Shifts in Major League Pickleball Standings: The latest standings after the 2025 MLP Austin in Major League Pickleball show the Orlando Squeeze leading the Premier Level with 10 wins, while the Las Vegas Night Owls top the Challenger Level with 5 wins. These rankings reflect growing competition as teams aim for playoff spots in the 2025 MLP season.
Premier Level Leaders
The Orlando Squeeze is currently in first place in the Premier Level. With 10 wins and 5 losses, they have earned 28 points and average 1.87 points per match. They have also won 8 regular matches and 2 Dreambreakers.
Close behind are the St. Louis Shock and New Jersey 5s. The St. Louis Shock remain undefeated with 8 wins, 0 losses, and 23 points. They lead the league in points per match, averaging 2.88. The New Jersey 5s also have 8 wins but 2 losses, earning 23 points with a 2.30 average.
The Dallas Flash Pickleball is also unbeaten with 8 wins. They have 22 points and are scoring an average of 2.75 points per match. Their performance puts them in a strong position moving forward.
Mid-Table Teams
The Columbus Sliders have 7 wins and 4 losses with 20 points. They are followed by the Texas Ranchers with 5 wins, 3 losses, and 16 points. The Miami Pickleball Club has played the most matches at 15 but has only managed 6 wins and 16 points.
Other mid-table teams include the Brooklyn Pickleball Team and the Chicago Slice, each with 2 wins. The Atlanta Bouncers, Phoenix Flames, and New York Hustlers have also struggled to stay consistent in the standings.
The Los Angeles Mad Drops have 1 win in 3 matches. The Carolina Hogs are still looking for their first win after 8 losses. The SoCal Hard Eights and Utah Black Diamonds have also yet to secure a victory.
| Team | Wins | Losses | Points | Reg Wins | Reg Losses | DB Wins | DB Losses | Matches | PTS/Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orlando Squeeze | 10 | 5 | 28 | 8 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 15 | 1.87 |
| St. Louis Shock | 8 | 0 | 23 | 7 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 8 | 2.88 |
| New Jersey 5s | 8 | 2 | 23 | 6 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 10 | 2.30 |
| Dallas Flash Pickleball | 8 | 0 | 22 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 8 | 2.75 |
| Columbus Sliders | 7 | 4 | 20 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 11 | 1.82 |
| Texas Ranchers | 5 | 3 | 16 | 5 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 2.00 |
| Miami Pickleball Club | 6 | 9 | 16 | 3 | 8 | 3 | 1 | 15 | 1.07 |
| Brooklyn Pickleball Team | 2 | 3 | 8 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 5 | 1.60 |
| Chicago Slice | 2 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 1.00 |
| Atlanta Bouncers | 3 | 6 | 8 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 9 | 0.89 |
| Phoenix Flames | 2 | 6 | 7 | 0 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 8 | 0.88 |
| New York Hustlers | 2 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0.71 |
| Los Angeles Mad Drops | 1 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 1.33 |
| Carolina Hogs | 0 | 8 | 2 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 2 | 8 | 0.25 |
| SoCal Hard Eights | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0.50 |
| Utah Black Diamonds | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 0.33 |
Challenger Level Update
In the Challenger Level, the Las Vegas Night Owls lead the pack with 5 wins and no losses. They have earned 13 points and average 2.60 points per match. Their strong Dreambreaker record gives them a clear edge.
The Nashville Chefs follow with 3 wins and 2 losses for a total of 10 points. They have performed well in regular matches and Dreambreakers, averaging 2.00 points per match.
The D.C. Pickleball Team is close behind with 2 wins and 3 losses, collecting 9 points and a 1.80 average.
The Bay Area Breakers and California Black Bears each have 2 wins and 3 losses. Florida Smash is at the bottom with 1 win and 4 losses, totaling 3 points.
| Team | Wins | Losses | Points | Reg Wins | Reg Losses | DB Wins | DB Losses | Matches | PTS/Match |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas Night Owls | 5 | 0 | 13 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 5 | 2.60 |
| Nashville Chefs | 3 | 2 | 10 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 5 | 2.00 |
| D.C. Pickleball Team | 2 | 3 | 9 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 5 | 1.80 |
| Bay Area Breakers | 2 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1.00 |
| California Black Bears | 2 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 1.00 |
| Florida Smash | 1 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 0.60 |
What This Means
These standings show how competitive Major League Pickleball has become. Teams like the Orlando Squeeze and Las Vegas Night Owls are setting the pace. Meanwhile, teams near the bottom still have time to improve.
As the season continues, standings will shift. Strong Dreambreaker performances could be the difference in close matches. Fans can expect more exciting games ahead as teams fight for playoff spots.
News in Brief: Shifts in Major League Pickleball Standings
The Orlando Squeeze led the MLP Premier Level with 10 wins, while the undefeated Las Vegas Night Owls topped the Challenger Level after the 2025 MLP Austin. Close competition continues among top teams like the St. Louis Shock and Dallas Flash Pickleball. Lower-ranked teams still have time to recover as the season progresses.
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