- Home
- / American League
- / Which states was the Western League, from which the AL developed, based in?
Which states was the Western League, from which the AL developed, based in?
Great Lakes states
East Coast States
West Coast States
Southern States
Answer
Based in the Great Lakes region, the Western League was a professional baseball league that operated from 1885 to 1899. It was one of the most prominent minor leagues of its era and played a significant role in the development of the American League (AL). Several teams from the Western League joined the AL when it was formed in 1901, including the Cleveland Blues, Detroit Tigers, and Milwaukee Brewers.
Test Your American League Knowledge: A Baseball Fan's Ultimate Quiz!
Subscribe Now!
Learn something
new everyday
Playing quizzes is free! We send 1 quiz every week to your inbox