first division
Americannoun
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Last season, the upstart Mariners finally broke through after years of promise, winning 90 games and claiming their first division crown since 2001.
From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 24, 2026
It is made up almost entirely of Norwegians and they have been working wonders since a return to the Eliteserien, Norway's first division, in 2018.
From Barron's ● Feb. 25, 2026
In 2023, he sought a new challenge in the Dutch first division.
From BBC ● Mar. 6, 2025
In the AL West’s most winnable season in recent memory, Seattle touts the pitching staff to capture its first division crown since 2001.
From Seattle Times ● May 30, 2024
The first division, containing five hundred men, was commanded by Winfield Scott, who volunteered for the service, followed by Colonel Porter with the field train.
From The Second War with England, Vol. 1 of 2 by Joel Tyler Headley
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