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In the late 1800s what was the American League baseball referred to by the National League?
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∙ 16y ago
Nonexistant. The American League began play as a major league in 1901. Prior to that, it was known as the Western League and was not considered part of the Majors.
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What is the reason the American League in Major League Baseball is referred to as the Junior Circuit?
Because the National League has been in existence longer than the American League ... the National League's first season as a major league was 1876 and the American League's first season as a major league was 1901.
Are National League baseball games shorter then American League baseball games.?
No, Both American and National league baseball games are 9 innings long
The Chicago Cubs play in the National Baseball League as opposed to American Baseball League?
National
How many baseball terms are in the American baseball league?
There are 16 teams in the American League 14 in the National League
How are the National League and American League in baseball determined?
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What are the baseball leagues called?
The American League and the National League
How many baseball teams are there in the American League?
There are 14 teams in the American League. There are also 16 in the National League.
Did the American League start in 1957?
No. The American League joined the National league in 1901 to form Major League Baseball
What are the names of the 2 leagues in Major League Baseball?
The National League and the American League.
What are the names of the two leagues in Major League Baseball?
The American League and the National League.
How many baseball team's are in the American league?
In 2010 there are 14 American League teams, and 16 National League teams.
How many baseball leagues are there?
There are 2 leagues. American League and National League.
