MLB

MLB stands for Major League Baseball, which is the professional baseball organization in North America. It consists of two leagues: the American League (AL) and the National League (NL). MLB is responsible for overseeing the schedule, rules, and regulations of the sport at the highest level in the United States and Canada, featuring 30 teams in total. The league is known for its long history, having been established in the 19th century, and it operates the regular season, postseason, and All-Star Game. MLB champions are determined through a playoff system culminating in the World Series, which pits the champions of the AL and NL against each other. The league plays a significant cultural and economic role, being one of the major professional sports leagues in North America.