the American League

noun

: one of the two major leagues in professional U.S. baseball

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But with Game 3 of the American League Division Series between the Royals and Astros starting in the second half that afternoon, many fans had left Arrowhead Stadium well before the Chiefs blew a 17-3 lead on two Jay Cutler touchdown passes in the final 3 minutes 5 seconds. Vahe Gregorian, Kansas City Star, 7 Feb. 2025 With pitchers and catchers set to report to camps for spring training, here’s a closer look at some of the major moves for teams in the American League and National League Central divisions. Lamond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2025 Pair this with the fact that the American League East seems to be there for the taking and the Bronx Bombers are a notable winner this offseason. Kristan Hawkins, Newsweek, 6 Feb. 2025 As for other exceptional offerings, a 1915 Boston Red Sox team photo postcard up for grabs has a starting bid of $110,000; the snapshot of the American League team’s roster marks Ruth’s first appearance on any baseball collectible. Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 1 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for the American League 

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