Triple A

Definition

Triple A refers to the highest level of minor league baseball.

Purpose

The purpose of Triple A is to serve as the final stage for player development before they are promoted to Major League Baseball (MLB), providing a high level of competition and skill refinement.

Examples of Use

1. Player Development: Prospects play in Triple A to gain experience and improve their skills before joining an MLB team.
2. Rehabilitation Assignments: MLB players recovering from injuries often play in Triple A games to regain fitness.
3. Scouting: Triple A games are heavily scouted by MLB teams looking for talent and potential call-ups.

Related Terms

• Major League Baseball (MLB): The highest level of professional baseball in the United States.
• Double A (AA): The mid-level of minor league baseball, one step below Triple A.
• Farm System: A hierarchical structure of minor league teams affiliated with an MLB team for player development.

Notes

• Competition: Triple A features highly competitive games, with many players on the verge of breaking into the major leagues.
• Affiliation: Each Triple A team is affiliated with an MLB team, serving as a developmental stage for future major league players.