Major League Baseball (MLB) is the oldest professional sports league in the United States and Canada. Since its inception in 1876, the game has undergone many changes, both in the rules and the teams that compete. The all-time leader in wins is the New York Yankees, with over 10,000 wins in the regular season and over 11,000 wins in the postseason. The second-most successful team is the St. Louis Cardinals, who have won approximately 9,000 games in the regular season and 10,000 in the postseason. But who has the most wins in MLB history?
MLB All-Time Leaders in Wins
When it comes to total wins, the New York Yankees lead the way with a whopping 11,451 wins. This includes 10,288 regular season wins and 1,163 postseason wins. The St. Louis Cardinals are in second place with 10,841 wins (9,636 regular season, 1,205 postseason). Other teams that have won more than 5,000 wins include the San Francisco Giants (9,669), the Los Angeles Dodgers (9,637), the Chicago Cubs (9,542), the Boston Red Sox (8,854), and the Philadelphia Phillies (8,742).
MLB All-Time Leaders in Postseason Wins
When it comes to postseason wins, the New York Yankees lead the way with 1,163 wins. This includes 804 wins in the World Series, 318 wins in the American League Division Series, and 41 wins in the American League Championship Series. The St. Louis Cardinals are second with 1,205 postseason wins, including 801 in the World Series, 344 in the National League Division Series, and 60 in the National League Championship Series. Other teams that have won more than 500 postseason wins include the Boston Red Sox (1,041), the Los Angeles Dodgers (1,017), the San Francisco Giants (1,006), the Chicago Cubs (943), and the Philadelphia Phillies (831).
MLB All-Time Leaders in Regular Season Wins
When it comes to regular season wins, the New York Yankees lead the way with 10,288 wins. This includes 8,192 wins in the American League East, 1,876 wins in the American League Central, and 220 wins in the American League West. The St. Louis Cardinals are second with 9,636 wins, including 7,743 wins in the National League East, 1,513 wins in the National League Central, and 380 wins in the National League West. Other teams that have won more than 5,000 regular season wins include the San Francisco Giants (9,669), the Los Angeles Dodgers (9,637), the Chicago Cubs (9,542), the Boston Red Sox (8,854), and the Philadelphia Phillies (8,742).
MLB All-Time Leaders in Winning Percentage
When it comes to winning percentage, the New York Yankees lead the way with a .573 winning percentage. This includes a .574 winning percentage in the regular season and a .568 winning percentage in the postseason. The St. Louis Cardinals are second with a .564 winning percentage, including a .564 winning percentage in the regular season and a .563 winning percentage in the postseason. Other teams that have a winning percentage of .500 or higher include the San Francisco Giants (.569), the Los Angeles Dodgers (.567), the Chicago Cubs (.566), the Boston Red Sox (.553), and the Philadelphia Phillies (.547).
MLB All-Time Leaders in World Series Wins
When it comes to World Series wins, the New York Yankees lead the way with 27 titles. This includes 14 American League titles and 13 World Series titles. The St. Louis Cardinals are second with 11 World Series titles, including nine National League titles and two World Series titles. Other teams that have won more than five World Series titles include the San Francisco Giants (7), the Los Angeles Dodgers (6), the Boston Red Sox (5), the Chicago Cubs (3), and the Philadelphia Phillies (2).
MLB All-Time Leaders in American League Division Series Wins
When it comes to American League Division Series wins, the New York Yankees lead the way with 31 wins. This includes 18 wins in the AL East, 7 wins in the AL Central, and 6 wins in the AL West. The Boston Red Sox are second with 25 wins, including 15 wins in the AL East, 8 wins in the AL Central, and 2 wins in the AL West. Other teams that have won more than 10 American League Division Series wins include the Cleveland Indians (13), the Houston Astros (12), the Oakland Athletics (12), the Toronto Blue Jays (11), and the Tampa Bay Rays (10).
MLB All-Time Leaders in National League Division Series Wins
When it comes to National League Division Series wins, the St. Louis Cardinals lead the way with 33 wins. This includes 20 wins in the NL East, 8 wins in the NL Central, and 5 wins in the NL West. The Los Angeles Dodgers are second with 28 wins, including 16 wins in the NL East, 8 wins in the NL Central, and 4 wins in the NL West. Other teams that have won more than 10 National League Division Series wins include the San Francisco Giants (15), the Chicago Cubs (13), the Atlanta Braves (12), the New York Mets (11), and the Washington Nationals (10).
MLB All-Time Leaders in American League Championship Series Wins
When it comes to American League Championship Series wins, the New York Yankees lead the way with 41 wins. This includes 24 wins in the AL East, 10 wins in the AL Central, and 7 wins in the AL West. The Boston Red Sox are second with 34 wins, including 18 wins in the AL East, 10 wins in the AL Central, and 6 wins in the AL West. Other teams that have won more than 10 American League Championship Series wins include the Cleveland Indians (16), the Oakland Athletics (15), the Kansas City Royals (13), the Toronto Blue Jays (12), and the Minnesota Twins (11).
MLB All-Time Leaders in National League Championship Series Wins
When it comes to National League Championship Series wins, the St. Louis Cardinals lead the way with 60 wins. This includes 38 wins in the NL East, 12 wins in the NL Central, and 10 wins in the NL West. The Los Angeles Dodgers are second with 43 wins, including 25 wins in the NL East, 10 wins in the NL Central, and 8 wins in the NL West. Other teams that have won more than 10 National League Championship Series wins include the San Francisco Giants (32), the Chicago Cubs (20), the Atlanta Braves (17), the New York Mets (14), and the Washington Nationals (12).
Conclusion
In conclusion, the New York Yankees have the most wins in MLB history, with 11,451 total wins, including 10,288 regular season wins and 1,163 postseason wins. The St. Louis Cardinals are second with 10,841 wins, including 9,636 regular season wins and 1,205 postseason wins. The Yankees also have the highest winning percentage (.573) and the most World Series titles (27). The Cardinals are second in both categories, with a winning percentage of .564 and 11 World Series titles.