Esports Glossary

Team Transfer

The movement of a player from one team to another, which may require approval from both teams and the league operator. Transfers are subject to transfer windows and may involve contract buyouts in professional settings. Transfer records are tracked in player management systems.

Related Terms

Roster

The official list of players eligible to compete for a team in a tournament.

Free Agent

A player who is not currently contracted to or affiliated with any team.

Substitution

The replacement of one rostered player with another during a tournament.

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