Baseball. either of the two top-tier baseball leagues (the American League and theNational League ) that are organized under and regulated by MLB.
Sports. a league of corresponding stature in certain other sports, such as ice hockey, soccer, football, or basketball.
Sports. of or relating to the major leagues, especially in baseball.
Informal. belonging to or among the best or most important of its kind.
a major-league orchestra.
An Americanism dating back to 1880–85
An Americanism dating back to 1905–10; adjective use of major league ( def. )
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Major League Baseball’s new automated ball-strike challenge system has led to a dramatic rise in walk rates this season.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 6, 2026
Others have sought compromise, like the Bass Anglers Sportsman Society, sponsor of the popular Bassmaster fishing tournaments, and Major League Fishing, the world’s largest tournament-fishing organization, with more than 200 annual events.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026
The defender enjoyed a solid Major League Soccer career spanning a decade between 2006 and 2016, appearing for New York Red Bulls, Toronto, Colorado Rapids and San Jose Earthquakes.
From BBC • May 5, 2026
If it had been solely up to the Major League Soccer side, Griezmann would already be in the United States.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
Still, I knew that Major League pitching needed more than just speed; control and a good curveball had to be there too.
From "Life Is So Good" by George Dawson
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