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The American League was founded in 1894 as a minor league and was known as the Western League. The name was changed to American League for the 1900 season and it remained a minor league. The American League declared itself a major league in 1901 and has been a major league ever since.
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Do the dodgers play for the national league or the American league?
American League teams play the National League teams for four series per season, in what is called "interleague play." also, in the World Series, an American League team plays a National League team.
What league is older- national or American?
National. The National League began play as a major league in 1876 and the American League began play as a major league in 1901.
What league do the tigers play in?
the tigers play in the central division of the American league
Did the American League start in 1957?
No. The American League joined the National league in 1901 to form Major League Baseball
Are the Boston Red Soxs in the American League?
Yes they are they play in the American League East.
What league do the Tampa rays play in?
American League East
In what league do the Texas Rangers play?
The American League.
When did American football league start?
The American Football League first played games in 1960.
What American baseball league plays for Chicago?
The Chicago White Sox play in the American League.
Are the Toronto blue jays American or international?
the Blue Jays are an international team but play in the American league ...
Who of the 2 major league baseball leagues are the oldest?
The National League began play as a major league in 1876. The American League began play as a major league in 1901.
Is the Oakland Athletics American or national?
The Oakland Athletics play in the American League.
