The American League MVP (Most Valuable Player) award is given annually to the best-performing player in Major League Baseball's American League. This prestigious honor recognizes a player's outstanding achievements during the regular season, including their contributions to their team's success. Voting for the MVP is conducted by a panel of sportswriters and broadcasters, who evaluate players based on various statistics, such as batting average, home runs, and runs batted in. The award has been presented since 1931 and is one of the most coveted accolades in professional baseball.