The American League Most Valuable Player Award (MVP) is an annual honor given to the best-performing player in the American League of Major League Baseball (MLB). Established in 1931, the award recognizes individual excellence based on a player's overall contributions to their team's success during the regular season. The MVP is determined by a voting process involving members of the Baseball Writers' Association of America (BBWAA). Voters consider various factors, including a player's batting statistics, defensive skills, and impact on games. The award is one of the most prestigious in baseball, celebrating outstanding talent and performance.