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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“In Blake’s case, just getting back into a major league game knowing your stuff is still good,” Roberts said.
From Los Angeles Times • May 10, 2026
He has made 133 major league starts and 130 minor league starts, but he never has pitched a complete game.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026
But the figure seemed ambitious, since no major league team ever had sold for even $3 billion.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026
He stole 557 bases and was successful in 83% of his attempts, one of the best rates in major league history.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026
His championship playing didn't just get him into the major league; it got him the Most Valuable Player award in 1949 and had proved him to be an All-Star player for the last five years.
From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals
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