: a league of professional clubs in a sport other than the recognized major leagues
minor-league
ˈmī-nər-ˈlēg
adjective
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the WebAlmonte was a late spring addition this season, signing a minor league deal after four up-and-down seasons with the Colorado Rockies. Jack Harris, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2022 The five-year labor agreement expires on Dec. 1, 2026, and MLB could seek a simultaneous expiration for a minor league deal. Ronald Blum, BostonGlobe.com, 9 Sep. 2022 The five-year labor agreement expires on Dec. 1, 2026, and MLB could seek a simultaneous expiration for a minor league deal. Ronald Blum, ajc, 9 Sep. 2022 In addition, Baltimore signed first baseman Jesús Aguilar to a minor league deal. Nathan Ruiz, Baltimore Sun, 31 Aug. 2022 Anderson, an eight-year MLB veteran who had been in Triple-A for the entire 2022 season, joined the Reds last week on a minor league deal. Charlie Goldsmith, The Enquirer, 30 Aug. 2022 RHP Johnny Cueto has been another bright spot, posting a 2.58 ERA after signing a minor league deal with the White Sox in April. Nick Piecoro, The Arizona Republic, 26 Aug. 2022 Jewell, 29, posted a 2.63 ERA in 34 games at Columbus after signing a minor league deal in March. Paul Hoynes, cleveland, 6 Aug. 2022 New York promoted OF Ender Inciarte from Triple-A Syracuse after signing him to a minor league deal last week. Jake Seiner, Chron, 28 June 2022 See More