: one of the two major leagues in professional U.S. baseball
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New franchises were not absorbed into the National League but instead formed the American League.—Kirk Bowman, The Conversation, 9 June 2026 For much of the season, Wilson was considered the frontrunner for the American League Rookie of the Year award, though teammate Nick Kurtz passed him with a historic power surge to close the season.—Sean Campbell, Sacbee.com, 8 June 2026 The Royals took 3 of 4 in a series between the American League Central rivals at Target Field last weekend.—Betsy Helfand, Twin Cities, 8 June 2026 With the Yankees attempting to remain in the American League playoff picture despite a growing list of injuries, his return would provide a significant boost to the lineup.—Peter Chawaga, Forbes.com, 6 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for the American League