McKinney, TX - February 8, 2016 - The Dallas Charge announced today that they have completed a trade of draft picks with the Chicago Bandits. The Charge acquired the Bandits sixth round pick in the upcoming draft. They dealt their 2017 sixth round pick to Chicago.
The move gives the Charge four picks in this years draft. In addition to the sixth round pick the second year team has selections in the second, third and fifth rounds. The Charge traded their 2016 first round pick for the fourth pick overall in 2015. This year's fourth round pick was traded last year for catcher Kaylyn Castillo.
Dallas Charge General Manager, Kevin Shelton, explained, "The move was a good fit for both teams. Though we had a solid start in 2015, we need to continue to work and build on that success. The draft is an important way to do that. Adding another pick this year will help us optimzie the necessary versatility and flexibility."
About Dallas Charge
The Dallas Charge, headquartered in McKinney, TX, began competition in the National Pro Fastpitch league in 2015. The Charge provide elite softball players the opportunity to pursue a professional career and inspire the next generation of professionals. Located in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, the Charge organization and its players are committed to demonstrating leadership in community involvement, entertainment, and professionalism. Follow the Dallas Charge at www.dallascharge.com
About National Pro Fastpitch:
National Pro Fastpitch is headquartered in Nashville, TN. The league, created to give elite female fast pitch players the opportunity to pursue a professional career in their chosen sport, has operated since 1997 under the names of Women's Pro Fastpitch (WPF) and Women's Pro Softball League (WPSL). NPF is the official Development Partner of Major League Baseball in the category of women's fast pitch softball since 2002. www.profastpitch.com