SALT LAKE CITY — Dallas Escobedo Magee, a 2020 Tokyo Olympian and former National Pro Fastpitch first overall draft pick, signed with the Utah Talons for the 2026 AUSL season on April 2, 2026, joining the defending league champions’ pitching staff ahead of the June 9 season opener.
A Veteran Presence for the Defending Champions
Escobedo Magee brings an elite professional resume to a Talons roster that won the 2025 AUSL championship. The signing marks the first roster addition for Utah since the team’s December expansion draft. The Talons secured her signing rights through the AUSL’s lottery system, which saw multiple teams competing for her services.
Her credentials are extensive. At Arizona State, Escobedo Magee helped the Sun Devils win the 2011 Women’s College World Series as a freshman, earning Pac-10 Freshman of the Year honors and co-Most Outstanding Player recognition at the WCWS. She was then selected with the first overall pick in the 2014 National Pro Fastpitch draft by the Pennsylvania Rebellion.
International Experience and Olympic Pedigree
Escobedo Magee competed professionally in Japan’s Diamond League with Toyota Industries Shining Vega since 2019, stepping away from international play to join the AUSL for the 2026 season. Her most notable international moment came at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, where she represented Team Mexico — posting a 2–2 record over 20.0 innings pitched, a 2.45 ERA, a 1.15 WHIP, and 13 strikeouts on the Olympic stage.
Talons Roster Still Building
The signing does not complete the Talons’ roster. According to the team, Utah still has space for one additional pitcher and will make two selections in the May 4 AUSL College Draft to finalize its 2026 lineup. The 2026 AUSL College Draft takes place on ESPN2 at 7 p.m. ET, with the Carolina Blaze holding the first overall pick.
Looking Ahead
For the Talons, adding a pitcher of Escobedo Magee’s caliber before the draft signals an aggressive posture by a defending champion. Utah enters 2026 as one of the most watched franchises in the AUSL, and the addition of an Olympian to an already deep pitching staff raises expectations ahead of the June 9 season opener.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Dallas Escobedo Magee?
Dallas Escobedo Magee is a professional softball pitcher who was the first overall pick in the 2014 National Pro Fastpitch draft, a 2020 Tokyo Olympian for Team Mexico, and a longtime professional in Japan’s Diamond League with Toyota Industries Shining Vega. She starred at Arizona State, winning the 2011 WCWS.
Why did the Utah Talons sign Dallas Escobedo Magee?
The Talons secured Escobedo Magee’s signing rights through the AUSL lottery system, adding an experienced veteran to the defending 2025 AUSL championship pitching staff.
Is the Utah Talons roster complete after signing Dallas Escobedo Magee?
No. The Talons still have room for one additional pitcher and will also make two selections in the 2026 AUSL College Draft on May 4 to finalize their 2026 roster.
When do the Utah Talons open the 2026 AUSL season?
The 2026 AUSL season opener is June 9. The Utah Talons are the defending 2025 AUSL league champions.
About the AUSL
The Athletes Unlimited Softball League is a professional softball league featuring six teams across major U.S. markets. Under Commissioner Kim Ng, the AUSL represents the next era of professional softball in America, with games airing on ESPN and ABC. The 2026 season begins June 9.
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