General
the show
What does the show mean?
The Major Leagues; the highest level of professional baseball, above which there is nothing.
"After six years in the minors, he finally got called up to the show."
Origin
American baseball slang meaning the top-tier, main-stage level of the game.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'the show' mean in baseball?
'The show' is slang for the Major Leagues, the highest level of professional baseball.
Why are the Major Leagues called 'the show'?
The name frames the majors as the main stage or big performance, the top level above which there is nothing higher in the game.
How do players use 'the show'?
A minor leaguer dreams of being 'called up to the show,' meaning promoted to a Major League roster.
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