Major League Baseball: Quick Facts

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News •

MLB editorial workers form union in what may be a first for major U.S. sports leagues • Nov. 11, 2026, 9:56 AM ET (New York Times)

Tarik Skubal, Corey Seager and a ticking clock: MLB’s offseason takes shape in Las Vegas • Nov. 11, 2026, 5:30 AM ET (New York Times)

‘Figure it out’: Red Sox legend implores MLB, players to avoid lockout • Nov. 8, 2026, 5:32 AM ET (Boston Herald)

Major League Baseball proposes delaying salary cap start until 2028 in talks with players • Nov. 3, 2026, 9:51 PM ET (AP)

Bednar, Suzuki and Arozarena are among 8 MLB players receiving $23.15 million qualifying offers • Nov. 3, 2026, 5:46 PM ET (AP)

Facts

Also Known As	MLB
Date	1903 - present
Areas Of Involvement	Baseball • World Series

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Serena Williams poses with the Daphne Akhurst Trophy after winning the Women's Singles final against Venus Williams of the United States on day 13 of the 2017 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 28, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. (tennis, sports)

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Serena Williams poses with the Daphne Akhurst Trophy after winning the Women's Singles final against Venus Williams of the United States on day 13 of the 2017 Australian Open at Melbourne Park on January 28, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. (tennis, sports)

Great Moments in Sports Quiz

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