Local famous author John Steinbeck and his writing influenced the league's team names.

In July 2011, Monterey Bay was accepted as an apprentice member of the Women's Flat Track Derby Association.

Their home rink, Water City,[7] closed during the COVID-19 pandemic shutdowns.

Former teams include Babes of Wrath, Steinwreckers and the Dread Ponies (junior).

According to California Derby Galaxy, MBRD will compete in the Quasars division for the 2023 season.