bring exclusive content, interactive experiences, and unique rewards...

Noe Khlif Returns to Miami Pickleball Club in Major MLP Trade

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Noe Khlif Returns to Miami Pickleball Club: Major League Pickleball announced a major trade Wednesday morning, sending Noe Khlif to Miami Pickleball Club and Eric Oncins to the Texas Ranchers. The move, which includes cash considerations for Miami, comes...

New Jersey 5s Make Big Move Trading Genie Bouchard for Meghan Dizon

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New Jersey 5s Make Big Move: Major League Pickleball saw a significant roster shakeup on Wednesday as the New Jersey 5s traded Genie Bouchard to the Phoenix Flames in exchange for Meghan Dizon. This move comes just days after...

How Evan Floersch and the Texas Ranchers Are Elevating Major League Pickleball

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Evan Floersch and the Texas Ranchers: As Major League Pickleball (MLP) expands, Evan Floersch, CEO of the Texas Ranchers, is leading the charge to turn professional pickleball into a mainstream sports powerhouse. With a strategic vision and a focus...

Eugenie Bouchard Refutes MLP Withdrawal Claims, Pledges Loyalty to New Jersey 5s

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Eugenie Bouchard Refutes MLP Withdrawal Claims: Canadian tennis star-turned-pickleball player Eugenie Bouchard has dismissed rumors suggesting she might skip the 2025 Major League Pickleball (MLP) season due to personal plans. After being selected eighth overall by the New Jersey...

MLP Challenger Level Free Agency Draft, Challenger Teams Finalize Lineups for 2025

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The MLP Challenger Level Free Agency Draft took place, with teams bidding draft points for selection spots rather than individual players. Each team strategically secured players to complete their four-player rosters, setting the stage for an exciting 2025 Major...

Zane Navratil Explains MLP Free Agency Draft, How Top Signings Are Reshaping Major League Pickleball

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Zane Navratil Explains MLP Free Agency Draft: Major League Pickleball (MLP) is undergoing a seismic shift as it launches its first-ever free agency period, and professional player Zane Navratil has provided expert insight into the process. In a recent...

2025 MLP Premier Free Agency Draft Grades and Analysis, Breaking Down Every Selection

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MLP Premier Free Agency Draft Grades: The 2025 Major League Pickleball (MLP) Premier Level Free Agency Draft took place on Sunday, March 2, at noon ET, where 16 Premier Level teams completed their six-player rosters for the upcoming season. Using...

2025 MLP Premier Level Free Agency Draft Recap: Full Results and Key Takeaways

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2025 MLP Premier Level Free Agency Draft: The 2025 Major League Pickleball (MLP) Premier Level Free Agency Draft took place on Sunday, March 2, at 12 p.m. ET, marking a crucial moment for 16 Premier Level teams as they...

MLP Free Agency Draft 2025, Teams Finalizing Rosters for a Dramatic Season

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MLP Free Agency Draft 2025: The 2025 Major League Pickleball (MLP) Free Agency Drafts will take place on March 2 and March 3, allowing Premier and Challenger teams to complete their rosters for the upcoming season. Using a dynamic bidding...

Top Men in the MLP Free-Agency Draft: Who’s Getting Picked First?

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Top Men in the MLP Free-Agency Draft: The Major League Pickleball (MLP) free-agency draft is scheduled for this weekend, with teams looking to strengthen their rosters. Several top players, men and women, are available, and franchises will aim to...

Who Are the Top Women in the MLP Draft? Analyzing This Year’s Picks

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Top Women in the MLP Draft: The Major League Pickleball (MLP) free-agency draft is set to take place this weekend, with teams preparing to strengthen their rosters. With top talent available, teams will focus on filling key gaps to...

Dink Minor League Pickleball Expands to Canada Under Yui See Lau

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The Dink Minor League Pickleball (MILP) is expanding to Canada, introducing its exciting team-based competition format to a growing pickleball community. Yui See Lau has been appointed as the Director of Minor League Pickleball Canada to lead this expansion. A...

MLP’s Controversial New Rules Could Lead to More Player Movement in 2025!

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MLP’s Controversial New Rules: Major League Pickleball (MLP) is implementing three significant rule changes for the 2025 season. Announced in their updated 2025 Competition Structure Overview on February 21, these adjustments aim to improve fairness, increase player participation, and...
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