farm system

noun

1. any small-scale or localized network or industry that provides experience and exposure for beginners, similar to that of a baseball farm.

Word History and Origins

Origin of farm system¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

His employers risk being saddled with stars on the decline and a barren farm system after his departure.

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National analysts continue to rank their farm system as one of baseball’s thinnest; the Angels scoff and say they like their prospects.

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How fast the Rockies rebuild will depend in part on the depth of their farm system and how they use it.

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To compete, the Rockies are going to have to strengthen their farm system and loosen their wallet.

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The geniuses in the front office improved the farm system more than they did the obviously problematic bullpen at the trade deadline, resulting in blown lead after blown lead after blown lead.

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