What is the World Series trophy called?

The MLB World Series serves as the championship series for Major League Baseball, taking place each year between the winners of the American League (AL) and the National League (NL). Established in 1903, this event symbolizes the highest level of baseball competition, with teams competing in a best-of-seven format to become the overall champion of that season.

The New York Yankees boast a record with 27 championships to their name. They also lead in total appearances, having participated in 40 World Series. Conversely, franchises like the San Diego Padres, Texas Rangers, Tampa Bay Rays, and Milwaukee Brewers have yet to secure a title despite reaching the final series. Additionally, significant individual achievements have shaped the series' legacy over time, highlighted by moments such as Don Larsen's perfect game in 1956 and Reggie Jackson's three home runs during a single game in 1977. Throughout its history, numerous players have set impressive records while participating in MLB World Series games.

World Series Trophy name

The trophy awarded for the World Series is called the Commissioner's Trophy. This accolade is presented to the Major League Baseball (MLB) team that emerges victorious in the World Series. Initially awarded in 1967, it showcases 30 gold-plated flags representing all MLB teams along with a silver baseball and a compass symbolizing baseball's true north orientation. What distinguishes this trophy from many others in sports is that it is not named after an individual.

Although officially named in 1985, the first presentation of this trophy occurred in 1967 when the St. Louis Cardinals triumphed over the Boston Red Sox.

The design of the trophy, as of 2024, was crafted by Tiffany & Co., making its debut in 2000. It stands at 24 inches (61 cm) tall without including its base and measures 11 inches (28 cm) across. Weighing around 30 pounds (14 kg), it is made entirely of sterling silver.

The flags extend above a silver baseball adorned with latitude and longitude lines representing global connectivity, featuring stitching made of 24-karat vermeil. The base bears an inscription replicating the commissioner's signature along with "Presented by the Commissioner of Baseball."

List of World Series champions

The New York Yankees are the most successful franchise in MLB history, holding the record for the most World Series championships with 27 titles. The next closest teams, the St. Louis Cardinals and Boston Red Sox have 11 and nine championships, respectively. The Yankees' dominance spans multiple decades, with notable streaks in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Other teams like the San Francisco Giants, Los Angeles Dodgers, and Oakland Athletics have also had periods of success, each securing multiple championships.

Here is the list of World Series Champions, as of 2023: