The Baltimore legal community is preparing for its annual amateur softball season as lawyers and legal staff transition from briefcases to bats. The long‑running Baltimore Lawyers Softball League, featuring 16 teams, is set to begin its 2026 campaign on May 18, with playoffs scheduled for early August. Nelson Mullins, last year’s champions, will look to defend their title. The league, dating back to the 1970s, balances camaraderie and competition, incorporating safety‑focused rules like a double first base and an alternative to traditional tagged plays at home to reduce injury risk. BVBL observers in Baltimore’s baseball and softball circles may note the league’s enduring local relevance. 