Infielder | University of Washington | Carolina Blaze
About Baylee Klingler
Baylee Klingler is a professional softball infielder for the Carolina Blaze of the Athletes Unlimited Softball League. Drafted 31st overall in the eighth round of the inaugural 2025 AUSL draft, Klingler quickly established herself as one of the most dangerous hitters in the league, delivering one of the most dominant individual weekends in AUSL history.
A four-year starter at the University of Washington, Klingler ranks third on the program’s career lists for batting average (.420), slugging percentage (.795), and on-base percentage (.499). She was a three-time NFCA All-American and the 2022 Pac-12 Player of the Year, finishing her college career with 256 hits, 57 home runs, and 204 RBIs across 197 games.
Career Highlights
- Carolina Blaze infielder (2025 AUSL season)
- Three-time NFCA All-American (First Team 2022, 2023)
- 2022 Pac-12 Player of the Year and Pac-12 Triple Crown winner
- Career at Washington: .420 BA, .795 SLG, 57 HR, 204 RBI in 197 games
- Hit the first-ever AUSL grand slam
- 2017 WBSC Junior Women’s World Championship gold medalist (Team USA)
AUSL Profile
- AUSL Team: Carolina Blaze
- Position: Infielder
- College: University of Washington
- Draft: Round 8, Pick 31 (2025 AUSL Draft)
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Baylee Klingler?
Baylee Klingler is a professional softball infielder for the Carolina Blaze of the AUSL. She was a three-time NFCA All-American and the 2022 Pac-12 Player of the Year at the University of Washington.
What AUSL team is Baylee Klingler on?
Baylee Klingler plays for the Carolina Blaze. She was drafted 31st overall in the eighth round of the inaugural 2025 AUSL draft.
What are Baylee Klingler’s college stats?
At Washington, Klingler posted a .420 career batting average with a .795 slugging percentage, 57 home runs, and 204 RBIs across 197 starts from 2020 to 2023.
Did Baylee Klingler hit the first AUSL grand slam?
Yes. Klingler hit the first grand slam in AUSL history during a dominant weekend against the Talons in the 2025 season.