31.   So the league took the bait.

32.   Still, the league took no notice.

33.   The American and National leagues took that step when their collective bargaining agreement with the umpires expired.

34.   The bill would require the league to take into account such factors as fan loyalty and community support for a team in determining whether a move is justified.

35.   The league could take immediate advantage of NFL-abandoned Los Angeles and Houston.

36.   The league has taken steps this season to beef up its online presence, but still lags in resources.

37.   The league took a large step toward answering them last week by hiring Doug Logan as commissioner, moving Alan Rothenberg to a less-prominent role.

38.   The league has recently taken an unusual step in its campaign to reopen discussion.

39.   The league takes this seriously.

40.   The league took strong action.