American League

American  

noun

1. one of the two major professional U.S. baseball leagues, established in 1900. A.L.

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Example Sentences

Hernández, for instance, was the American League’s best pitcher from 2009 through 2014, even if his total ledger doesn’t fully measure up.

From The Wall Street Journal

MLB is the only major North American league not to have a salary cap, instead implementing a luxury tax for teams that exceed a payroll threshold.

From Barron's

Tucker finished fifth in American League MVP voting in 2023, when he hit .284 with 29 home runs and a career-high 122 RBIs.

From Los Angeles Times

Skubal, a flamethrowing left-hander who has won the last two American League Cy Young Awards, is set to become a free agent after the 2026 season.

From The Wall Street Journal

They say they are rebuilding toward their planned 2028 arrival in Las Vegas, and they have an impressive core of position players, including first baseman Nick Kurtz — the American League rookie of the year — shortstop Jacob Wilson, catcher Shea Langeliers, designated hitter Brent Rooker, and outfielders Lawrence Butler and Tyler Soderstrom.

From Los Angeles Times