1947 All-American Girls Baseball League All-Star Team Photo Collage
The page from the 1948 Major League Baseball Facts and Figures publication highlights the All-Star team of the 1947 All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL), a groundbreaking league that showcased women's talents in a professional baseball setting during and after World War II. Featured players include Audrey Wagner, Edythe Perlick, and Jo Lenard in the outfield, alongside pitcher Mildred Earp and catcher Ruth Lessing. Doris Sams, recognized as the "Player of the Year," played both as a pitcher and outfielder, exemplifying the versatility and skill showcased in the league. The AAGPBL was pivotal in promoting women's sports and helped to pave the way for future generations of female athletes.