minor league
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minor leagues
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小联盟, 发展联盟
a level of professional sports competition below the highest level, typically where younger or less experienced players develop their skills
A minor league refers to a lower level of professional competition in sports, where teams and players are still developing their skills or working toward reaching major league status. Minor league teams are often affiliated with major league teams, serving as a training ground for younger or less experienced players to gain more experience and improve their abilities. While the level of competition in minor leagues is still high, it is generally not as intense or well-known as major leagues. Minor league games often have smaller audiences and less media attention.
- He played in the minor leagues for three seasons before getting called up to the majors.
他在被召入大联盟之前，在小联盟打了三个赛季。
- The minor league team struggled to fill seats despite their strong performance.
尽管表现强劲，小联盟球队仍难以填满座位。
- Many promising athletes start their careers in the minor leagues to gain experience.
许多有前途的运动员在小联盟开始他们的职业生涯以获得经验。
- The minor league championship game drew scouts from several major league teams.
小联盟冠军赛吸引了几支大联盟球队的球探。
- She hoped to make a name for herself in the minor leagues before advancing to the majors.
她希望在进入大联盟之前在小联盟中出名。
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