Editor's Picks
There is no pinned content in this Editor's Picks module.
Click here to learn more about content pinning.
-
The following are trademarks or service marks of Major League Baseball entities and may be used only with permission of Major League Baseball Properties, Inc. or the relevant Major League Baseball entity: Major League, Major League Baseball, MLB, the...
-
OPINION By Tony DeMarco NBCSports.com contributor updated 7:00 p.m. ET Feb. 16, 2012 Remember last spring, when the Boston Red Sox were anointed as clear favorites in the American League East after adding Adrian Gonzalez and Carl Crawford? We know how...
-
RNPS IMAGES OF THE YEAR 2011 - Boston Red Sox center fielder Jacoby Ellsbury (L) and right fielder Josh Reddick celebrate after beating the New York Yankees in their MLB American League baseball game at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts August 6, 2011. View Photo »
-
As of right now, I think that's kind of the plan. I'm just enjoying it day by day. I got a ton of games in last year in the American League, and at the start of this year. Being up here is another aspect of my development, facing NHL shots every day.
SOURCE: Denver Post -
He's Outta Here: LHP Mark Buehrle, OF Carlos Quentin, OF Juan Pierre, RHP Sergio Santos, RHP Jason Frasor. Going campin': Ventura was the surprise choice to replace his former teammate, the often outrageous Ozzie Guillen, as manager. And Ventura, the...
-
It's a move seemingly out of left field rather than the infield, but it's a chance for Inge to hold onto a starting spot and play a significant role on a team that's favored to win the American League Central and compete for a pennant. The original...
-
The following are trademarks or service marks of Major League Baseball entities and may be used only with permission of Major League Baseball Properties, Inc. or the relevant Major League Baseball entity: Major League, Major League Baseball, MLB, the...
-
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Justin Verlander smiles after he threw a complete game no-hitter against the Toronto Blue Jays in their MLB baseball game in Toronto in this May 7, 2011 file photograph. Verlander was named the winner of the American... View Photo »
-
I don’t think we’re in position to move anybody ... In the American League, you’re able to get at-bats a number of ways — DH, the corner spots in the infield and the outfield. Right now, we have three different players with the potential to be four different players as assets in that area.
– Jerry Dipoto SOURCE: Rotoworld.com -
-
JG: You have two very good young players that have been up and down: Keith Aulie and Nazem Kadri. The goal at the American league, of course, is to win, but it's also to develop players. When you have guys who are that close ‑‑ they're in the same city...
-
Luke Scott, acquired in the off season from the Orioles, ended last season early to have shoulder surgery. But he appears to be healthy and the Rays will count on him to get on base and provide some power. Scott, a lifetime .264 hitter, had an...
About American League
Wikipedia
The American League of Professional Baseball Clubs, or simply the American League (AL), is one of two leagues that make up Major League Baseball in the United States and Canada. It developed from the Western League, a minor league based in the Great Lakes states, that eventually aspired to major league status. The league is often called the... Full Article
Related Photos
-
AP Photo
A mounted trophy is seen above the American League Champions sign inside the Texas Rangers clubhouse Saturday Oct. 29, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. After coming so agonizingly close to winning their first championship, the Rangers could have all of their key pieces back next year to try...
View Photo » -
AP Photo
The Texas Rangers' Nelson Cruz holds the American League championship most valuable player trophy after winning Game 6 of baseball's AL championship series against the Detroit Tigers 15-5, Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. Texas moves on to the world series.
View Photo » -
AP Photo
Texas Rangers manager Ron Washington holds the American League championship trophy after winning Game 6 of baseball's AL championship series against the Detroit Tigers 15-5, Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. Texas moves on to the world series.
View Photo » -
AP Photo
Texas Rangers president Nolan Ryan holds the American League championship trophy after winning Game 6 of baseball's AL championship series against the Detroit Tigers 15-5, Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. Texas moves on to the world series.
View Photo » -
AP Photo
The Texas Rangers react to winning. the American League championship series against the Detroit Tigers 15-5 at Game 6, Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011, in Arlington, Texas.
View Photo » -
AP Photo
Fireworks explode before Game 6 of baseball's American League championship series between the Texas Rangers and the Detroit Tigers Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011, in Arlington, Texas.
View Photo » -
AP Photo
Fans enter Rangers Stadium before Game 6 of baseball's American League championship series between the Texas Rangers and the Detroit Tigers Saturday, Oct. 15, 2011, in Arlington, Texas.
View Photo » -
AP Photo
Fans enter Comerica Park for Game 3 of baseball's American League championship series between the Texas Rangers and Detroit Tigers, Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2011, in Detroit.
View Photo » -
AP Photo
Fans wave towels before Game 2 of baseball's American League championship series between the Texas Rangers and the Detroit Tigers Monday, Oct. 10, 2011, in Arlington, Texas.
View Photo » -
AP Photo
The field is watered before Game 2 of baseball's American League championship series between the Texas Rangers and the Detroit Tigers Monday, Oct. 10, 2011, in Arlington, Texas.
View Photo » -
AP Photo
A vender repacks shirts after Game 2 of baseball's American League championship series between the Texas Rangers and Detroit Tigers was postponed Sunday, Oct. 9, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. The game will be played on Monday, Oct. 10.
View Photo » -
AP Photo
A vendor sells programs before Game 1 of baseball's American League championship series between the Texas Rangers and the Detroit Tigers, Saturday, Oct. 8, 2011, in Arlington, Texas.
View Photo » -
AP Photo
Detroit Tigers celebrate after winning Game 5 of baseball's American League division series 3-2 over the New York Yankees on Thursday, Oct. 6, 2011, in New York.
View Photo » -
AP Photo
Actor Jeff Daniels performs before Game 3 of baseball's American League division series between the Detroit Tigers and the New York Yankees on Monday, Oct. 3, 2011, in Detroit.
View Photo » -
Reuters Pictures
Detroit Tigers Miguel Cabrera looks before their MLB American League baseball game against the Baltimore Orioles in Detroit, Michigan September 24, 2011.
View Photo » -
Reuters Pictures
Fans arrive for the MLB American League baseball game between the Kansas City Royals and the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts in this file image from July 27, 2011. Founded in 1630, Boston is one of the United States' oldest cities. Picture taken July 27, 2011. To...
View Photo » -
Reuters Pictures
Fans arrive for the MLB American League baseball game between the Kansas City Royals and the Boston Red Sox at Fenway Park in Boston, Massachusetts July 27, 2011.
View Photo » -
Getty Images
PHOENIX, AZ - JULY 12: American League All-Star Jose Bautista #19 of the Toronto Blue Jays at bat during the 82nd MLB All-Star Game at Chase Field on July 12, 2011 in Phoenix, Arizona.
View Photo » -
Getty Images
PHOENIX, AZ - JULY 12: Manager Ron Washington of the American League shakes hands with American League All-Star Adrian Beltre #29 of the Texas Rangers before the start of the 82nd MLB All-Star Game at Chase Field on July 12, 2011 in Phoenix, Arizona.
View Photo » -
Getty Images
PHOENIX, AZ - JULY 12: American League All-Star C.J. Wilson #36 of the Texas Rangers throws a pitch in the fourth inning of the 82nd MLB All-Star Game at Chase Field on July 12, 2011 in Phoenix, Arizona.
View Photo » -
Getty Images
PHOENIX, AZ - JULY 12: (C) American League All-Star C.J. Wilson #36 of the Texas Rangers walks out with teammates before the 82nd MLB All-Star Game at Chase Field on July 12, 2011 in Phoenix, Arizona.
View Photo » -
Getty Images
PHOENIX, AZ - JULY 12: American League All-Star Curtis Granderson #14 of the New York Yankees at bat during the 82nd MLB All-Star Game at Chase Field on July 12, 2011 in Phoenix, Arizona.
View Photo » -
Getty Images
PHOENIX, AZ - JULY 12: American League All-Star Jered Weaver #36 of the Los Angeles Angels on the mound during the 82nd MLB All-Star Game at Chase Field on July 12, 2011 in Phoenix, Arizona.
View Photo » -
Getty Images
PHOENIX, AZ - JULY 12: American League All-Star Adrian Beltre #29 of the Texas Rangers at bat during the 82nd MLB All-Star Game at Chase Field on July 12, 2011 in Phoenix, Arizona.
View Photo » -
Getty Images
PHOENIX, AZ - JULY 12: American League All-Star Jose Bautista #19 of the Toronto Blue Jays is tagged out by National League All-Star Brian McCann #16 of the Atlanta Braves on a throw National League All-Star Hunter Pence #9 of the Houston Astros in the fourth inning of the 82nd MLB All-Star...
View Photo »
AP Photo
A mounted trophy is seen above the American League Champions sign inside the Texas Rangers clubhouse Saturday Oct. 29, 2011, in Arlington, Texas. After coming so agonizingly close to winning their first championship, the Rangers could have all of their key pieces back next year to try...
View Photo »
