the American League

noun

: 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

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“The American League.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20American%20League. Accessed 16 Jun. 2026.

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