Leaguers

While I have yet to see any explanation as to why the declining number of African-American major leaguers is such a serious problem, or convincing evidence that the decline is in any way attributable to overt, present-day racism, the fact that many of the Latin American players are “black” is not an entirely persuasive counterargument given the manner in which such players make it to the majors. ❋ Unknown (2010)

The pool of potentially major league-ready minor leaguers is also a bit thinner this year. ❋ Unknown (2008)

Detroit Tigers (39.7%): The current crop of homegrown major leaguers is highlighted by 2004 first-rounder and 2006 AL Rookie of the Year Justin Verlander and includes third baseman Brandon Inge, taken as a catcher in 1998's second round, and center fielder Curtis Granderson, a 2002 third-rounder. ❋ Unknown (2007)

The Twins learned that at least two of their minor leaguers from the Dominican ❋ Unknown (2002)

In a saga with twists and turns sometimes sad and sometimes laughable, a case launched in 1996 by five 1940s major leaguers is nearing its end. ❋ Unknown (2002)

Pictoral history of the amateur game in South Dakota, along with artifacts from about half of the 24 big-leaguers from the state. ❋ Unknown (2000)

Within her hold are erected huge water-casks called leaguers, on these are stowed the provisions, wood, etcetera; above this is the slave-deck. ❋ William Henry Giles Kingston (1847)

Now, with only one season of rookie league professional baseball under his belt, Felix was named the 16th best prospect in the entire Indians organization, according to Indians Prospect Insider, a website that rates the organization's minor leaguers. ❋ Catholic Relief Services (2011)

Harper, 18, has high-level professional experience from the 2010 Arizona Fall League, but playing in an exhibition game against major leaguers will be a new step in his development. ❋ Unknown (2011)

Prospects who have major leaguers as fathers are widely considered safe bets—they understand clubhouse culture and appreciate the nuances of life in the majors more than others. ❋ Daniel Barbarisi (2011)

Now all three are reloading their already powerful rotations with signings, minor leaguers and converted relievers, creating a trio of deep, loaded staffs that could undo the AL East's longstanding reputation as a division dominated by big bats. ❋ Daniel Barbarisi (2012)

Minor leaguers Colin Curtis and Reegie Corona are technically on the major league disabled list, too. ❋ Daniel Barbarisi (2011)

Ivy leaguers have a new way to earn extra spending money: selling their old college-admissions essays. ❋ Unknown (2011)

Relatives of several Venezuelan major leaguers have previously been kidnapped for ransom, and in two cases have been killed. ❋ Unknown (2011)

Bodyguards typically shadow major leaguers when they return to their homeland to play in Venezuela's winter baseball league, but it was unclear what precautions, if any, Ramos was taking while at his family's home. ❋ Unknown (2011)

Now comes the change: The other day, I was on 401 watching a match of real major leaguers abroad, and it hit me: I'm not enjoying this. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Why he may be chosen: Western roots would add real regional diversity to the court, and his home-state education may be seen as a plus for a bench dominated by Ivy leaguers. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Without a doubt, Blizzard of [ozz] was a great band led by that [A-leaguer] [Randy Rhoads] . ❋ The Rock Oracle (2023)

Without a doubt, Blizzard of [ozz] was a [great band] led by that A leaguer [Randy Rhoads] . ❋ The Rock Oracle (2023)

Did you see Brad with that [hot ass] [blond]? That [fat boy] has really turned into a "leaguer. " ❋ The Turd Smith (2010)

[Brice]: "Who is that man [in the car] staring at me?" Pops: "He is a [little leaguer], you better watch out for them!" ❋ Angry Rhino (2009)

What's that girl doing over there with that [black guy], she is being a total national leaguer. [Kim Kardashian] and [Heidi Klum] are huge national leaguers. ❋ Shoe Woo (2010)

Dude 1: "Look at that guy [pullin] all [those bitches]." Dude 2: "Yeah, but they're all fugly. He must be a Minor [Leaguer]" ❋ JayMowis (2015)

[Razgriz] - “As a PS3 Leaguer I’m going to plunder your booty with the might of 10000 moustached pirates” [97104] - “Shut up. Shut up you [jippo]!” ❋ Linkacious (2009)

Friend: "You got into [the University] of [Pennsylvania]? Man, I sure [wish] I was an Ivy Leaguer!" You: "Who doesn't?" ❋ Farp (2014)

With [Barry] Bonds' knees the way they are [these days], he's going to see a lot of [Texas] Leaguers falling in front of him. ❋ Mikkopresents (2006)

With [Barry] Bonds' knees so [sore], he will see a lot of [Texas] Leaguers falling in front of him ❋ Mikkopresents (2006)