Can someone help me understand the rules for this sentence?

Question

Fill in the blank.

"Which leaugue--the American or the National--has won ______ World Series games?"


a) the most b) more

Can someone tell me the correct answer and also explain why it is the correct answer? Thanks.

Answer 1

Generally, if you are comparing two things, as in this case, then "more" would be more appropriate. If there were three or more leagues, then "the most" would be appropriate.