American Professional Baseball Association

The American Professional Baseball Association (APBA) was a professional baseball league that operated in the United States from 1881 to 1891. It was an attempt to establish a rival to the established National League and aimed to promote competitive baseball across the country. While it initially attracted attention and several teams, the APBA struggled with financial difficulties and tensions between teams, ultimately leading to its disbandment. The league is notable for its role in the evolution of professional baseball during a time when the sport was expanding and professional teams were becoming more organized.