The American League West is one of the three divisions that make up the Major League Baseball’s League, commonly referred to as MLB. The division was formed in 1969 but has had five teams since 2013.
As you might have guessed, the teams found in this division are all based on the west coast of the United States. The most successful team is the Oakland Athletics, who have won 17 divisional titles. Get the latest odds on futures bets on this MLB Division.
American League West Odds
| Team | Odds |
|---|---|
 Houston Astros |
+170 |
 Texas Rangers |
+160 |
 Seattle Mariners |
+200 |
 Los Angeles Angels |
+2800 |
 Oakland Athletics |
+20000 |
Which MLB teams play in the American League West
The division consists of five teams –
- Houston Astros
- Los Angeles Angels
- Oakland Athletics
- Seattle Mariners
- Texas Rangers
Previous Winners of the American League West
While the most successful team with the number of wins in the west is the Oakland Athletics, you can’t deny that Houston has been the best team by a wide margin in recent years. The Astros won 2017, 2018, and 2019 and last season (2021), going – 4/5.
| Year | Team | Record |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Houston Astros | 95-67 |
| 2020 | Oakland Athletics | 36-24 |
| 2019 | Houston Astros | 107-55 |
| 2018 | Houston Astros | 103-59 |
| 2017 | Houston Astros | 101-61 |
| 2016 | Texas Rangers | 95-67 |
| 2015 | Texas Rangers | 88-74 |
| 2014 | Los Angeles Angels | 98-64 |
| 2013 | Oakland Athletics | 96-66 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MLB American League West?
There are three divisions that make up the American League of the MLB. The West is one of these and consists of five teams on the west coast of the United States -
- Houston Astros
- Los Angeles Angels
- Oakland Athletics
- Seattle Mariners
- Texas Rangers