What Is the ‘Commissioner’s Trophy’ in Sports?

The “Commissioner’s Trophy” is the official championship trophy awarded to the winner of the World Series in Major League Baseball (MLB).

Think of it as baseball’s version of the NFL’s Vince Lombardi Trophy or the NHL’s Stanley Cup.

Here are a few key facts about it:

• Who It’s For: The team that wins the World Series.
• A Unique Name: It’s the only championship trophy in the four major North American pro sports (MLB, NFL, NBA, NHL) that is not named after a specific person.
• What It Looks Like: The current design (made by Tiffany & Co.) is a 30-pound sterling silver trophy. Its most famous feature is a circle of 30 gold-plated flags, one to represent every team in Major League Baseball.
• A New One Every Year: Unlike the Stanley Cup, a brand new Commissioner’s Trophy is created each year for the winning team to keep permanently.