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Howard Earl Farmer, born on November 18, 1966, is a former professional baseball player from the United States. He was a talented pitcher who played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Montreal Expos.

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Howard Farmer
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Farmer with the Rockford Expos c. 1988
Pitcher
Born: (1966-11-18) November 18, 1966 (age 58)
Gary, Indiana, U.S.
Batted: Right Threw: Right
debut
July 2, 1990, for the Montreal Expos
Last appearance
October 1, 1990, for the Montreal Expos
MLB statistics
Win–loss record 0–3
Earned run average 7.04
Strikeouts 14
Teams

Howard Farmer's Baseball Journey

Howard Farmer started his baseball career like many young athletes. He played college baseball for the Jackson State Tigers. This is where he honed his skills as a pitcher. Playing in college often helps players get noticed by professional teams.

Playing in the Minor Leagues

Before reaching the major leagues, most baseball players spend time in the minor leagues. These are smaller leagues where players develop their skills. Howard Farmer played for several minor league teams. These included the Jamestown Expos, Rockford Expos, Jacksonville Expos, Chattanooga Lookouts, El Paso Diablos, Indianapolis Indians, and New Orleans Zephyrs. Each of these teams helped him get ready for the big leagues.

Making it to the Major Leagues

Howard Farmer's hard work paid off when he made it to Major League Baseball. He joined the Montreal Expos in 1990. His first game in the MLB was on July 2, 1990. This was a big moment for him, as it is for any player.

His Time with the Montreal Expos

As a pitcher for the Montreal Expos, Howard Farmer played in several games. He pitched for the team during the 1990 season. During his time in the major leagues, he had a win-loss record of 0 wins and 3 losses. His earned run average (ERA) was 7.04. The ERA shows how many runs a pitcher allows per nine innings. He also recorded 14 strikeouts. A strikeout happens when a pitcher throws three strikes to a batter. His final game in the MLB was on October 1, 1990.

Howard Farmer's career in Major League Baseball was short but significant. He achieved the dream of playing at the highest level of professional baseball.

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