When the Athletes Unlimited Softball League opens the 2026 season on Tuesday evening, the No. 2 overall pick will be absent.

The league, in its third season, has six teams after the addition of expansion franchises in Oklahoma City and Portland.

When the Athletes Unlimited Softball League opens the 2026 season on Tuesday evening, the No. 2 overall pick will be absent.

Former Texas Tech pitcher NiJaree Canady, the No. 2 pick in the AUSL draft, has yet to sign with the Texas Volts.

After her agent’s statement prompted discourse across softball, Canady has agreed to terms with AUSL.