Why is Major League Baseball called MLB instead of the National Baseball League like NHL and NFL

Major League Baseball (MLB) is not called the National Baseball League (NBL) for several reasons:

Historical Precedence: MLB's predecessor organization, the National League, was founded in 1876. When the American League was established in 1901 as a rival league, the term "Major League" was used to distinguish between the two top-level leagues.
Prestige and Recognition: The term "Major" carries a sense of prestige and recognition within the baseball community. It reflects the high level of competition and skill represented by the league.
Parallelism with Other Major Sports: While NHL and NFL stand for the National Hockey League and National Football League, their names continue in the tradition of earlier "national" leagues (e.g., National Hockey Association and American Football League). MLB represents a slight deviation from this pattern.
Trademarked Protection: The MLB brand is a valuable asset that has been trademarked to protect its exclusive use within the sport.
Global Reach: MLB has a significant international presence, with teams in Canada, Japan, and other countries. The term "Major League" is more universally recognized than "National Baseball League."

Why are NHL and NFL called "National" leagues?
- NHL and NFL's names reflect their status as the top-level professional leagues in their respective sports.
Is MLB older than NHL and NFL?
- Yes, MLB is the oldest of the three professional leagues, having been founded over a decade before NHL and NFL.
What is the difference between MLB and the Minor Leagues?
- MLB is the top level of professional baseball, while the Minor Leagues consist of several levels of lower-division teams.
Do other sports leagues use the term "Major League"?
- Yes, other sports leagues such as Major League Soccer (MLS) and Major League Lacrosse (MLL) use the term "Major League."
What does the "B" in MLB stand for?
- The "B" in MLB does not stand for anything; it is simply a grammatical convention that adds a plural ending to the acronym.

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Why is Major League Baseball called MLB instead of the National Baseball League like NHL and NFL?