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MLB Player Data
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Jun 9 2024The Marlins released Garcia on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As expected, the Marlins will absorb all the money remaining on the four-year, $53 million deal Garcia signed in November 2021 after no other team was willing to put in a waiver claim for the 32-year-old outfielder, who was cut by Miami last week. Now that he's a free agent, Garcia could attract some interest on a low-cost, one-year deal, but he may not have a clear path to an everyday role no matter where he lands. While operating in a reserve role with the Marlins for most of the season, Garcia slashed .240/.255/.380 over 51 plate appearances.
Jun 4 2024The Marlins activated Garcia (hamstring) from the 10-day injured list Tuesday and designated him for assignment, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia is in the third year of a four-year, $53 million contract and the Marlins have elected to eat the nearly $24 million remaining on that deal. Slated to turn 33 years old next week, Garcia has delivered a lowly .217/.260/.322 slash line over 153 games during his three seasons with Miami. He will clear waivers and eventually be released, at which point another team will be able to sign Garcia for the prorated veteran minimum.
May 27 2024Garcia (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Jacksonville on Tuesday, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia is slated to play seven innings in what will be his first game action in a month. He seems likely to need a good number of rehab games before being activated, and Garcia's role upon his return appears cloudy.
May 25 2024Garcia (hamstring) is taking part in full baseball activities and will be evaluated for a return to game action in the next few days, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder last appeared in a game April 27, so he could need an extended rehab assignment before being activated from the IL. Garcia was slashing a meager .240/.255/.380 over 51 plate appearances when he landed on the shelf, and the 32-year-old's hamstring issues have become chronic -- he's spent time on the injured list due to a left hamstring strain in each of the last three seasons.
May 17 2024Garcia (hamstring) has progressed to full baseball activities, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's been nearly three weeks since Garcia landed on the injured list with a left hamstring strain. He would appear close to starting a rehab assignment, with a return before the end of May possible.
Apr 28 2024The Marlins placed Garcia on the 10-day injured list Sunday with a left hamstring strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder presumably suffered the injury Saturday against the Nationals, as he went 1-for-2 with a strikeout before being replaced by a pinch hitter. The severity of the injury is unclear, but Garcia will be sidelined until at least May 8. Outfielder Dane Myers was called up from Triple-A Jacksonville in a corresponding move.
Apr 15 2024Garcia went 1-for-4 with a solo home run during Monday's 4-3 loss to the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia notched his second home run of the campaign Monday but was unable to collect his first multi-hit game of 2024. The outfielder has generated a hit in five of his last six games but owns a .200/.220/.375 slash line through 14 appearances.
Apr 1 2024Garcia went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday's extra-inning loss to the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Getting the start in right field and batting seventh, Garcia launched a Bailey Falter splitter up in the zone deep to right-center field, giving Miami a 6-4 lead in the fourth inning that the bullpen couldn't protect. Garcia has started two of the Marlins' first four games, all in right field, and gone 2-for-12 with four strikeouts. Sunday's home run has accounted for his only extra-base hit or RBI.
Mar 28 2024Garcia is out of the lineup for Thursday's season opener against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia's $12 million salary is the second-highest on the Marlins, but he nonetheless finds himself on the bench for Opening Day against right-hander Mitch Keller. Bryan De La Cruz will be the designated hitter, while Nick Gordon and Jesus Sanchez will handle the corner outfield spots.
Mar 13 2024Garcia is batting .179 (5-for-28) through 10 Grapefruit League games with one double and a 2:10 BB:K. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After an injury-plagued 2023 that saw him play only 37 games and stumble to a .185/.241/.315 slash line with a 33.6 percent strikeout rate, Garcia came into camp healthy this spring but hasn't shown any kind of noticeable improvement at the plate. The Marlins are hoping the 32-year-old can regain the form that saw him slug 29 homers for the Brewers in 2021 and replace Jorge Soler in their DH slot, but at this point Garcia's looking like little more than a dart throw for fantasy purposes. With two years and $24 million left on his contract though, Miami isn't likely to cut bait on him completely just yet.
Sep 19 2023Garcia (hamstring) has begun hitting and running progressions, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia's most recent trip to the injured list came back in late August due to a left hamstring strain. While he's begun to ramp things back up, it's not clear whether there's enough time left in the season for his return. Even if he does make it back this month, Garcia seems unlikely to have much of a role with the Marlins as the team fights for a playoff berth.
Aug 23 2023The Marlins placed Garcia (hamstring) on the 10-day injured list Wednesday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia's move to the IL comes as little surprise after he was diagnosed with a strained left hamstring upon exiting in the third inning of Tuesday's 3-0 win over the Padres. The 31-year-old has been playing sparingly over the past couple of weeks and already missed time in April due to an injury to the same hamstring, so fantasy managers in the majority of leagues can feel free to cut bait with Garcia now that he's back on the IL again.
Aug 22 2023Garcia suffered a left hamstring strain in Tuesday's game against the Padres, Daniel Alvarez-Montes of ElExtraBase.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia exited the game after suffering the injury while running to first base. There hasn't been an official roster move, though the diagnosis suggests that there's a strong possibility of Garcia being placed on the injured list. Bryan De La Cruz should get more consistent playing time if Garcia is forced to miss additional time.
Aug 19 2023Garcia went 2-for-4 with a double and a stolen base in a 3-1 loss to the Dodgers in Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia wasn't in the lineup for the matinee, but he played the full nightcap in left field with Bryan De La Cruz sitting versus southpaw Julio Urias. The steal was Garcia's second of the year. The veteran outfielder has been mostly limited to a short-side platoon role since returning from a back injury in late July. He's slashing just .190/.248/.324 with three home runs, 11 RBI, eight runs scored and three doubles over 113 plate appearances this season.
Aug 5 2023Garcia is out of the lineup for Saturday's game against the Rangers, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia has gone 5-for-16 with a triple, a double, three RBI and two runs since returning from the injured list last weekend, and he'll take a seat Saturday for the second time in Miami's past three games. Jesus Sanchez will start in right field and bat seventh.
Aug 3 2023Garcia is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bryan De La Cruz, Jazz Chisholm and Jesus Sanchez will start across the outfield as the Marlins take on new Phillies right-hander Michael Lorenzen. Garcia has slashed just .191/.261/.349 in 71 plate appearances versus righties this season.
Jul 30 2023Garcia (back) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list and is starting in right field and batting fifth Sunday against the Tigers, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran outfielder has been sidelined since late April due to the back issue but will rejoin Miami's lineup Sunday. Garcia had a .188/.243/.333 slash line in 22 games prior to the injury, though he hit well during his rehab assignment, going 8-for-29 with three doubles, three homers and seven walks in nine games. Dane Myers was optioned to Triple-A Jacksonville to free up a roster spot.
Jul 29 2023Garcia (back) said he anticipates being activated from the 10-day injured list Sunday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After nearly three months on the injured list, Garcia is now finally nearing a return to the Marlins' roster. The 32-year-old outfielder looked good during his second rehab assignment, slashing .276/.432/.690 with three homers and eight RBI through 37 plate appearances in the minors. Given the production Miami has received from its outfielders this season, Garcia will likely be limited to a bench role once he returns.
Jul 27 2023Garcia (back) has gone 3-for-7 with a home run, a double and a walk in two games since shifting his rehab assignment to Triple-A Jacksonville on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia started up the assignment with Double-A Pensacola on July 18 and looks to be nearing a return from the 10-day injured list. Though he had been a near-everyday player in the Miami outfield prior to landing on the IL on May 2 due to back tightness, Garcia could have to settle for more of a part-time role once activated with Bryan De La Cruz and Jesus Sanchez (neck) having since emerged as the Marlins' primary starters in left and right field, respectively.
Jul 18 2023Garcia (back) will restart a rehab assignment Tuesday with Double-A Pensacola, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia is slated to serve as the Blue Wahoos' designated hitter and receive three plate appearances. The veteran outfielder has been sidelined since late April with back tightness and encountered a setback on his initial rehab assignment in early June. Given their needs, it's possible the Marlins might ask Garcia to play some center field upon his return, although Dane Myers has done a fine job filling in there since Jazz Chisholm (oblique) landed on the shelf.
Jul 15 2023Garcia (back) took batting practice Friday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: According to MLB.com, Garcia was able to participate in batting practice July 7, so he hasn't yet taken a meaningful step forward in terms of activity coming out of the All-Star break. The outfielder has been shelved since late April with back tightness, but he was able to appear in four rehab games from May 29 through June 2 before experiencing a setback and being shut down. While it's encouraging that Garcia is swinging the bat again, he hasn't been cleared to restart a rehab assignment yet, and he'll likely need several games in the minors to get his timing back at the plate before the Marlins are comfortable with activating him from the 10-day injured list.
Jun 22 2023Garcia (back) has yet to resume baseball activities since experiencing a setback June 3, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia seemed to be on his way back to the majors after playing four games in a rehab assignment, but he was shut down after a setback earlier this month. He is now approaching two months since landing on the injured list May 2 and remains without a timetable for a return.
Jun 3 2023Garcia (back) suffered a minor setback Saturday, Daniel Alvarez-Montes of ElExtraBase.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia played in four rehab games since Monday and seemed to be nearing the end of his assignment, but the setback will postpone his return to the big leagues. Garcia will be evaluated by the Marlins on Saturday, at which point more information regarding his injury will be available. The 31-year-old outfielder has been on the IL since May 2 due to back tightness.
May 26 2023Garcia (back) is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment with Triple-A Jacksonville on Monday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia will likely need a handful of games before being able to return to the Miami lineup. The outfielder has been on the injured list since the start of May with lingering tightness in his back, and he was struggling to a .188/.243/.333 slash over 76 plate appearances before he was placed on the shelf. It remains to be seen if he'll have an everyday lineup spot once he's back on the Miami roster.
May 22 2023Garcia (back) is taking part in workouts, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's not exactly clear where Garcia stands in his recovery from a back injury, but per the report, he is throwing, running and doing agility work at the Marlins' spring training complex. Expect a few players to man right field for Miami with both Garcia and Jesus Sanchez (hamstring) sidelined.
May 2 2023Garcia was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday, retroactive to April 29, with back tightness, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia is off to a brutal start this season with the Marlins, slashing just .188/.243/.333 through 76 plate appearances. He can use the time on the IL as both a physical and mental reset, though his production levels in 2022 were also quite poor. Xavier Edwards has been brought up in a corresponding move.
Apr 30 2023Garcia is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cubs, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The righty-hitting Garcia had already sat in two of the Marlins' previous three matchups against right-handed pitching, but it's perhaps even more discouraging that he'll hit the bench Sunday despite the fact that the Cubs are bringing a southpaw (Justin Steele) to the hill. Garrett Hampson will step in as the Marlins' right fielder in place of Garcia, who is beginning to lose work after slashing .188/.243/.333 with a career-worst 31.1 percent strikeout rate through his first 74 plate appearances of the season.
Apr 4 2023Garcia went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Tuesday's 1-0 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He turned on a Kenta Maeda (arm) offering with one out in the second inning and drove it over the left-field wall, and that was all the offense Sandy Alcantara would need on the night. Garcia struck out in his other two at-bats, however, and he's now 3-for-16 (.188) on the season with six K's, and just the one extra-base hit in Tuesday's long ball. After a down 2022, the 31-year-old will need to pick up the pace if he wants to keep a starting role in Miami.
Apr 1 2023Garcia will sit Saturday against the Mets, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Heralde reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia went 0-for-6 in the first two games of the year following a spring in which he struck out 20 times while walking just once. If he continues to struggle and Bryan De La Cruz and Jesus Sanchez both hit well, he could be ask risk of losing playing time.
Mar 1 2023Garcia went 2-for-3 with a double and a solo home run in Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The double came off Corey Kluber, while his first long ball of the spring came in the sixth inning off non-roster invitee Jake Faria. Garcia is coming off a brutal 2022 campaign after slugging a career-high 29 homers the year before as a Brewer, but the Marlins are hoping he can at least rebound to something closer to his .265/.319/.420 career slash line, and he remains set as the team's starting right fielder.
Oct 5 2022Garcia isn't in the lineup Wednesday against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia is getting a breather for Wednesday's season finale after he went 1-for-11 with a double, a run, two walks and five strikeouts over the last three games. Peyton Burdick will start in right field and bat eighth.
Oct 1 2022Garcia will sit Saturday against the Brewers, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Brewers will go with eight righties against southpaw Aaron Ashby, but Garcia won't be one of them. His absence may be related to the fact that he only just returned from a hamstring injury Thursday, and the Marlins may not want him playing three games in a row right away. Brian Anderson will start in right field.
Sep 29 2022Garcia went 1-for-4 with a grand slam in Thursday's victory over the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With the Marlins down 2-0 in the eighth inning, Garcia crushed 1-2 fastball 411 feet to right center to put his team up 4-2 and make a major statement in his return from the injured list. The home run was Garcia's eighth on the season, and he is now slashing .230/.267/.324 through 363 plate appearances. The veteran should continue to see regular at-bats in right field to close the season.
Sep 26 2022Garcia (hamstring) will begin a rehab assignment at Triple-A Jacksonville on Monday, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia has been on the injured list for just over two weeks, but his rehab assignment signals that he'll likely have a chance to rejoin the Marlins late in the regular season. It's possible that the 31-year-old will be reinstated from the injured list following just one or two rehab games, which would put him on track to return around the middle of this week.
Sep 13 2022Garcia (hamstring) was placed on the 10-day injured list Tuesday, Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's possible that this injury -- presumably a hamstring strain -- ends Garcia's disappointing first season with the Marlins. He hit .230 with seven home runs, 29 runs, 31 RBI and four steals in 93 games. Jordan Groshans' contract was selected in a corresponding move, and youngsters Jerar Encarnacion and Bryan De La Cruz could get extra playing time down the stretch.
Sep 12 2022Garcia (hamstring) isn't in the lineup for the second game of Monday's doubleheader against the Rangers, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia aggravated his hamstring injury Saturday against the Mets and will remain out of the lineup for a third consecutive game. Bryan De La Cruz is starting in right field and batting eighth during Monday's nightcap.
Sep 11 2022Garcia (hamstring) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Mets, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia left Saturday's contest after feeling soreness in his left hamstring, and he will get at least one day to rest. Brian Anderson will cover right field for the Marlins on Sunday.
Sep 10 2022Garcia left Saturday's game against the Mets with left hamstring discomfort, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia recently missed over a month with a strained left hamstring and has only been active since Tuesday. It's unclear if he just needs a day or two to heal or if he's set to return to the injured list. The Marlins are out of the playoff picture, so they have no real incentive to take any risks with a player who signed a four-year, $53 million deal over the offseason.
Sep 9 2022Garcia went 3-for-4 with one RBI in Thursday's 6-5 victory over the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia tallied an RBI single to put the Miami up by three in the third inning. The outfielder had recorded two 0-for-4 games prior to this contest following his return from the injured list (hamstring) Tuesday. The 31-year-old is having a tough year as his .589 OPS is a career worst.
Sep 6 2022Garcia (hamstring) was activated from the injured list Tuesday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia missed over a month of action with his injury, but he is ready to rejoin the big club after appearing in six games on a rehab assignment. He figures to resume his role as the Marlins' regular right fielder, and he will do just that Tuesday night while occupying the cleanup spot in the batting order.
Aug 26 2022Garcia (hamstring) will report to Triple-A Jacksonville to begin a rehab assignment Saturday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 31-year-old has been sidelined since suffering the hamstring strain Aug. 2, but he's now been cleared for game action in the minors. Garcia shouldn't require a lengthy stay in Jacksonville and should be able to rejoin the Marlins sometime next week.
Aug 3 2022The Marlins placed Garcia on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with a strained left hamstring, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Miami will swap Garcia off the 26-man active roster with first baseman/designated hitter Garrett Cooper (wrist), who was reinstated from the IL in a corresponding move. While Garcia is on the shelf along with Jorge Soler (back), the Marlins should have everyday roles in the outfield available for JJ Bleday, Jesus Sanchez and Bryan De La Cruz.
Aug 2 2022Garcia was removed from Tuesday's game against the Reds with left hamstring discomfort, Christina De Nicola of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia went 0-for-1 before leaving Tuesday's contest after the second inning. The severity of the injury is unclear, and the 31-year-old should be considered day-to-day until the team updates his status.
Jul 30 2022Garcia isn't starting Saturday against the Mets, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia is getting a breather after he hit .286 with a homer, three runs and two RBI over nine games since the All-Star break. Bryan De La Cruz will shift to right field while Jesus Sanchez starts in left.
Jul 16 2022Garcia went 0-for-2 with two walks, a run scored and a stolen base in Friday's 2-1 loss to the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: His ninth-inning pilfer came on the back half of a double steal with Billy Hamilton, and it was Garcia's first since May 14 and only his fourth of the season. The 31-year-old outfielder hasn't supplied much power either -- he has only six home runs in 75 games this year and has yet to go yard in July, slashing .244/.292/.267 through 48 plate appearances this month.
Jul 13 2022Garcia went 2-for-4 with a double and two RBI in Wednesday's 5-4 extra-inning win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia notched a double in the fourth inning off JT Brubaker before later adding a two-RBI single in the bottom of the eighth frame. The multi-hit effort was his second in the last four games he's started while the double was his first extra-base knock since June 29. Since the beginning of July, Garcia has produced a .263 average with a double, five RBI and two runs over 38 at-bats.
Jul 12 2022Garcia isn't in the lineup Tuesday versus Pittsburgh, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After going 1-for-4 with an RBI and two strikeouts Monday, Garcia is hitting .242 with a .507 OPS in his last 10 games. Bryan De La Cruz will start in right field while Jon Berti plays left.
Jul 10 2022Garcia is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Mets, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Bryan De La Cruz will pick up a start in right field while Garcia hits the bench for the first time since Independence Day. While starting in each of the Marlins' previous five games, Garcia went 3-for-16 with a run scored.
Jul 5 2022Garcia was ejected from Tuesday's game against the Angels for arguing balls and strikes, Sam Blum of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia struck out in both his plate appearances Tuesday, and he was tossed after being caught looking to open the fourth inning. The early exit brings an end to a seven-game hit streak, though the 31-year-old had only a .708 OPS during that stretch.
Jul 4 2022Garcia isn't in the lineup Monday against Washington, Joe Frisaro of ManOnSecondBaseball.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia is in the midst of a six-game hitting streak in which he's hit .250 with a homer, four RBI and two runs. He'll get a breather while Bryan De La Cruz shifts to right field with Billy Hamilton starting in left.
Jul 3 2022Garcia went 1-for-4 with two RBI in Saturday's 5-3 win over Washington. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia sent Garrett Cooper home on a fielder's choice in the third inning, then sent Jesus Aguilar home on a single in the seventh. The outfielder extended his hitting streak to five games, but he also has seven strikeouts during that span, and his batting average has remained at .227.
Jun 29 2022Garcia went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Wednesday's 4-3 win over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia put the Marlins ahead in the ninth inning, and Sandy Alcantara was able to make the lead stick as he finished off a complete game. The homer was Garcia's third in his last 12 games, a span in which he's hitting .245 (12-for-49). The veteran outfielder is up to six homers, 23 RBI, 22 runs scored, three stolen bases and a .227/.263/.335 slash line across 61 contests overall.
Jun 26 2022Garcia is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Mets, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia is 4-for-21 over his past five contests and will head to the bench Sunday for the second straight day. Bryan De La Cruz will receive another start in right field for Miami.
Jun 25 2022Garcia isn't in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Mets, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia is getting a day off after he went 0-for-8 with an RBI and two strikeouts over the last two games. Bryan De La Cruz will start in right field and bat ninth.
Jun 21 2022Garcia went 2-for-5 with a three-run home run, a double and an additional run scored during Tuesday's 9-8 win against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Miami started off with a 4-0 deficit, but Garcia put his team on the board with a three-run shot to right center during the fourth inning. He also doubled and came around to score during the fifth. The 31-year-old posted a .513 OPS with only 10 RBI through the first two months of the season, but across 17 games in June he's hit .300 with 10 runs driven in.
Jun 20 2022Garcia is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Mets, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After missing two games to begin last week due to a hand injury, Garcia returned to the lineup Tuesday and started in each of the Marlins' last five games, going 5-for-20 with a home run, two doubles, two runs and three RBI. With the Marlins and Mets wrapping up their series with a day game, the veteran will get some routine maintenance while Jerar Encarnacion replaces him in right field.
Jun 14 2022Garcia (hand) is starting in right field and batting sixth Tuesday against the Phillies, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He underwent an MRI earlier this week after dealing with left hand inflammation and will only end up missing a couple games. Garcia is hitting .314 with zero home runs this month, but that includes five hits in two games at Coors Field to start the month.
Jun 13 2022Garcia (hand) remains on the bench Monday against the Phillies, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was scratched from Sunday's lineup due to a left hand injury, and while an MRI revealed no structural damage Monday, he'll sit for at least one more game. His timeline beyond that remains unclear. Bryan De La Cruz will get another start in right field Monday.
Jun 12 2022Garcia will undergo an MRI on his left hand Monday, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was scratched from Sunday's lineup since he had trouble swinging before the game, and his left hand inflammation has apparently been bothering him for several days. A better idea of his status should be revealed once the results of his MRI are known.
Jun 10 2022Garcia isn't starting Friday's game against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia started in the last seven games and hit .261 with a double, six runs, three walks and five strikeouts. Bryan De La Cruz will take his place in right field and bat ninth Friday.
Jun 1 2022Garcia is not in the lineup for Game 2 of Wednesday's doubleheader at Colorado, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Miami produced 14 runs on 21 hits during the Game 1 victory, and Garcia had some relatively quiet production by going 3-for-6 with an RBI. All of his hits were singles and he remains without an extra-base knock since May 16, but it's notable for being his first three-hit effort of the campaign. Bryan De La Cruz will take over in right field during the nightcap for the Marlins.
May 29 2022Marlins manager Don Mattingly said Garcia won't be included in the lineup for Sunday's game in Atlanta, despite being reinstated from the COVID-19-related injured list earlier in the day, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Even though Garcia's activation implies that he's cleared all-COVID-19-related protocols since landing on the IL two days earlier, he may still need another day to recover from the virus or a non-COVID-19 illness that may have landed him on the list for precautionary purposes. Regardless, Garcia should be ready to re-enter the starting nine in Monday's series opener in Colorado and take back an everyday role in the Miami outfield.
May 27 2022Garcia was placed on the injured list Friday without an injury designation, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It also wasn't specified which list he was placed on, which usually indicates the absence is related to COVID-19. Assuming that's the case, Garcia will be away from the team until he clears the league's testing protocols. Brian Anderson will receive the start in right field Friday, though Bryan De La Cruz should also see more opportunities in Garcia's absence.
May 11 2022Garcia went 2-for-4 with a three-run homer and a walk in Wednesday's win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia launched a three-run home run off J.B. Wendelken in the top of the ninth inning, his second long ball of the season. The 30-year-old also notched a single earlier in the game, notching his second multi-hit effort in his last three games. Garcia has now put together a five-game hit streak after going hitless in his prior four contests, raising his batting average from .171 to .204 in the process. After a strong season with Milwaukee in 2021, the Marlins hope that he can round back into form following a slow start to 2022.
May 8 2022Garcia is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Padres, Kevin Acee of The San Diego Union-Tribune reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia continues to struggle at the plate and will head to the bench after starting the past three games. Overall he has a .176/.211/.242 slash line with one home run and a 31.6 percent strikeout rate. Bryan De La Cruz will start in right field in his absence Sunday.
May 4 2022Garcia isn't starting Wednesday against the Diamondbacks, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia will get his first day off since April 17 after he went 1-for-12 with a run and six strikeouts over the last three games. Brian Anderson will start in right field and bat fifth.
Apr 17 2022Garcia is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Phillies, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia is likely just getting some extra maintenance after starting in right field each of the past three days following a recent two-game absence due to a back injury. Bryan De La Cruz will enter the outfield Sunday as a replacement for Garcia, who will effectively get two days to rest up with the Marlins' next game not coming until Tuesday versus the Cardinals.
Apr 14 2022Garcia (back) is starting Thursday's game against the Phillies, Craig Mish of SportsGrid.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia dealt with a back issue that kept him off the field for each of the last two games, but he'll return to action for Thursday's home opener. The 30-year-old went 2-for-13 with three strikeouts in his first three appearances of the season.
Apr 12 2022Manager Don Mattingly said Garcia's back is feeling better, and the outfielder could be available to pinch hit Tuesday against the Angels, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was kept out of the lineup Monday and Tuesday due to the back issue, but it doesn't appear to be a serious concern if the team is considering using him off the bench. Miami has a scheduled off day Wednesday, so the 30-year-old will have another day to rest up for the start of a four-game set Thursday versus Philadelphia.
Apr 11 2022Garcia (undisclosed) was scratched from Monday's lineup against the Angels, Jordan McPherson of the Miami Herald reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was originally slated to bat cleanup as the designated hitter, but Garrett Cooper (wrist) will instead serve as Miami's designated hitter. There's been no announcement of an injury, so it could just be an early day off for Garcia, who is 2-for-13 through the first three games of the season.
Mar 20 2022Garcia went 1-for-3 with a three-run home run in Saturday's Grapefruit League game against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Houston didn't exactly send its best to Roger Dean Stadium, as Garcia's homer came off minor-league arm Jimmy Endersby, but it was still a nice way to start the spring schedule for one of Miami's big free-agent signings. Garcia posted the best power numbers of his career last season for the Brewers, slashing .262/.330/.490 with 29 homers and 86 RBI in 135 games, and the Marlins are hoping the 30-year-old can supply similar production in the heart of their order.
Nov 28 2021Garcia signed a four-year, $53 million contract with the Marlins on Sunday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia spent the last two seasons in Milwaukee but opted out of his contract with the Brewers in early November. He slashed .262/.330/.490 with 29 home runs, 86 RBI, 68 runs and eight stolen bases in 135 games last year, and he'll be rewarded with a long-term deal from the Marlins. He should take on a starting role with his new club in 2022.
Nov 4 2021Garcia opted out of his deal with the Brewers on Thursday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia had a $12 million mutual option for 2022, but he'll become a free agent following his strong performance in 2021. The 30-year-old slashed .262/.330/.490 with a career-best 29 home runs and 86 RBI across 135 appearances with the Brewers last year.
Oct 2 2021Garcia will be in the Brewers' lineup Sunday against the Dodgers, Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was out of the lineup Saturday and has started only two of the team's last five games. However, manager Craig Counsell told reporters prior to the contest that Garia was not dealing with an injury and that the team was simply trying to get him some extra rest prior to the postseason.
Sep 30 2021Garcia isn't in the lineup for Thursday's game against St. Louis. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Brewers appear to be giving Garcia some chances to rest ahead of the postseason, and he'll remain out of the lineup for a second straight game. Tyrone Taylor will start in right field and bat fourth.
Sep 29 2021Garcia isn't starting Wednesday's game against St. Louis. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia went 1-for-4 with two strikeouts in Tuesday's series opener, and he'll be out of the lineup for the second time in the last three games. Jackie Bradley will start in right field and bat seventh.
Sep 26 2021Garcia is out of the lineup Sunday against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia started the past two games and will receive a day off after going 0-for-6 with a walk, a run and three strikeouts. Tyrone Taylor will start in right field Sunday for Milwaukee.
Sep 23 2021Garcia isn't starting Thursday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia will get a breather after he went 3-for-10 with two solo home runs and three strikeouts across the first three games of the series. Tyrone Taylor will take his place in right field and bat sixth.
Sep 22 2021Garcia went 1-for-3 with a solo homer in Wednesday's 10-2 loss to the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia took Cardinals starter Miles Mikolas deep in the seventh inning to pull a run back for Milwaukee in its blowout loss to St. Louis on Wednesday night. In the process, the 30-year-old pushed his hit streak to six games. The outfielder obliterated his career high in home runs this season while also setting a new benchmark in RBI. He'll look to finish strong in preparation for the Brewers' playoff run.
Sep 21 2021Garcia went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Monday's 5-2 loss to the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia made his return to the lineup for the first time in nearly a week due to lower back spasms and quickly got the Brewers on the board with a home run off Jon Lester in the second inning. Garcia has showcased some impressive power in his 10th MLB season, as he's up to a career-high 28 home runs and 83 RBI on the year. Overall, he's slashing .270/.338/.502 with 45 extra-base hits, 83 RBI, 66 runs scored, eight steals and 36:112 BB:K over 485 plate appearances.
Sep 20 2021Garcia (back) is starting Monday's game against the Cardinals, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia sat out the past four games while recovering from lower-back spasms, but he'll rejoin the lineup for Monday's series opener versus St. Louis. The 30-year-old was 6-for-19 with three homers, five RBI, four runs and a stolen base in the five games prior to the injury.
Sep 19 2021Garcia (back) is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia hasn't played since Tuesday, so his not being on the injured list suggests the Brewers expect him back shortly. The outfielder hit .259 in eight games at the start of September before back spasms sidelined him. Jace Peterson is starting in right field and batting sixth Sunday.
Sep 18 2021Garcia (back) is out of the lineup Saturday against the Cubs, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was pulled from Tuesday's contest with lower-back spasms and hasn't seen the field since exiting that game. Jace Peterson will receive another start in right field for the Brewers in his continued absence.
Sep 17 2021Garcia (back) remains on the bench for Friday's game against the Cubs, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia left Tuesday's game against the Tigers with back spasms and didn't play in Wednesday's contest. He's evidently still not ready to go even after Thursday's off day, so Jace Peterson will make another start in right field.
Sep 15 2021Garcia (back) isn't starting Wednesday's game against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was removed from Tuesday's loss due to lower-back spasms, although manager Craig Counsell said that the injury isn't a significant concern. He'll get a day to recover while Jace Peterson starts in right field and bats sixth.
Sep 14 2021Manager Craig Counsell said after Tuesday's loss to the Tigers that Garcia's lower-back spasms aren't a serious concern, though the outfielder won't be in the lineup for Wednesday's series finale, Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Brewers currently hold a 13.5-game lead over the Cardinals in the NL Central, so it's hardly a surprise the team will exercise caution with a mid-September injury. Garcia went 1-for-3 before being removed from Tuesday's contest, and he'll have Wednesday plus Thursday's scheduled off day to rest up before Friday's series opener versus the Cubs.
Sep 12 2021Garcia went 2-for-5 with two home runs and three RBI in Sunday's 11-1 victory over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia knocked a solo blast off starter Aaron Civale in the third inning and added a two-run shot in the eighth for good measure. He's up to 27 home runs this season, though he had just one in his previous 15 appearances entering Sunday/ The veteran outfielder is slashing .269/.338/.498 with 82 RBI and 44 extra-base hits through 479 plate appearances.
Sep 11 2021Garcia is not in Saturday's lineup against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He is hitting .310/.382/.548 with 10 home runs and three steals in 51 games since the start of July. Jace Peterson will start in right field and bat fifth.
Sep 8 2021Garcia isn't in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Phillies, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia returned to the lineup Tuesday and went 1-for-5 with a two-run homer and two strikeouts. Jackie Bradley will take over in right field and bat eighth.
Sep 7 2021Garcia (hamstring/back) went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's 10-0 win over Philadelphia. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder had been sidelined since last Thursday before returning to the starting nine Tuesday. Garcia's contribution to the offense came in the seventh inning, as his two-run blast put Milwaukee up 8-0. He's reached the 25-homer mark for the first time in his career, and he's added a .266/.338/.487 slash line with 79 RBI, 62 runs scored and seven stolen bases in 468 plate appearances overall.
Sep 6 2021Garcia (hamstring/back) isn't starting Monday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia will be out of the lineup for a fourth straight game as he continues to deal with hamstring and back tightness, but he drew a walk in his lone plate appearance as a pinch hitter Sunday. Jace Peterson will start in right field and bat second.
Sep 5 2021Garcia (hamstring/back) is out of the lineup Sunday against the Cardinals, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was pulled from Thursday's contest with hamstring and back tightness, and he'll be sidelined for the third consecutive game Sunday. Jackie Bradley will start in right field for Milwaukee in the series finale.
Sep 4 2021Garcia (hamstring/back) remains out of the lineup Saturday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia will be out of the lineup for a second consecutive game after he exited Thursday's game with hamstring and back tightness. Jace Peterson will remain in right field and bat fifth.
Sep 3 2021Garcia (hamstring/back) isn't starting Friday's game against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was removed from Thursday's loss to the Giants due to hamstring and back tightness, and he's still feeling sore Friday. He's considered day-to-day. Jace Peterson will start in right field and lead off.
Sep 2 2021Garcia exited Thursday's loss to the Giants due to hamstring and back tightness, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was replaced defensively in the bottom of the eighth inning Thursday, but manager Craig Counsell called the outfielder's removal precautionary. He went 0-for-3 with three strikeouts prior to his departure and should be considered day-to-day ahead of Friday's series opener against the Cardinals.
Aug 29 2021Garcia is out of the lineup Sunday against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia is 0-for-8 with three strikeouts in the past two games and will head to the bench after starting the previous six contests. Jace Peterson will man right field in his place for the Brewers in the series finale.
Aug 21 2021Garcia is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia's solo home run Friday was his fourth in the last six games, a span during which he's gone 8-for-21 and drawn three walks. Jace Peterson is playing right field and batting seventh Saturday.
Aug 19 2021Garcia went 2-for-4 with two home runs in Thursday's victory over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia's first home run in the fifth inning pulled the Brewers within a run, and his second long ball in the top of the ninth tied the game and allowed the Brewers to pick up the win in the 10th. Garcia has been an absolute tear since the start of July, going 41-for-117 (.350) with eight homers, 26 RBI, 21 runs and two steals over 34 games.
Aug 14 2021Garcia (hand) went 2-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk in Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Making his first start since Tuesday, Garcia got the nod in right field and hit cleanup and launched a homer to left-center field in the seventh inning to round out the scoring. It was the 21st longball of the year for Garcia, a new career high. The 30-year-old is slashing .269/.334/.486 in 398 plate appearances on the year.
Aug 13 2021Garcia (hand) is out of the lineup Friday against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia will sit for a second straight contest after suffering a bruise on his left hand from a hit by pitch Wednesday. Jace Peterson, who went 5-for-5 with a homer, a double, four RBI and three runs Thursday, will receive another start in right field.
Aug 12 2021Garcia (hand) isn't starting Thursday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was hit by a pitch on the hand in the first inning of Wednesday's contest, and he was diagnosed with a bruise after X-rays came back negative. Jace Peterson will start in right field and bat sixth.
Aug 11 2021Garcia was diagnosed with a bruised left hand Wednesday after undergoing X-rays, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was hit on the hand during the first inning Wednesday and was unable to finish the at-bat, but it appears he avoided a serious injury. The 30-year-old should be considered day-to-day until the team updates his status.
Aug 10 2021Garcia is out of the lineup for Game 2 of Tuesday's doubleheader against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia went 1-for-3 with a two-run homer during the Game 1 victory and will take a seat for the nightcap. Jace Peterson will start in right field in his absence.
Aug 8 2021Garcia is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jace Peterson will get a turn in right field while Garcia sits after making five consecutive starts. During that stretch, Garcia went 5-for-19 with three extra-base hits (two doubles, one home run) while chipping in two stolen bases.
Aug 6 2021Garcia went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, a walk and an additional run scored in Friday's 2-1 extra-inning win over San Francisco. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder opened the scoring with a second-inning solo shot, his second homer in his last six games. Garcia was the initial runner for Milwaukee in the 10th inning, and he scored the winning run on a Rowdy Tellez single. With five multi-hit efforts in his last nine games, Garcia is swinging the bat well lately. He's posted an .800 OPS and .267 batting average while adding 19 homers, 67 RBI, 49 runs scored and six stolen bases through 383 plate appearances this year.
Aug 3 2021Garcia went 3-for-5 with a double, three RBI and a stolen base Tuesday against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia delivered three seperate run-scoring hits, including two singles and a double. It was his fifth multi-hit effort in his last seven starts. In that span, he's delivered eight RBI, six runs scored and two stolen bases. Though he's swiped only six bags on the season, he's also now recorded one in each of his last two contests. Overall, Garcia is hitting .270/.331/.469 across 375 plate appearances on the campaign.
Aug 1 2021Garica is out of the lineup Sunday against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia will head to the bench after starting the past five games and going 10-for-22 with a home run, a double, two walks, five RBI and six runs. Jackie Bradley will start in right field versus Atlanta righty Charlie Morton.
Jul 30 2021Garcia went 3-for-5 with a three-run home run in Friday's 9-5 win over Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder tied the game for Milwaukee with his third-inning blast to finish erasing a four-run deficit. Garcia has produced a trio of three-hit efforts in his last nine games, although he's also gone 0-fer four times (three starts) in that span. The 30-year-old owns a .263/.320/.465 slash line with 18 homers, 63 RBI, 46 runs scored and four stolen bases across 362 plate appearances.
Jul 28 2021Garcia went 3-for-5 with an RBI and two runs scored in Wednesday's 7-3 win over Pittsburgh. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder helped Milwaukee open the scoring with an RBI single in the first inning. Garcia added two more singles in the contest and scored in the fourth and seventh innings. The 30-year-old has produced three multi-hit efforts in his last seven games, but he's also gone hitless three times in that span. Overall, he owns a .262/.321/.461 slash line with 17 home runs, 60 RBI, 45 runs scored and four stolen bases through 352 plate appearances.
Jul 25 2021Garcia is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After supplying home runs in both of the first two games of the series, fourth outfielder Tyrone Taylor will be rewarded with a third straight start, so Garcia will be bumped to the bench as a result. Garcia hasn't provided much offense over his last three games, going 1-for-12 with an RBI.
Jul 18 2021Garcia is not starting Sunday's series finale against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Following a 2-for-6 effort Saturday, Garcia is now hitting .366 with two home runs and 11 RBI in his last 11 games. He's also doubled four times in that span. Tyrone Taylor will start in right field and bat sixth Sunday.
Jul 17 2021Garcia went 1-for-5 wit ha solo home run in Friday's 11-6 win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He took Tyler Mahle deep in the second inning to get the Brewers on the board. Garcia has hit safely in five straight games sandwiched around the All-Star break, and on the year he's slashing .255/.317/.469 with 17 homers and 56 RBI through 82 contests.
Jul 8 2021Garcia went 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBI in Thursday's 5-3 win over Cincinnati. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The outfielder opened the scoring with an RBI single in the first inning, and he added Milwaukee's last runs with a two-run blast in the eighth. Garcia is up to 16 homers, 54 RBI, 37 runs scored and four stolen bases through 302 plate appearances this season. He's been eased back into action since recovering from a hamstring strain -- he could continue to split time with Tyrone Taylor in right field.
Jul 7 2021Garcia is not in the lineup for the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran gets a breather after going 1-for-3 with a single in the first game Wednesday. Garcia is now 12-for-28 with a pair of doubles and nine RBI in that span. Tyrone Taylor will start in right field Wednesday night.
Jul 5 2021Garcia isn't starting Monday's game against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia returned from a hamstring injury Saturday, and he went 5-for-10 with two doubles, five RBI, a run and a strikeout across the last two games. Tyrone Taylor will take his place in right field and bat fifth.
Jul 4 2021Garcia went 4-for-6 with two doubles, five RBI and a run scored in Saturday's win over Pittsburgh. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia enjoyed a strong return after missing three straight games with a sore left hamstring, as he was involved directly in six of the team's 11 runs during the rout of the Pirates. The veteran outfielder socked a two-run double in the first, added an RBI single in the second and capped things off with two more hits -- an RBI following a fielding error in the eighth and an RBI double in the ninth. Garcia is hitting only .258 since the beginning of June, but he has recorded at least three hits in three of his last four contests.
Jul 3 2021Garcia (hamstring) is starting Saturday's game against Pittsburgh. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia had missed the last three games due to a sore left hamstring, but he'll start in right field and bat fifth Saturday. The 30-year-old went 6-for-14 with two home runs, a double, four runs and four RBI across his last three games, and he could be available for Milwaukee going forward.
Jul 2 2021Garcia (hamstring) is not starting Friday's game against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Craig Counsell said that he expects Garcia will be fine for Saturday's game against Pittsburgh, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports. It's possible he's available off the bench Friday. Prior to his three-game absence, Garcia hit .250 with two homers and eight RBI in his last 11 contests. Tyrone Taylor gets another start in right field.
Jul 1 2021Garcia is dealing with soreness in his left hamstring but is expected to be available off the bench Thursday at Pittsburgh, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The injury helps explain why the 30-year-old was held out of the lineup Thursday for the second consecutive contest. It doesn't appear to be a serious issue since he's set to be available as a reserve. Tyrone Taylor is starting in right field in his place.
Jun 30 2021Garcia isn't starting Wednesday against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia racked up three hits in Monday's series opener, but he went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts Tuesday. He'll get a breather as Tyrone Taylor starts in right field and bats fifth.
Jun 29 2021Garcia went 3-for-5 with a home run, three RBI and two runs scored in Monday's 14-4 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia cranked a solo home run off Kyle Hendricks in the third inning to give the Brewers a 3-2 lead. The veteran outfielder has been the biggest power threat for Milwaukee, pacing the club with 15 long balls. He's slashing .243/.312/.450 with a team-leading 46 RBI in 279 plate appearances, and he's actually gone 3-for-5 with a homer in back-to-back games.
Jun 27 2021Garcia is out of the lineup Sunday versus Colorado, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia went 3-for-5 with a solo homer, a double and an additional run scored Saturday, and he'll take a seat after starting the past five games. Tyrone Taylor will operate in right field in the series finale.
Jun 20 2021Garcia is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Derek Fisher will pick up a start in right field in place of Garcia, who will take a seat after starting in each of the Brewers' last seven games. Garcia has gotten off to a sluggish start to June, reaching base at a .277 clip on the month while providing four extra-base hits (three home runs, one double) in 16 games.
Jun 12 2021Garcia is not starting Saturday against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia has shown a fair amount of power recently, homering six times in his last 16 games. He'll hit the bench Saturday with Jace Peterson taking over in right field.
Jun 9 2021Garcia went 2-for-4 with an RBI infield single and a solo home run in a win over the Reds on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran slugger's fourth-inning round tripper to left erased an early 1-0 deficit for the Brewers, and he'd subsequently plate Jace Peterson in the seventh with an infield single to extend Milwaukee's lead to two runs at the time. Garcia has now left the yard four times in the last nine games, accounting for one-third of his long-ball production on the campaign.
Jun 5 2021Garcia will sit Saturday against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia hits the bench after starting eight games, a stretch in which he posted a .940 OPS and homered three times. Tyrone Taylor will be the right fielder Saturday.
Jun 3 2021Garcia went 1-for-3 with a solo home run and a walk Thursday against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia took Seth Frankoff yard in the eighth inning to record his 11th homer of the season. He continued his strong surge of power, as Thursday's homer marked his fifth in his last 10 starts. Garcia has maintained a .246/.314/.469 line with 27 runs scored and 32 RBI across 194 plate appearances on the campaign.
May 30 2021Garcia went 1-for-2 with a two-run homer in Sunday's 3-0 win over the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia homered in Saturday's matinee against Washington, and he put the Brewers on the board with his two-run blast in the top of the first inning Sunday. Across his last seven games, Garcia has hit .269 with four home runs, eight RBI and five runs.
May 29 2021Garcia went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and an additional RBI during Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old started the scoring with a two-run shot during the first inning and also brought home another run via a groundout two frames later. Garcia remains in the lineup for the nightcap, starting in right field and batting third.
May 26 2021Garcia is out of the lineup Wednesday versus the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old started the past four games but will take a seat Wednesday. Christian Yelich, Lorenzo Cain and Jackie Bradley will start from left to right in the outfield.
May 21 2021Garcia will sit Friday against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia hits the bench after starting seven straight games in right field. Jackie Bradley will take over in his absence.
May 12 2021Garcia went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and a walk Wednesday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: There were reports prior to Wednesday's game that Garcia is playing through a back injury, though he showed no ill effects when he took Ryan Helsley deep in the eighth inning. It was his fifth home run of the season and second in his last four games, despite appearing as a pinch-hitter on two occasions due to his health. Garcia is now hitting .272/.349/.430 across 129 plate appearances this season to go along with 16 runs scored and 20 RBI.
May 11 2021Garcia is not in the lineup Tuesday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It hasn't been reported that Garcia is dealing with an injury, yet he finds himself on the bench for the second straight game despite having a 1.156 OPS over his past 10 contests. Tyrone Taylor, Lorenzo Cain and Jackie Bradley will start from left to right in the outfield Tuesday.
May 9 2021Garcia is out of the lineup Sunday against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia is 15-for-32 with a homer, a double, four walks, eight RBI and four runs over his past 10 games, but he'll receive the day off Sunday. Billy McKinney, Jackie Bradley and Tyrone Taylor will start from left to right in the outfield in the series finale.
May 8 2021Garcia went 3-for-5 with a two-run home run in Saturday's 6-2 win over the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He took John Curtiss deep in the fifth inning, Garcia's first homer since April 18 and fourth of the year. Despite the lack of recent power he's still been plenty productive, going 15-for-30 over his last nine games with eight RBI.
May 6 2021Garcia isn't in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia will get a breather after he went 4-for-4 with a double and three RBI on Wednesday. Tyrone Taylor will start in right field and bat third.
May 5 2021Garcia went 4-for-4 with a double and three RBI in Wednesday's 5-4 loss to the Phillies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While the outfielder had a big game, he didn't get a whole lot of help as Garcia accounted for half of the Brewers' hits on the night. The effort extended his hitting streak to six games, during which he's gone 11-for-21 with six RBI.
Apr 28 2021Garcia isn't in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia had been in the lineup in each of the last three games and went 1-for-12 with a walk, one stolen base and five strikeouts during that time. Tyrone Taylor will start in right field and bat fifth.
Apr 25 2021Garcia is starting in right field and batting third for the Brewers on Sunday against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was held out of Saturday's lineup with back soreness, though his absence will be limited to one game. He'll look to get things going at the plate, as he enters the contest having gone 0-for-12 in his last four games with nine strikeouts.
Apr 24 2021Garcia (back) isn't starting Saturday's game against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia left Friday's game against the Cubs due to back tightness, but the injury isn't believed to be too serious. However, Tyrone Taylor will take over in right field and bat third Saturday.
Apr 23 2021Garcia left Friday's game against the Cubs with back tightness but is expected to be fine, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia left early in the 15-2 blowout and was able to receive treatment during the game. The Brewers are optimistic that he could return as soon as Saturday, Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
Apr 18 2021Garcia went 2-for-5 with a solo home run and an additional run scored in Sunday's 6-5 extra-inning loss to the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia hit a single in the first inning and scored on a Travis Shaw double. In the third, Garcia took Pirates starter Chad Kuhl deep with a solo shot. The 29-year-old Garcia has been solid with a .269/.316/.481 slash line, three homers, 10 RBI, 10 runs scored and a stolen base through 13 games.
Apr 17 2021Garcia went 1-for-3 with a pair of RBI in Saturday's win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-handed hitter had a single in the first inning and a sacrifice fly in the fourth to account for a couple of runs batted in. Garcia gave the Brewers their first lead of the game and they never looked back as the 29-year-old veteran is currently slashing .255/.328/.426 in 2021.
Apr 11 2021Garcia went 1-for-5 with a two-run homer and two runs scored in Sunday's 9-3 win against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia launched a 428-foot blast as part of a four-run first inning for the Brewers. After starting the season in a 4-for-22 rut, the veteran outfielder went 3-for-9 with two homers and seven RBI over the last two games.
Apr 10 2021Garcia went 2-for-4 with a home run, a double, two runs, five RBI and a walk during Saturday's 9-5 win over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old was 4-for-22 with zero RBI through his first five appearances of the season, but he was responsible for four of Milwaukee's first five runs Saturday. Garcia should continue to rotate for reps between center and right field behind Lorenzo Cain and Jackie Bradley.
Apr 8 2021Garcia will sit Thursday against the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia started five of the first six games of the season, though he might sit slightly more often going forward now that Lorenzo Cain is back from a minor oblique issue. Jackie Bradley will be the right fielder Thursday.
Apr 7 2021Garcia went 1-for-5 with a stolen base in Wednesday's 4-2 extra-inning win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia hit a single in the sixth inning and stole second base, although he didn't come around to score. The 29-year-old outfielder has gone 4-for-22 (.182) in five games this season, and all four hits have been singles. He's added a steal and one run score. Garcia, Lorenzo Cain and Jackie Bradley will continue to compete for a share of playing time between center field and right field. Garcia will get his at-bats, but it remains to be seen if he'll make them productive in 2021 after he posted a .238/.333/.326 slash line with two homers, 15 RBI, 20 runs scored and one stolen base in 53 games last season.
Apr 3 2021Garcia is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia, Lorenzo Cain and Jackie Bradley are expected to split time in some capacity in center and right field, though the exact breakdown of starts among the trio may take some time to figure out. Cain started in center with Garcia in right on Opening Day, while it will be Cain again in center with Bradley in right in the second game of the year.
Mar 9 2021Garcia went 3-for-3 with two RBI and a run in Monday's spring game against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia has seen the ball well this spring, and that continued Monday. It appeared early in camp that Garcia was ticketed for a regular spot in right field, but the addition of Jackie Bradley to the mix gives the Brewers four outfielders capable of handling everyday at-bats. Garcia will still see his fair share of action, but it won't be as much now that he, Bradley and Lorenzo Cain figure to share the playing time in center and right field.
Feb 26 2021Garcia moved to a healthier diet this offseason and is beginning spring training about 35 pounds lighter, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old was listed at 6-foot-4, 250 pounds last season, but he's apparently down to about 215 pounds for 2021. Garcia struggled during his first season with Milwaukee in 2020 and slashed .238/.333/.326 with only 12 extra-base hits in 53 games, but he clearly made an effort to change his approach during the offseason.
Oct 1 2020Garcia went 3-for-4 in Wednesday's Game 1 loss to the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All three of his hits were singles and he didn't score or drive in any runs. He should start again in center field in Game 2 with lefty Clayton Kershaw starting for the Dodgers.
Sep 23 2020Garcia went 3-for-4 with a double in Wednesday's 6-1 loss to the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was his second three-hit game this season. Unfortunately, the good comes with some bad, as Garcia was also caught stealing second base. His first season in Milwaukee has been entirely underwhelming, but Garcia continues to see regular starts atop the batting order.
Sep 22 2020Garcia is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia gets a rest after starting 14 straight games. He posted a .964 OPS in the first 11 of those games but has since gone hitless in three straight contests. Tyrone Taylor starts in center field in his absence.
Sep 12 2020Garcia went 2-for-4 with a double and a stolen base in a 1-0 victory over the Cubs on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia contributed half of his team's hits from the leadoff spot. The contest brought his season average to .248 and he's now 7-for-15 with seven walks in his last seven games. That being said, the 29-year-old is slugging a weak .368 and resides in the bottom 15 percent in exit velocity.
Sep 9 2020Garcia went 2-for-4 with two doubles, three runs, two RBI and two walks during Wednesday's 19-0 win at Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old entered Wednesday's contest 7-for-37 and without a multi-hit effort in his past 13 contests, but he and the rest of the Brewers' offense broke out against the Tigers. Garcia has a .237/.351/.360 slash line with two homers, eight doubles, 17 runs and 14 RBI in 34 games.
Sep 8 2020Garcia (hamstring) is back in action Tuesday against the Tigers, batting sixth and playing center field. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia had been sidelined for three straight games with a hamstring issue, an absence which came shortly after another three-game absence due to an ankle injury. Perhaps due to those nagging injuries, he's hitting just .176/.317/.206 over his last 12 games.
Sep 6 2020Garcia (hamstring) is not in Sunday's starting lineup against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia will miss his third straight contest due to a hamstring injury. He was originally ruled out for both Friday and Saturday, but he is still not ready to return. Tyrone Taylor is starting in center field and batting eighth in Garcia's place.
Sep 4 2020Garcia is dealing with a hamstring injury and is expected to be out of the lineup until at least Sunday, Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia presumably picked up the hamstring injury during Wednesday's win over the Tigers as he went 0-for-1 with two walks and a hit by pitch, and he'll miss at least two contests as a result. Ben Gamel starts in center field for the Brewers on Friday.
Sep 1 2020Garcia (ankle) is starting Tuesday against the Tigers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia missed three consecutive games while tending to an ankle injury, but he's back in action for the series opener against Detroit. The 29-year-old has a career-low .656 OPS to begin the season.
Aug 31 2020Garcia (ankle) isn't in Monday's lineup against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia will remain out of the lineup for the third straight game as he continues to deal with an ankle injury. He was able to serve as a pinch hitter Saturday, but he tweaked the injury during that appearance. Ben Gamel will start in center field with Jace Peterson starting in right.
Aug 30 2020Garcia (ankle) is not in the lineup Sunday against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 29-year-old picked up the right ankle injury Friday and tweaked it during a pinch-hit appearance Saturday, and he won't return to the starting lineup Sunday. Garcia should be considered day-to-day until the Brewers indicate otherwise. Ben Gamel will shift to center field, with Mark Mathias starting in right.
Aug 29 2020Garcia isn't in Saturday's lineup against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia is hitless in his last six at-bats, and he'll get a day off for the second game of the team's series against the Pirates. Ben Gamel will start in center field in his place.
Aug 21 2020Garcia is out of the lineup Friday against the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia started the past 12 games and will take a seat after positing a .657 OPS during that stretch. Ben Gamel will slide to center field Friday, while Brock Holt starts in right.
Aug 20 2020Garcia went 2-for-4 with a home run and a season-high four RBI in Wednesday's victory over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia recorded multiple hits for the third time in eight games and nearly doubled his RBI total on the season. Garcia has bounced around the batting order in his first year with the Brewers, but he has settled into an everyday role in center field, starting all but two games there since Lorenzo Cain announced he was opting out of the remainder of the season.
Aug 12 2020Garcia went 3-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's 6-4 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He drove the second pitch he saw from Tyler Clippard into the second deck in left field for a leadoff homer. Garcia's blast was his first of the year, and he's now slashing .255/.352/.383 through 13 games.
Aug 8 2020Garcia (forearm) will be in the lineup Saturday against Cincinnati, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was struck in the forearm by a pitch Thursday and sat out Friday's contest, but he's dealing with nothing worse than soreness and will be able to return after a very brief absence. He's gotten on base well to start the season but hasn't shown much power, hitting .258/.395/.355 through nine games.
Aug 7 2020Garcia is not starting Friday against the Reds due to forearm soreness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was hit by a pitch on the forearm in Thursday's win against the White Sox, and he'll be held out as he's still sore. Manager Craig Counsell said prior to the game that Garcia is considered day-to-day. Ben Gamel will take over in center field with Mark Mathias starting in right field Friday.
Aug 4 2020Garcia went 2-for-4 with a double and three RBI in Monday's 6-4 loss to the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: His two-bagger in the first inning brought home Christian Yelich, and Garcia then added a two-run single in the fifth to give the Brewers their only lead of the game. The 29-year-old is batting .300 (6-for-15) through his first six games for Milwaukee, but Garcia is still looking for his first homer of the year.
Jul 26 2020Garcia is not in Sunday's lineup against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He is 1-for-8 with four strikeouts through two games. Ben Gamel will get the start in right field while batting eighth.
Mar 20 2020Garcia has gone 3-for-19 (.158) with two runs and a 2:7 BB:K over eight games this spring. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia had not found his swing when exhibition games were halted, but he will have plenty of time to do so before action resumes. He remains on track to open the season sharing right-field duties with Ryan Braun in some fashion, and will presumably slide over to center or left field whenever fellow outfielders Christian Yelich and Lorenzo Cain need a day off.
Feb 17 2020Garcia is expected to share time in right field with Ryan Braun in 2020, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In order to maximize the defensive skills of Garcia, Milwaukee is planning to shift Christian Yelich to left field in 2020 while Garcia and Braun share time in right field. Garcia, who signed a two-year contract with the Brewers in the offseason, is also expected to spell Lorenzo Cain in center field on occasion, while Braun should see time at first base in order to maximize both of their at-bats.
Dec 16 2019Garcia signed a two-year, $20 million deal with the Brewers on Monday, Jon Heyman of MLB Network reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After a slow start to his career, Garcia has hit well in two of the last three seasons, posting a .330/.380/.506 line for the White Sox in 2017 and a .282/.332/.464 line for the Rays last season. He hit a career-best 20 homers last season and could be in line to beat that number this season in a much more hitter-friendly home park, though his playing time may depend in part on how often Ryan Braun moves in to play first base.
Oct 4 2019Garcia is not in the lineup for Game 1 of the ALDS against the Astros on Friday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer in Wednesday's wild-card win in Oakland. Yandy Diaz, who homered twice in that contest, starts as the designated hitter Friday.
Sep 28 2019Garcia is not in Saturday's lineup against the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He is hitting .395 with two home runs over his last 10 games. Jesus Aguilar is starting at designated hitter and batting fifth.
Sep 26 2019Garcia went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and a second run scored in Wednesday's 4-0 win over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's only Garcia's second big fly in September, but it was enough to give the 28-year-old his first career 20-homer campaign. He's having a good month otherwise, however, slashing .333/.350/.561 through 15 games with 11 RBI as the Rays continue their push to lock up a wild-card spot.
Sep 24 2019Garcia is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Yankees, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After missing a pair of games over the weekend due to vertigo, Garcia rejoined the starting lineup Monday and went 1-for-3 with an RBI double in Tampa Bay's win over Boston. He'll head back to the bench Tuesday as the Rays look to ease him back into action, with Jesus Aguilar picking up the start at DH in his stead.
Sep 23 2019Garcia (head) will start in right field and bat sixth Monday against the Red Sox, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia draws back into the starting nine for the series finale after a vertigo spell kept him on the bench for the last two games of the weekend. Expect Garcia -- who has slashed .320/.340/.500 through 13 games in September -- to start nearly all of the Rays' final six contests of the regular season with the team in a tight battle for one of the two American League wild-card spots.
Sep 22 2019Garcia (illness) is not in Sunday's lineup but will be available off the bench,Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia has been out of the lineup both Saturday and Sunday and told reporters that he has been dealing with vertigo. He also said he's starting to feel better, which could mean a full return to the lineup Monday against the Red Sox.
Sep 21 2019Garcia (dizziness) is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was removed from Friday's game after six innings and manager Kevin Cash did not provide many details afterward, saying only that Garcia was removed due to "dizziness." Austin Meadows is slated to man right field Saturday with Kevin Kiermaier in center and Nate Lowe at DH.
Sep 17 2019Garia is not starting Tuesday against the Dodgers, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Rays' lineup will be a man short with the series being played under National League rules. Garcia owns a strong .371/.395/.629 line over his last nine games, so it would be a surprise to see him stuck on the bench for the entirety of the series.
Sep 14 2019Garcia went 2-for-5 with an RBI single and a two-run double in a win over the Angels on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was a catalyst out of the top of the order, with the three-RBI effort his second of the last four games. The veteran has driven in nine runs overall across his last eight contests, an impressive display of timely hitting that he's accomplished with six extra-base hits (four doubles, one triple, one home run) over that span.
Sep 13 2019Garcia (glute) went 1-for-4 with a run in a loss to the Rangers on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was right back in the lineup and starting in center field after missing Wednesday's contest. The veteran has now reached safely in seven straight games, and his next home run will push him to a career-high 20 for the campaign.
Sep 12 2019Garcia (glute) is starting in center field and hitting leadoff Thursday against the Rangers, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia exited Tuesday's game with a glute strain, but he's been cleared to rejoin the lineup after missing just one game. In 15 appearances since returning from an oblique injury last month, Garcia is slashing .246/.267/.439 with two home runs, nine RBI and a stolen base.
Sep 10 2019Garcia was removed from Tuesday's game against the Rangers with right hip tightness, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia went 0-for-3 with a walk before exiting the game following his eighth-inning strikeout. The 28-year-old should be considered day-to-day until more is known on the injury.
Sep 9 2019Garcia went 3-for-4 with a run-scoring ground-rule double, another two-bagger, a two-run home run and two runs overall in a win over the Blue Jays on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was a thorn in the side of Blue Jays pitching throughout the afternoon and churned out his second consecutive multi-hit effort. The veteran has all five of his extra-base hits for September within the last four games, and with 43 extra-base knocks on the season, he remains within striking distance of eclipsing the career-high 50 he laced with the White Sox back in 2017.
Sep 8 2019Garcia went 2-for-5 with a run in a win over the Blue Jays on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia was effective out of the top of the order while generating his first multi-hit effort of September. The veteran has a modest four-game hitting streak after opening the current month with an 0-for-8 tally over his first pair of games.
Sep 1 2019Garcia is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Indians.
Aug 31 2019Garcia went 2-for-4 with two runs scored and a two-run home run in Saturday's win over Cleveland.
Aug 25 2019Garcia (oblique) went 0-for-4 in Saturday's loss to the Orioles, his first game back from a stay on the injured list.
Aug 24 2019Garcia (oblique) was activated from the injured list Saturday.
Aug 23 2019Garcia (oblique) is set to be activated from the injured list Saturday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Aug 22 2019Garcia is set to test his recovering oblique in a rehab game at Triple-A Durham on Thursday, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Aug 20 2019Garcia (oblique) is on track to return sometime during Tampa Bay's upcoming series against Baltimore, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.
Aug 19 2019Garcia (oblique) is scheduled to take dry swings Monday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.
Aug 16 2019Garcia (oblique) received good news after undergoing an MRI, and the Rays are hopeful he'll be ready to return after the 10-day minimum, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay
Aug 14 2019Garcia was placed on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with a right oblique strain, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.
Aug 13 2019Garcia was removed from Tuesday's game at San Diego with right oblique tightness, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.
Aug 12 2019Garcia went 3-for-6 with a two-run home run, a double, and two runs scored to help the Rays to a 10-4 victory over the Padres on Monday.
Aug 10 2019Garcia went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Saturday's 5-4 win over the Mariners.
Aug 5 2019Garcia will be on the bench Monday against the Blue Jays, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network reports.
Aug 4 2019Garcia went 2-for-3 with two walks and a run scored Saturday in the Rays' 8-6 win over the Marlins.
Aug 1 2019Garcia is not in the lineup Thursday against the Red Sox.
Jul 31 2019Garcia went 2-for-5 with a double, a home run and three RBI in a 6-5 victory against the Red Sox on Tuesday.
Jul 30 2019Garcia (illness) is back in the lineup Tuesday in Boston, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Jul 28 2019Garcia (illness) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Blue Jays, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
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Jul 27 2019Garcia exited Saturday's game against the Blue Jays in the fourth inning due to an illness, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports.
Jul 27 2019Garcia exited Saturday's game against the Blue Jays in the fourth inning due to an illness, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 20 2019Garcia went 1-for-2 with a solo home run and three walks during a 2-1 loss against the White Sox on Saturday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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Jul 18 2019Garcia isn't starting Game 2 of Thursday's doubleheader against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 14 2019Garcia is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Orioles, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 13 2019Garcia went 3-for-4 with two runs scored, two RBI and a double in Game 2 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Orioles.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 13 2019Garcia is not in the lineup for Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Orioles, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 8 2019Garcia went 2-for-4 with an RBI groundout in a win over the Yankees on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 5 2019Garcia is not in the lineup for Friday's game against the Yankees, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 3 2019Garcia went 1-for-4 with a two-run single in a win over the Orioles on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 2 2019Garcia went 2-for-4 with an RBI single and a run in a win over the Orioles on Monday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 30 2019Garcia went 1-for-4 with a two-run homer in a win over the Rangers on Saturday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 30 2019Garcia went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in a win over the Rangers on Saturday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 28 2019Garcia is out of the lineup for Friday's game against Texas, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 24 2019Garcia went 3-for-4 with an RBI double and a walk in a win over the Athletics on Sunday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 21 2019Garcia isn't starting Friday's game against the Athletics, Josh Tolentino of The Athletic<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 21 2019Garcia went 1-for-4 with an RBI single, a stolen base and a run in a loss to the Athletics on Thursday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 15 2019Garcia went 1-for-4 with a two-run single and a walk in a win over the Angels on Friday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
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Jun 8 2019Garcia went 2-for-4 with two runs in a win over the Red Sox on Friday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 5 2019Garcia (hamstring) went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in a loss to the Tigers on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 4 2019Garcia (hamstring) will serve as the designated hitter and bat second Tuesday against the Tigers, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 2 2019Garcia (hamstring) remains out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Twins, Eduardo A. Encina of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jun 1 2019Garcia (hamstring) is not in Saturday's lineup against the Twins, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 31 2019Garcia is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Twins, Neil Solondz of the Rays Radio Network<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 31 2019Garcia is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the Twins due to left hamstring tightness, Juan Toribio of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 31 2019Garcia went 3-for-4 with an RBI double, a walk and three runs in a win over the Twins on Thursday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 30 2019Garcia went 3-for-6 with an RBI single in an extra-innings win over the Blue Jays on Wednesday. He was also caught stealing on his only attempt.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 29 2019Garcia went 2-for-4 with a solo home run and two runs overall in a win over the Blue Jays on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 27 2019Garcia is 7-for-24 with a double, two home runs, five RBI, three walks, three stolen bases and three runs during his current six-game on-base streak.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 24 2019Garcia went 1-for-3 with an RBI, a walk and a stolen base Friday night against the Indians.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 23 2019Garcia finished 1-for-5 with a home run in Thursday's win against the Indians.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 22 2019Garcia went 2-for-3 with a double and a walk in a loss to the Dodgers on Tuesday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 22 2019Garcia went 1-for-5 with a three-run home run in Wednesday's 8-1 win over the Dodgers.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 19 2019Garcia is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Yankees, Marc Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 15 2019Garcia is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Marlins, Juan Toribio of MLB.com<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 14 2019Garcia went 3-for-4 with a home run and three RBI in Tuesday's 4-0 win over the Marlins.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 11 2019Garcia went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, a stolen base and an additional run scored in a 7-2 win over the Yankees on Saturday.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 11 2019Garcia went 2-for-4 with a solo home run, stolen base and additional run scored in Saturday's 7-2 win over the Yankees.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 7 2019Garcia is not starting Tuesday against the Diamondbacks, Steve Carney of Sports Radio 620 WDAE<\/a> reports.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
May 7 2019Garcia went 3-for-4 with a homer, a walk, three runs and three RBI in Monday's 12-1 win over the Diamondbacks.Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news.
Jul 24 2018Garcia, who was scratched from Monday's game due to illness, was examined at a hospital in Orange County for minor chest pains and a rapid heartbeat, Doug Padilla of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Garcia eventually returned to the team and entered the game as a defensive replacement, so he should be fine going forward. He theorized the medical condition was brought on by medication he was taking for a recent hamstring injury. Leury Garcia replaced Avisail Garcia in the starting lineup Monday.
Jul 24 2018Garcia (illness) is hitting cleanup and starting in right field Tuesday against the Angels.This was fully anticipated, given that Garcia entered Monday's game as a defensive replacement of all things. However, it's worth noting that he did go to the hospital Monday to get checked for minor chest pains and a rapid heartbeat.
Jul 23 2018Garcia (illness) came off the bench in Monday's tilt to man right field after being a late scratch against the Angels, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.Garcia was removed from the lineup due to a minor illness, but he appears to be fine, as he was available off the bench. He should be good to go for Tuesday's matchup.
Jul 23 2018Garcia was removed from Monday's starting lineup against the Angels prior to first pitch, as he'll be held out due to illness, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.Garcia shouldn't remain out for long, and his next opportunity to return will come Tuesday in the second game of the series. He was slated to bat cleanup and man right field prior to his removal from the lineup.
Jul 21 2018Garcia (hamstring) was activated off the 10-day disabled list Saturday.Garcia landed on the disabled list with the strained right hamstring just before the All-Star break, and will end up missing only six games. The 27-year-old should return to the White Sox lineup as they take on Felix Hernandez (back) and the Mariners on Saturday.
Jul 21 2018Garcia went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run Saturday against the Mariners.Garcia took Felix Hernandez deep in the fourth inning to record his 10th home run of the season. It was his first game since July 8 -- he was sidelined by his second hamstring injury of the season -- and he did show some signs of rust by striking out in his other three at-bats. Through 146 at-bats this season, Garcia has flashed impressive power by slugging .555.
Jul 17 2018Garcia (hamstring) took batting practice Sunday and could be activated from the 10-day disabled list ahead of the White Sox's first game of the second half Friday against the Mariners, James Fegan of The Athletic Chicago reports.In addition to facing live pitching, Garcia has resumed participating in outfield drills, with the latter activity providing better evidence that he's coming along nicely in his recovery from a right hamstring strain. Garcia will likely need to prove he can run the bases without issue before the White Sox determine the 27-year-old's next step, whether that's rejoining the big club or heading out on a brief minor-league rehab assignment. Either way, Garcia's return to the big club appears imminent, which could result in a downturn in opportunities for Daniel Palka or Leury Garcia.
Jul 14 2018Garcia (hamstring) took some swings and did some outfield drills Saturday, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.Garcia is slowly beginning to participate in baseball activities after landing on the disabled list with a strained right hamstring. The White Sox are hopeful that he'll return after the All-Star break, as a rehab stint may not be necessary.
Jul 14 2018Garcia (hamstring) may not require a rehabilitation stint when he's ready to play after the All-Star break, Phil Rogers of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia ran the field Friday, but has not yet begun baseball activities. He's expected to be ready shortly after the break, possibly in time for the first game after the break, Friday at Seattle.
Jul 10 2018Garcia was placed on the disabled list with a strained right hamstring Tuesday.Gacria missed time with the same issue earlier in the season and ended up being out for 55 games. He had done quite well since coming off the disabled list, hitting .333 with an 1.130 OPS and eight homers in 17 games, but the rebuilding White Sox elected to shut him down again in order to not risk further long-term damage. The placement was retroactive to July 9, so Garcia could miss just five games and return right away after the All-Star break. Ryan LaMarre was called up in a corresponding move.
Jul 10 2018Garcia (hamstring) is expected to be ready to return after the All-Star break, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.While he missed 55 games with a hamstring strain earlier this year, this issue is believed to be less serious, hence the short timetable. Daniel Palka should continue to fill in for Garcia in right field through the All-Star break.
Jul 8 2018Garcia was removed from Sunday's game in the sixth inning due to right hamstring tightness.Garcia had been 1-for-3 at the plate in this contest before he was replaced by Daniel Palka. The White Sox have a day off Monday before beginning a two-game set with the Cardinals on Tuesday. Garcia should be considered day-to-day in advance of that matchup.
Jul 7 2018Garcia went 1-for-3 with a solo home run, two RBI and two runs scored Saturday against the Astros.Garcia took Ken Giles deep in the eighth inning for his ninth home run of the season and second in as many days. He has been on a tear since returning from the disabled list on June 22, recording 22 hits in 66 at-bats to go along with eight home runs, 13 RBI, and 15 runs scored.
Jul 6 2018Garcia went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Friday's 11-4 loss to the Astros.His ninth-inning shot off Brad Peacock had no impact on the outcome, but it did give Garcia seven homers in his last 11 games and eight on the year. He's now hitting a sharp .333 (21-for-63) since coming off the disabled list in June and, if he can stay healthy, the 27-year-old seems poised for a big second half.
Jul 3 2018Garcia is dealing with hamstring tightness but has been playing through it, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Garcia missed 55 games with a hamstring injury earlier in the season and is apparently still bothered by the issue. It's hard to tell just by looking at his statistics, though, as he's hit .348 with a 1.087 OPS in 11 games since returning from the disabled list. That suggests that the issue shouldn't hold him back going forward, though with the White Sox firmly in a rebuilding year it's not unthinkable that they would shut Garcia down again to prevent further injury.
Jul 3 2018Garcia went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Monday's 5-3 loss to the Reds.Garcia continued his hot-hitting ways, knocking his fourth homer in the last seven games and has hits in all 10 starts since being activated off the disabled list, going 16-for-46 (.348) with eight extra-base knocks. He's in the final year of his contract and represents an attractive trade piece should the White Sox decide he's not part of the future.
Jul 3 2018Garcia went 3-for-6 with two home runs, three runs, two RBI, one walk and two strikeouts Tuesday in Cincinnati.It was revealed before the game that Garcia is playing through some hamstring tightness, but that hammy clearly didn't hamper his power in this one. He is now hitting .394 with eight extra-base hits over the past 33 at-bats.
Jul 1 2018Garcia went 4-for-5 with a pair of doubles, an RBI and three runs in a 10-5 victory for the White Sox over the Rangers on Sunday.Garcia has been raking since he returned to the lineup from a hamstring injury, with this four-hit performance against Texas marking his third multi-hit effort in his last four games. He's also launched three homers in his last six contests. Garcia has only logged 115 at-bats this season, but his .732 OPS over that time is just about in line with his career mark of .741, making it likely he'll hover around that mark throughout the year.
Jun 30 2018Garcia went 2-for-4 with a triple, an RBI and a run scored in Friday's 11-3 loss to the Rangers.Garcia's bat is beginning to come around after missing 55 games due to a hamstring injury. He has a triple and two home runs over his last four games and has hit safely in all seven starts since his return, going 9-for-32 (.281) with 11 strikeouts during that run. That's a higher K% than we normally see from Garcia, but he is getting his timing back after missing such a long stretch.
Jun 30 2018Garcia went 1-for-5 with a solo home run Saturday against the Rangers.Garcia recorded his lone hit Saturday in the seventh inning, launching a Jesse Chavez offering over the center field wall for his fourth home run of the season. Since returning from the disabled list on June 22, Garcia has reached base safely in all of eight of his starts and has recorded four extra-base hits, including three home runs.
Jun 28 2018Garcia went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 6-1 win over Minnesota.Garcia, who had missed 55 games due to a hamstring injury, homered for the second time in as many nights. After such a long layoff, it's natural for a player to need some time to get his swing mechanics in order, so the two homers are a good sign. Since being activated off the disabled list last week, Garcia is 5-for-22 in five starts, having hit safely in every game.
Jun 27 2018Garcia went 1-for-5 with a solo home run and a strikeout in Tuesday's win over the Twins.Garcia's seventh-inning blast provided an insurance run to put Chicago up by two in the eventual 8-4 win. The 27-year-old missed a significant chunk of time with a hamstring injury, so it could take some time to fully shake off the rust. In four games since returning from the two month absence, he's 4-for-18 (.222) with a homer, two RBI and six strikeouts.
Jun 23 2018Garcia started in right field and went 1-for-4 in Friday's 11-2 loss to Oakland in the first game of a doubleheader.Garcia had been activated from the disabled list earlier in the day after missing 55 games due to a hamstring injury. After missing so much time, it's not surprising manager Rick Renteria didn't have Garcia in the lineup for the second game of the doubleheader, although he did enter as a fielder in the ninth inning of the nightcap.
Jun 22 2018Garcia (hamstring) was activated from the 10-day DL prior to Friday's doubleheader against Oakland.Garcia is expected to immediately rejoin the lineup after going 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI on a rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte on Wednesday. The 27-year-old will return to his spot as the White Sox's everyday right fielder, though it's likely he will get a few days off here and there in order to stay fresh.
Jun 18 2018Garcia (hamstring) could return from the disabled list over the weekend, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.Garcia, who has been on the disabled list since April 24 with a hamstring injury, is in the midst of a minor-league rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte. He's appeared in five games for the Knights so far, going 6-for-17 (.353) with a homer and three walks. The plan is for Garcia to play nine innings in back-to-back games with Charlotte on Tuesday and Wednesday before being reevaluated. Barring any setbacks, it sounds like Garcia could rejoin the White Sox sometime during the team's four-game series with the Athletics that starts Thursday.
Jun 15 2018Garcia (hamstring) went 2-for-4 with a double, a homer and three RBI for Triple-A Charlotte on Thursday.Garcia's three games into a rehabilitation assignment after missing 48 games while out on the disabled list since April 24. That's a long time, so expect the White Sox to extend his rehab stint a few more games, however, the two extra-base hits Thursday are an indication he's getting his swing timing down and should be returning to Chicago by early next week.
Jun 8 2018Garcia (hamstring) will embark on a rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte on Tuesday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Garcia has been ramping up his activity in recent days, including running the bases prior to the White Sox's game Wednesday. It seems likely that the outfielder will need around 3-to-5 games at the minor-league level before returning, but he doesn't look to be too far off from activation as long as everything goes according to plan.
Jun 6 2018Garcia (hamstring) ran the bases Wednesday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Garcia said he felt great after running the bases for the first time since landing on the disabled list in April with a hamstring injury. He'll test his hamstring out a few more times on the bases in the coming days, and if everything goes smoothly, he could begin a rehab assignment sometime next week.
May 23 2018Garcia (hamstring) was scheduled to do some running in a pool Wednesday and hopes to resume baseball activities in the next week to 10 days, Steve Greenberg of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Before resuming workouts on the field, Garcia will first have to receive a third platelet-rich plasma injection to treat his right hamstring strain, with that shot scheduled for around Memorial Day. Garcia, who has been shut down since April 24 with the injury, will likely need multiple weeks to build up at-bats and prove his hamstring is fully healthy before coming off the 10-day disabled list. He's tentatively in line for a late-June return, but even a minor setback could sideline him through the All-Star break.
May 20 2018Garcia (hamstring) will have his rehab activities limited over the next three weeks with the goal of returning from the DL in late June.Garcia has been out since April 24 with a strained right hamstring. He underwent a follow-up MRI recently that revealed improvement in his condition, but he's still expected to be out for at least another month. He will begin receiving PRP injections in the near future, but the White Sox will proceed cautiously and limit his activities over the coming weeks.
May 17 2018Garcia (hamstring) is progressing "slowly" and is not close to embarking on a minor-league rehab assignment, James Fegan of The Athletic Chicago reports.Garcia has been progressing slower than expected from the Grade 2 hamstring strain that has kept him sidelined since April 24. While he's recently began a running program at extended spring training, it doesn't sound like a rehab assignment is imminent, leaving his return date up in the air.
May 12 2018Garcia (hamstring) ran hard in the outfield prior to Friday's game against the Cubs, Steve Greenberg of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Garcia continues to check of the boxes -- he took live batting practice earlier this week. Manager Rick Renteria said the plan is to have Garcia continue with the running program, before he heads out on a rehabilitation stint.
May 7 2018Garcia (hamstring) has begun hitting in a cage, Phil Rogers of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia is progressing in his return from a Grade 2 hamstring strain, which has kept him out since April 23. Manager Rick Renteria expects the soon-to-be 27-year-old outfielder will need a rehabilitation stint before rejoining the White Sox. He was off to a slow start before the injury, hitting .233 with one home run in 73 at-bats, which throws into question his long-term future with the team. The White Sox have a few outfield prospects in the pipeline, making Garcia a possible piece for a mid-season trade.
May 1 2018General manager Rick Hahn said Garcia (hamstring) is still a few weeks away from returning, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports. "He's recovering from a Grade 2 hamstring strain," Hahn said. "So it's going to take a few weeks to get him back active at this level."Garcia has been on the disabled list since April 24 with a hamstring strain. A more concrete timetable for his return date should come forth once he's able to ramp up his baseball activity. In the meantime, Daniel Palka and Trayce Thompson should split time in right field until Garcia is healthy.
Apr 24 2018Garcia's hamstring strain is mild to moderate, Bruce Levine of 670TheScore.com reports.Garcia's recovery timeline is unknown. He'll be ineligible to return from the disabled list before May 4. Garcia is hitting just .233/.250/.315 through his first 18 games.
Apr 24 2018Garcia was placed on the 10-day disabled list Tuesday.Garcia exited Monday's game with a hamstring strain, and although it didn't seem to be overly serious at first, the White Sox will play things safe and send him to the DL anyway. Daniel Palka was recalled from Triple-A to replace him on the active roster.
Apr 23 2018Garcia exited Monday's game against the Mariners with a right hamstring injury, Scot Gregor of the Chicago Daily Herald reports.After leaving the game, it was confirmed that Garcia suffered a hamstring strain. He'll be re-evaluated Tuesday to determine his status moving forward, but initial reports indicate that the injury doesn't appear to be serious.
Apr 23 2018Garcia left Monday's game against the Mariners in the second inning with an apparent leg injury, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.Garcia was running to first base and seemed to hurt his leg along the way. Prior to suffering the injury, he'd gone 1-for-2 with one RBI. Consider him day-to-day for now, but more information regarding his availability should become known soon.
Apr 21 2018Garcia went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in Saturday's 10-1 loss to the Astros.Garcia has done little to quell the naysayers who looked askance at his breakout 2017 season, when he was named to the All-Star team and posted career-high numbers across the board. Through 16 games in 2018, he's hitting .209 with just three RBI. A correction was expected after 2017, but this is much more than anyone anticipated. For those who had faith in Garcia, you hope improvement comes when/if his BABIP (.271) approaches its career mark (.338).
Apr 18 2018Garcia is out of the lineup against Oakland on Wednesday.Garcia will get the day off following 12 straight starts as Leury Garcia draws the assignment in right field in his stead. Over the course of 14 games, the former has hit just .233/.254/.333 with one home run and three RBI.
Apr 4 2018Garcia went 3-for-5 with a solo home run in Tuesday's 14-5 loss to the Blue Jays.Garcia, hitting out of the two-hole, has three multi-hit games over the first four. The White Sox are optimistic about the 1-2-3 punch atop the order with Garcia sandwiched between Yoan Moncada and Jose Abreu. Garcia was the protection for Abreu last year, but that has flipped in 2018. Abreu has three multiple hit games so far, including five hits in the first two games of the series against Toronto. That means opposing pitchers aren't going to nibble or pitch around the zone against Garcia for fear of a run-producing threat behind him.
Mar 17 2018Garcia went 3-for-4 with a home run while batting second in Friday's game against the Mariners, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Garcia mostly hit fourth or fifth in the batting order last season, when he had a breakout season, but manager Rick Renteria had him in the two-hole Friday when the White Sox fielded a lineup heavy on regulars. Renteria said we could see more of Garcia hitting second, which in theory would serve as better protection than Tim Anderson for leadoff batter Yoan Moncada. It also means potentially fewer at-bats with men in scoring position for Garcia, who had a career-high 80 RBI in 2017. The 26-year-old Garcia is focused on proving that last season wasn't a fluke and has done that this spring, slashing .351/.368/.568 over 37 at-bats.
Feb 14 2018Garcia has defeated the White Sox in arbitration, Jon Heyman of FanRagSports.com reports.Garcia will earn $6.7 million next year; the team had filed for $5.85 million. The 26-year-old outfielder had a breakout season last year, hitting .330/.380/.506 with 18 homers in 561 plate appearances. It remains to be seen how much of that breakout will hold, though, as he recorded a clearly unsustainable .392 BABIP.
Oct 1 2017Garcia is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Indians.Alen Hanson will start in right field while Garcia sits out the last game of the season. Garcia showed improvement across the board over the 2017 campaign as he slashed .330/.380/.406, with each mark coming in above its 2016 level. Garcia also logged 18 home runs and 80 RBI, both of which are the best of his career.
Sep 24 2017Garcia went 2-for-4 with a double, a home run, two runs scored and three RBI in Sunday's 8-1 win over the Royals.Garcia got his day off to a strong start with a two-run homer in the opening frame and added an RBI double in the seventh inning before coming around to score later in that frame. He hadn't driven in a run since piling up seven RBI on Sept. 14, but snapped out of that funk here while batting third in the order. This effort raised Garcia's season line to .331/.379/.504.
Sep 21 2017Garcia (illness) is in the lineup against the Astros on Thursday.Garcia will set up in his typical position in right while batting cleanup, just a day after getting removed due to stomach discomfort. It appears as though Garcia is fully capable heading into the series finale, and there should be little reason for concern.
Sep 20 2017Garcia was lifted from Wednesday's game against the Astros due to stomach discomfort, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.Garcia was 0-for-1 with a strikeout before Alen Hanson came on to replace him in right field. His status for Thursday's series finale is up in the air, but Hanson and Willy Garcia are options to collect starts in his place if he's forced to miss any action.
Sep 20 2017Garcia was removed from Wednesday's game against the Astros in the third inning for an undisclosed reason.Garcia was 0-for-1 before Alen Hanson replaced him in right field. His status should be updated once he's further evaluated following the conclusion of Wednesday's contest.
Sep 15 2017Garcia went 5-for-5 with a home run and seven RBI in Thursday's 17-7 win over the Tigers.The hits and RBI are career-highs for Garcia, who became only the second White Sox player ever to record five hits and seven RBI in a game. He's hit in seven straight games and has multiple hits in four of them, going 15-for-31 with three homers and 13 RBI during the run.
Sep 14 2017Garcia went 3-for-5 with a double, an RBI and a run scored in Wednesday's 5-3 win over Kansas City.Garcia has hit safely in six consecutive games, going 10-for-26 (.385) with two home runs and six RBI. There have been times when Garcia wavered during his breakout 2017 season, but he's always bounced back and has spent the entire season hitting above .300.
Sep 9 2017Garcia went 1-for-4 with a solo home run Saturday during the White Sox's 13-1 win over the Giants.He sent one of Chicago's six big blasts over the fence in the fifth inning. Garcia's breakthrough year has endured some bumps and absences, though he's set a career high with 15 homers in 475 plate appearances and is on pace to do the same with each portion of his .321/.371/.492 triple slash. Though he still as yet to show a big power ceiling, a strong finish to 2017 could entice many fantasy drafters to chase it next season.
Sep 3 2017Garcia went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run in Saturday's 5-4 win over the Rays.Garcia had gone 27 straight games without going deep before swatting his 14th home run of the season Saturday, setting a new career benchmark for the outfielder. Despite the home run drought, Garcia has continued to contribute, hitting .353/.412/.422/.834 during that stretch.
Aug 31 2017Garcia went 3-for-4 with a triple and a run scored in Wednesday's 11-1 loss to the Twins.Garcia's ninth-inning triple put him in position to score the White Sox's lone run on Matt Davidson's sacrifice fly. It was his career-high fourth triple of the season, a campaign that has seen Garcia set new benchmarks in most of the major offensive categories.
Aug 25 2017Garcia (personal) is in Friday's lineup against the Tigers.The outfielder missed Thursday's game due to the birth of his child, but is back in the lineup for the series opener against Detroit. Garcia will bat in the cleanup spot while playing right field.
Aug 24 2017Garcia is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Twins.Garcia will get the day off after starting six straight games in right field, going 11-for-22 (.500) over that stretch. Leury Garcia will slide over to right field in his stead, opening a spot for Nicky Delmonico to start in left field.
Aug 24 2017Garcia is unavailable for Thursday's game against the Twins following the birth of his second child, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia is away from the team to be with his wife as they welcome a baby boy. The hope is that Garcia will be available for Friday's series opener against the Tigers. In the meantime, Nicky Delmonico is enjoying a start in the outfield in his stead.
Aug 20 2017Garcia returned to the lineup Saturday and went 2-for-4 with an RBI and a run scored in a 17-7 loss to Texas.Garcia, who had missed the previous two games due to a wrist injury, was back in the cleanup spot for the White Sox. The 26-year-old outfielder has battled through a number of injuries this season while maintaining strong numbers along the way.
Aug 19 2017Garcia (wrist) is starting in right field and hitting cleanup Saturday against the Rangers.He missed the last two games with a wrist injury, but is ready to return against lefty Martin Perez. Garcia has missed 15 games since the All-Star break, and while he has cooled off a little, he is still producing (.294/.351/.441) when he has been in the lineup in the second half.
Aug 18 2017Garcia (wrist) is not in the starting lineup Friday against the Rangers.After suffering from soreness in his wrist Thursday, Garcia was hopeful to return in time for Friday's game but is unable to start, leaving the door open for Alen Hanson to bat eighth and take his place in right field. It'll be the second consecutive game Garcia will not be in the starting nine, but figures to return at some point over the weekend unless deeper problems concerning his wrist are discovered.
Aug 17 2017Garcia was scratched from Thursday's lineup due to a sore left wrist and he is considered day-to-day, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.He was a late scratch ahead of first pitch Thursday for an undisclosed issue, but the team has since announced that Garcia is battling a wrist issue. While the ailment is not expected to sideline Garcia for long, the White Sox could be cautious and give him the time he needs to get his wrist back to 100 percent. With that, Alen Hanson could pick up some starts in the interim.
Aug 17 2017Garcia (wrist) hopes to return to the lineup for Friday's game against the Rangers, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.Garcia was a late scratch Thursday due to some wrist soreness that had cropped up earlier in the day, but he told reporters that it had already improved by the end of Chicago's series opening loss to the Rangers. Provided that Garcia's wrist soreness continues to subside in the lead-up to first pitch Friday, he figures to rejoin the lineup. However, if the White Sox opt to give him an extra day off, look for Alen Hanson to take over in right field.
Aug 17 2017Garcia (undisclosed) was scratched from Thursday's lineup, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.The reason behind Garcia being scratched has not been revealed just yet, but Alen Hanson will now be taking over in right field and batting eighth for the White Sox. There will be more updates on Garcia's exact issue later Thursday.
Aug 13 2017Garcia went 2-for-3 with a double and was hit by a pitch in Saturday's 5-4 loss to Kansas City.Garcia has multiple hits in three of the four games he's played since returning from the disabled list last week, reaching base safely 10 times over 18 plate appearances. It's no coincidence the White Sox have gone 3-1 in the games he's played (4-1 overall) since his return.
Aug 11 2017Garcia is not in Friday's lineup against the Royals.Garcia will receive a day off following three straight starts since returning from the DL (thumb) on Tuesday. In his place, Leury Garcia slides over to right while Nicky Delmonico draws the start in left.
Aug 10 2017Garcia went 3-for-4 with a double, a walk and a run scored in Thursday's 3-2 win over the Astros.Garcia still has just one RBI since July 16 despite batting cleanup, as the top third of the order has struggled to get on in front of him. Still, the 26-year-old right fielder has earned his spot in the heart of the lineup by blowing his career .267/.317/.404 line out of the water with a .307/.353/.489 output this year.
Aug 9 2017Garcia went 2-for-5 with a double and an RBI in Tuesday's 8-5 win over the Astros.Garcia, who had missed the previous 12 games due to a thumb injury, returned to claim his cleanup spot in the order. Prior to the injury, Garcia had been mired in an 18-game funk in which he had just three RBI and was hitting .157 (11-for-70), putting a bit of tarnish on his breakout season. We'll be looking to see if he can get back the first-half stroke that made him an All-Star for the first time in his career.
Aug 8 2017Garcia (thumb) was activated from the 10-day disabled list Tuesday, Chris Kuc of the Chicago Tribune reports.As anticipated, Garcia's rehab assignment with Triple-A Charlotte was a brief one, with the outfielder suiting up in just one game for the squad before the White Sox felt comfortable reinstating him from the disabled list. Garcia should immediately reclaim a regular starting role in right field, resulting in fewer duties in the outfield for the likes of Nicky Delmonico and Alen Hanson. However, with the White Sox placing third baseman/designated hitter Matt Davidson (wrist) on the DL in a corresponding move, the red-hot Delmonico, who has gotten off to a 8-for-23 (.348 average) start to his big-league career, could end up settling in as the White Sox's primary DH for the time being.
Aug 7 2017Garcia (thumb) will report to Triple-A Charlotte on Monday to begin a rehab assignment, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.White Sox manager Rick Renteria intimated Sunday that Garcia might be able to come off the disabled list early in the week without first going on a rehab assignment, but the team's brass evidently decided against that plan. Since Garcia has only been on the DL for two weeks, he shouldn't need more than a couple games with Charlotte before being activated, likely before the White Sox's weekend series with the Royals.
Aug 6 2017Garcia (thumb) could be activated from the 10-day disabled list as soon as Tuesday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.White Sox manager Rick Renteria suggested that Garcia, who was able to take batting practice Friday, wouldn't necessarily require a rehab assignment before being activated, which would shorten the timetable for his return. The club will presumably reevaluate Garcia on Tuesday morning before determining if he'll be an option later that evening for the series opener with the Astros, or if a brief rehab assignment is a more desirable course of action. With Garcia's return seemingly imminent, fantasy owners who were debating whether or not to cut him in order to pick up a outfield option are probably best off holding on to him at this time.
Aug 4 2017Garcia (thumb) completed a batting practice session Friday with no setbacksThe White Sox plan on having Garcia take batting practice again Saturday provided that his thumb still feels fine after Friday's session. Garcia had been limited to just taking dry swings as of Thursday, so the fact that he's moved on to taking live batting practice is a sign that he's making inroads towards a return. Look for a further update on Garcia after Saturday's batting practice.
Aug 3 2017Garcia (thumb) has been cleared to begin light bat grips and dry swings, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.This is encouraging news, and Garcia will hopefully be cleared to hit in the coming days if all goes well with his dry swings. Manager Rick Renteria has preached patience with Garcia multiple times already during his rehab process, so the White Sox will likely continue to move him along slowly.
Aug 2 2017Garcia (thumb) will travel with the White Sox for their upcoming weekend series against the Red Sox, Chris Kuc of the Chicago Tribune reports.Manager Rick Renteria said Garcia is getting better but he's not yet sure when the outfielder will be cleared to hit. The manager preached patience and will not rush Garcia. That makes perfect sense for a team going nowhere. Garcia has already established himself as part of the team's rebuilding effort and there's no need to risk further damage.
Jul 26 2017Garcia is not in the lineup Wednesday against the Cubs.Garcia will receive a day off after going 0-for-9 during the first two games of this series at Wrigley Field. This marks the first time in the second half of the season that Garcia has been out of the lineup, replaced by Alen Hanson in right right.
Jul 26 2017Garcia was placed on the disabled list prior to Wednesday's contest, due to a ligament strain in his right thumb.Garcia is expected to miss two weeks on the 10-day DL after the team announced that he suffered the injury before Wednesday's game against the Cubs. While he's out of the lineup, Adam Engel and Alen Hanson figure to be everyday starters in the outfield, with a corresponding move coming from the minors to provide depth during Garcia's absence.
Jul 16 2017Garcia went 2-for-5 with two home runs and three RBI in Sunday's 10-inning loss to the Mariners.Garcia's two at-bats against rookie Andrew Moore both resulted in homers, but he went 0-for-3 with a pair of strikeouts once the struggling starter was lifted. His first long ball was a second-inning solo shot while the second was a two-run bomb that drove in Jose Abreu in the bottom of the third. That production ultimately wasn't enough as Seattle prevailed 7-6 in extra innings.
Jul 15 2017Garcia went 2-for-4 with two stolen bases and two runs scored in Friday's 4-2 loss to the Mariners.Base stealing isn't typically part of Garcia's game as the two bags pilfered Friday doubled his season total. More hopeful for fantasy owners were Garcia's two hits. The right-fielder had limped into the All-Star break, having just one hit in his previous 31at-bats entering Friday's game.
Jul 9 2017Garcia (finger) is starting in right field and batting fifth during Sunday's game against the Rockies.Garcia was forced to miss the past two games with a sprained finger, but he is set to rejoin the starting lineup. Garcia has just one hit in his previous 27 at-bats but still sports a .313 average on the year.
Jul 8 2017Garcia (finger) may be available as a pinch hitter Saturday.Garcia is on schedule to return Sunday as he continues to rest his sprained middle finger, though he may step in if needed in a critical spot a day before. Owners in daily transaction fantasy leagues should be ready to click his name into their lineup tomorrow as long as he doesn't suffer a setback during an appearance tonight.
Jul 7 2017Garcia (finger) expects to play Sunday and to be fine for the All-Star game, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports Friday.Garcia will miss Friday and Saturday's game due to a sprained middle finger on his throwing hand. He obviously wants to be eligible for his first All-Star game next week, but expect the White Sox to take care with their budding young right fielder.
Jul 7 2017Garcia (finger) will miss Saturday's game in addition to the series opener against the Rockies on Friday, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.Garcia said that he will return for Sunday's series finale and should be ready to go for the All-Star Game on Tuesday. He was replaced by Alen Hanson in the lineup during Friday's game, while Hanson or Willy Garcia will likely draw the start in his stead for Saturday's contest.
Jul 7 2017Garcia is not in Friday's lineup against the Rockies.Garcia was originally plugged into the lineup, but was removed after the team revised their card minutes later. There has been no word on why Garcia was scratched from the lineup, yet it may have something to do with his knee, which caused him to miss five games this past week. If anything is wrong with the outfielder, there will likely be more information to follow before the end of the night. In his place, Alen Hanson was added to the lineup in right and leading off against German Marquez.
Jul 7 2017Garcia was scratched from Friday's lineup with a sprained middle finger, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia will miss Friday's game with the sprained finger on his right (throwing) hand. He should be considered day-to-day with the injury while Alen Hanson takes over the right field duties in his stead.
Jul 5 2017Garcia went 1-for-4 in Tuesday's 7-6 loss to the Athletics.Garcia was making his return to the lineup after missing five games due to a knee injury suffered while sliding back into first base. Prior to his injury, the All-Star Game-bound Garcia had hit a fallow period, having gone 20 at-bats without a hit before his second-inning single Tuesday.
Jul 4 2017Garcia (knee) is back in the lineup Tuesday against the Athletics.Garcia had been on track for a Monday return, but the White Sox held him out an extra day for precautionary reasons. He was said to be available off the bench, but wasn't used as a pinch hitter either Sunday or Monday. Though injuries have always been a concern with Garcia, he's currently in the midst of a career-best season. His .875 OPS is more than 100 points higher than his previous best mark, while he is one homer away from tying a personal record.
Jul 3 2017Garcia (knee) is not in the lineup Monday against the Athletics.While Garcia was originally expected to return to the lineup for Monday's series opener, it appears he'll get an extra day heal up. This will mark his fifth game in a row on the bench. He was available off the bench Sunday, so he'll likely be available again Monday before hopefully returning tot he lineup Tuesday. Willy Garcia is again starting in right field for him.
Jul 3 2017Garcia (knee) was available to play Sunday and is expected to return to the lineup Monday against the Athletics, Paul Skrbina of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia has missed the last four games after tweaking his knee sliding into first base last Thursday. His return to the lineup coincides with his selection to participate in this season's All-Star Game. Garcia earned his first All-Star selection by hitting .318 with an .875 OPS, 11 home runs and 51 RBI over 75 games.
Jul 2 2017Garcia (knee) remains out of the lineup Sunday against the Rangers.Garcia had been tentatively hoping for a Sunday return after missing three games due to knee soreness, but he's currently not listed in the initial starting lineup. While Garcia continues to nurse the ailment, manager Rick Renteria will turn to an outfield composed of Melky Cabrera (left), Adam Engel (center) and Alen Hanson (right) for the series finale.
Jul 1 2017Garcia (knee) could return to the White Sox lineup Sunday, Scot Gregor of the Daily Herald reports.Although Garcia is hopeful to return for the series final against the Rangers, the team may elect to give him another day off while he nurses a sore knee. While he sits for Saturday's game, Willy Garcia takes over in right field, batting ninth.
Jun 29 2017Garcia will undergo an MRI on his sore left knee Thursday, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia was removed from Wednesday's loss after tweaking his knee while sliding back into first base on a pick-off attempt in the seventh inning. He crouched down for a bit afterward, appearing to stretch out the knee and was eventually removed in the ninth inning. The outfielder, who appears to be headed to his first All-Star Game nod, has been in a rut of late, going hitless over the last five games to drop his season average to .318.
Jun 29 2017Garcia said he expects to miss a few games with his sore knee, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.The good news is that Thursday's MRI revealed no structural damage -- simply inflammation -- in his knee, so he shouldn't be sidelined for too long. Willy Garcia and Alen Hanson should continue to see an uptick in playing time while the 26-year-old is on the mend.
Jun 29 2017Garcia (knee) is not in Thursday's lineup against the Yankees.Garcia left Wednesday's game with knee soreness after sliding back into first base on a pick-off attempt in the seventh inning. In his place, Willy Garcia is set up in right field while batting ninth. He should be considered day-to-day for now.
Jun 28 2017Garcia was lifted early from Wednesday's game due to left knee soreness.He was 0-for-2 with a walk before being replaced by Alen Hanson in the ninth inning. It's unclear when Garcia sustained the injury, but the White Sox were down six runs when he was removed, so it could have been precautionary. Consider him day-to-day for now; he'll likely be reevaluated Thursday.
Jun 21 2017Garcia went 3-for-4 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's 9-7 loss to Minnesota.Garcia had been in a bit of a power slump, not having homered in 10 straight before Tuesday's bomb, but overall he continues to get on base. He's hitting .358 (24-for-67) with a .403 on-base percentage, three homers and 13 RBI for the month of June. It's been a remarkable season for Garcia, although one wonders how long he'll be able to sustain a .411 BABIP (third in MLB).
Jun 16 2017Garcia went 2-for-3 before getting tossed during the fifth inning of Thursday's 5-2 win over Baltimore for arguing a strike call.For fantasy owners looking at Thursday's box score and seeing that Garcia was replaced, know that it was for a benign reason. The right-fielder continued his breakout season, hitting safely for the eighth straight game (14-for-39, nine RBI) and burnishing his All-Star credentials.
Jun 14 2017Garcia (elbow) is in the lineup Wednesday against the Orioles, batting cleanup and playing right field.Garcia was hit on the elbow by a pitch Tuesday, but just as he remained in Tuesday's contest, he'll be able to suit up Wednesday as well. He'll look to build upon his breakout season, in which he's batting .333 with 10 home runs and 48 RBI.
Jun 14 2017Garcia was hit by a pitch on his left elbow in Tuesday's win over the Orioles, but stayed in the game, Brian Sandalow of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. He finished the night 1-for-3 with a two-run double.Manager Rick Renteria said the pitch stung Garcia and should leave him sore in the coming days. Staying in the game is a good sign but don't be surprised if Renteria plays it cautious with Garcia, who has been the White Sox's best hitter this season.
Jun 8 2017Garcia hit a three-run home run Thursday against the Rays during the White Sox's 7-5 loss.Garcia entered the day leading his team in OPS, which now sits at .921. His gaudy slash line of .330/.368/.553 should have fantasy owners salivating at the site of it. To boot, Garcia has 10 home runs and 46 RBI at roughly the one-third point of the season. Over his last eight games, the 27-year-old is hitting .353.
Jun 7 2017Garcia went 2-for-4 with a home run in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Rays.Garcia's homer was his ninth of the season and first since May 20, snapping a skein of 51 at-bats without one. Prior to this recent 13-game drought, Garcia had gone yard once every 19 at-bats. But why pick nits and dwell on the negative. The 26-year-old outfielder has broken out over the first third of the season and leads the White Sox in RBI (39), batting average (.333), on-base percentage (.373) and slugging (.551).
May 28 2017Garcia is out of the lineup Sunday against the Tigers.Garcia played both halves of Saturday's doubleheader, so manager Rick Renteria will give the slugging outfielder the afternoon off to recuperate. With only four hits in his last 24 at-bats, Garcia is in the midst of a rare slump in what's been an otherwise outstanding season, so the White Sox are hopeful the day off will revitalize him.
May 27 2017Garcia went 3-for-5 with a three-run double in Friday's 8-2 win over Detroit.Garcia entered Friday without a hit in his previous 14 plate appearances, the longest stretch of futility he's experienced in what has been a breakout season for the outfielder. More than a quarter of the way through the season, Garica is slashing .341/.385/.576 with eight homers and 37 RBI. There might be temptation to view this 45-game stretch as an anomaly, but he's just 26-years-old and players develop on different schedules. This could be the beginning of what becomes a productive career for the one-time highly regarded prospect.
May 24 2017Garcia (illness) is back in the lineup Wednesday, batting fifth and playing right field, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.It didn't seem like Garcia would be sidelined for very long due to the flu-like symptoms that plagued him Tuesday, especially after entering Tuesday's game as a pinch hitter. He'll resume his normal spot in the lineup and will look to build off the .971 OPS he holds through his first 43 games.
May 24 2017Garcia (illness) entered Tuesday's game as a pinch hitter and played an inning in right field in the White Sox's 5-4 loss to the Diamondbacks.Garcia had been a late scratch from Tuesday's lineup due to illness but a confluence of events led to the team needing him for an inning. He remains day-to-day entering Wednesday's series finale against Arizona.
May 23 2017Garcia was removed from the lineup Tuesday due to flu-like symptoms.No word was initially revealed as to why Garcia was scratched, but this seems like the type of ailment that would only keep him out a day or two. Consider him day-to-day for the time being. Willy Garcia will move into the outfield to fill in for him in the meantime.
May 23 2017Garcia was removed from Tuesday's lineup in advance of the White Sox's game with the Diamondbacks.It's unclear what prompted the late change, but more information should become available soon. Melky Cabrera will re-enter the lineup to round out the outfield with Leury and Willy Garcia.
May 21 2017Garcia went 4-for-6 with two home runs, two doubles, six RBI and three runs scored in Saturday's 16-1 win over the Mariners.Garcia's bat hasn't slowed down a whit. He has multiple hits in six of his last 10 games with 10 of his last 17 hits having gone for extra bases. Through a quarter of the season, Garcia leads the White Sox in RBI (34), average (.357), on-base percentage (.400) and slugging (.610). Regression is certainly expected, but thus far in 2017, Garcia has avoided any lengthy slumps.
May 18 2017Garcia went 3-for-5 with two RBI and a run scored Wednesday against the Angels.Garcia continues to be one of the most prolific bats in the White Sox's batting order, although the runs he drove in came in the eighth and ninth inning when the game was largely out of hand. Despite the loss, the sixth-year big leaguer is now the team leader in RBI (28) and is tied for the team lead in doubles (7).
May 14 2017Garcia went 1-for-3 with a home run in Saturday's 5-4 win over San Diego.We keep waiting for the bottom to drop out from under Garcia who's enjoying the best season of his career, but he continues to lead the White Sox in all of the major offensive categories. After a 2-for-16 stretch, Garcia's rebounded to hit safely in three straight (5-for-11) with a homer and two doubles.
May 5 2017Garcia went 2-for-5 with two RBI and a run scored in Thursday's 9-3 win over the Royals.White Sox manager Rick Renteria modified the batting order with shortstop Tim Anderson getting a rest day. With Anderson removed from the two-hole, Renteria simply moved his 3-to-5 hitters up a spot, putting Garcia in the four-hole for the second time this season. He's 6-for-10 with a homer and four RBI as Chicago's cleanup hitter. Perhaps Renteria might would consider dropping Anderson, who is slashing .198/.227/.283 while hitting either first or second, down the order when he returns and let Melky Cabrera, Jose Abreu and Garcia handle spots two through four.
May 3 2017Garcia returned to the lineup after sitting out Monday and went 2-for-2 with a walk, two runs scored and an RBI in Tuesday's 6-0 win over Kansas City.Garcia was slowed by a groin injury that cost him a game-and-a-half worth of at-bats but he continued to mash upon his return to duty. After Tuesday's perfect night, Garcia is hitting .382, fourth in MLB.
May 2 2017Garcia (groin) is in the lineup Tuesday against the Royals.Garcia had been dealing with a bout of groin tightness, but is set to return to the lineup Tuesday. He'll start in right field and hit sixth when the White Sox take on a Kansas City squad that will be led by Danny Duffy.
May 1 2017Garcia (groin) is not in Monday's lineup against the Royals.There was some hope that Garcia would be able to return Monday after exiting Sunday's game with groin tightness, but it appears he is not quite ready to get back in action. The White Sox will be hoping Garcia can get back on the field soon so that he can look to keep building on his strong start to the season.
Apr 30 2017Garcia was removed from Sunday's game against the Tigers in the bottom of the fifth inning due to left groin tightness, Scott Merkin of MLB.com reports.Garcia had complained of a tight left groin during Saturday's game, and though he was cleared to start Sunday, it appears the groin is acting up on him again. Considering that the field in Detroit is a bit slick due to the overnight weather, it's possible the White Sox are just erring on the side of caution by pulling Garcia out early. Jacob May came on to replace Garcia in right field.
Apr 30 2017Garcia (groin) is expected to return Monday against the Royals, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Due to the wet field in Sunday's game, the White Sox decision to pull Garcia early was strictly precautionary. Garcia carried a fantastic .376/.418/.635 line into Sunday's matchup against Detroit and will look to continue his tremendous start Monday.
Apr 30 2017Garcia (groin) will bat sixth in the order and man right field Sunday against the Tigers, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Garcia experienced some tightness in his upper left leg/groin area Saturday amid cold weather in Detroit, but he was able to play the entire game. The White Sox's decision not to rest him in the series finale suggests Garcia's injury isn't anything worth worrying about. He'll remain a must-play in just about every format while he continues to hold down an impressive .376/.418/.635 batting line over 91 plate appearances on the season.
Apr 30 2017Garcia had some tightness in his left leg/groin area but played the entire game Saturday, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia chalked up the tightness to playing in the cold weather of Detroit and will seek treatment of stretching and ice. The White Sox starting right fielder is currently on a six-game hitting streak, going 10-for-27 with five extra-base hits during that span.
Apr 29 2017Garcia went 3-for-5 with a home run, two runs scored and two RBI in Friday's 7-3 win over the Tigers.The second-inning solo shot was Garcia's fifth homer of the season and second in as many games. The 25-year-old continues to have a monster April and is now slashing .388/.430/.638 through 21 games.
Apr 26 2017Garcia went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run during Wednesday's win over Kansas City.After going 3-for-5 with a double, two runs scored and an RBI in Game 2 of the series Tuesday, Garcia followed it up with another solid outing Wednesday. He's now up to a .373/.420/.600 slash line with 17 RBI and is well on his way to the breakout campaign many have been expecting for a few years now. It's unlikely Garcia holds off a statistical decline for much longer, but the 25-year-old outfielder will probably remain fantasy relevant in most settings.
Apr 26 2017Garcia went 3-for-5 with a double, two runs scored and an RBI in Tuesday's 10-5 win over the Royals.His numbers have started to slide after his hot start, and Tuesday's three hits represent half his haul over the past week. Garcia is still slashing .380/.429/.577 through 19 games with an impressive 15 RBI and 12 runs scored, but expect those ratios to continue their decline.
Apr 18 2017Garcia went 1-for-3 with a three-run homer and a pair of strikeouts in Tuesday's 4-1 win over the Yankees.He provided the difference in this game with his seventh-inning bomb, a 409-footer to left center off Luis Severino. Long considered a promising hitter, Garcia has consistently disappointed, but he's off to a remarkable start this year, hitting .440 with three homers and 13 RBI through 13 games. Of course, if you look up the definition of "unsustainable" in the dictionary, you'll find that the top entry reads "Avisail Garcia's .543 BABIP."
Apr 16 2017Garcia batted fourth in the order and went 4-for-5 with a run and two RBI in Sunday's 3-1 extra-inning victory over Minnesota.The move to the cleanup spot was a nod to Garcia's hot start, which got even hotter when he tied a career high for hits in one game and provided a game-winning, two-run homer in the 10th inning. He leads MLB with a .465 average (20-for-43) while his 10 RBI are tied for the team lead. With Melky Cabrera (paternity leave) expected back Monday, the batting order will be tweaked, but we expect Garcia to remain in the middle of the order.
Apr 15 2017Garcia is slotted second in the batting order for Saturday's game against the Twins.The move makes perfect sense considering Garcia's hot bat. The 25-year-old is riding an eight-game hitting streak to open the season and is batting .457 with six runs and eight RBI. It's a streak that will be put to the test Saturday, however, as the Sox face Ervin Santana and his 0.69 ERA.
Apr 13 2017Garcia went 3-for-4 with a walk, three RBI and a run scored in Thursday's 10-4 win over the Indians.Garcia has hit in seven straight games to start the season, rewarding manager Rick Renteria who backed Garica as his starting right fielder early on in training camp.
Apr 9 2017Garcia went 3-for-4 with a home run, double, three RBI and two runs scored in Saturday's 6-2 win over Minnesota.All three of Garcia's hits went to center or right field and the numbers indicate his career OPS is greater when not pulling the ball. So, it looks like he's trying to take an all-fields approach, and the early results are promising for the one-time highly regarded prospect. Garcia's hit safely (8-for-16, 1.342 OPS) in all four games played and cut down on his prodigious groundball rate. We can't ignore the 1500-plus plate appearances prior to 2017, but he's still young enough (25) to develop into something more than a .260 hitter with limited pop.
Mar 26 2017Garcia started in right field and went 1-for-3 in Sunday's game against the Giants.Garcia has cooled off some after a hot start to spring training, going 0-for-15 before hitting safely in the last two games. Despite the downturn, Garcia is expected to open the regular season as the White Sox's primary right fielder.
Mar 8 2017Garcia went 3-for-4 with a home run and two runs scored in Wednesday's game against Milwaukee.White Sox manager Rick Renteria gave Garcia the inside track for the starting right field job and the 25-year-old has run with it. He leads Chicago's regulars this spring with a .435 (10-for-23) batting average.
Feb 26 2017Garcia went 2-for-2 with two runs scored in Saturday's game against the Dodgers.Garcia was given the inside track on the starting right-field job by manager Rick Renteria earlier this spring and immediately established himself as the front-runner. He had a perfectly mediocre season at the dish in 2016, when he mainly served as the team's designated hitter. Garcia said he wasn't thrilled about being the DH, suggesting it affected his bat, and worked hard on his conditioning to put himself back on the radar in the outfield. The key question is if his improved conditioning leads to better outfield defense. He's a minus-23 in Defensive Runs Saved since becoming a major leaguer in 2012, which suggests he's probably not totally free of DH.
Feb 20 2017Garcia will be given the opportunity to become the White Sox's starter in right field, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Chicago manager Rick Renteria said Garcia will be given a shot to "settle into right field," while mentioning both Willy Garcia and Rymer Liriano being in the mix. The 26-year-old Avisail Garcia has been a regular in the lineup the last two seasons, getting at-bats as a corner outfielder and designated hitter. One might think a player with 966 at-bats and 268 games played over the previous two seasons might be a lock to start in 2017, but the rebuilding White Sox are in no position to be handing out starting jobs -- particularly to a corner outfielder, who has limited power and a high ground-ball rate.
Feb 20 2017Garcia lost 14 pounds while dedicating himself to getting in better shape this offseason, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Coming off an unremarkable season in which he slashed .245/.307/.382 and posted a 0.5 WAR, Garcia will be hoping to use his slimmed-down figure to improve his agility on defense and on the bases. The 25-year-old outfielder enters the spring with a good chance of earning a starting spot on a White Sox team that is devoid of much outfield depth.
Dec 2 2016Garcia signed a one-year, $3 million deal with the White Sox, avoiding arbitration, Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports reports.Garcia's 2016 campaign was a replica of his 2015 output in many ways, as his 12 home runs, .245 average, and .692 OPS were all in the same ballpark as his production in those departments the year before. He'll probably be the DH on most days, but he started 51 games in the outfield last season, so he could see some time in one of the corner spots when either Melky Cabrera or Adam Eaton need a day off.
Sep 20 2016Garcia is out of the lineup Tuesday in Philadelphia, the Chicago Sun-Times' Daryl Van Schouwen reports.He is hitting .272 over his last 27 games, but his home runs (two), strikeouts (30) and OBP (.306) over that stretch leave a lot to be desired. Adam Eaton will start in right field while Leury Garcia starts in center field Tuesday.
Sep 12 2016Garcia homered and scored three times in a 4-for-5 game in Monday's win over Cleveland.Garcia's line since returning from the disabled list August 23 is now up to a sharp .308/.338/.449, including seven extra base hits (two home runs). He still has a brutal 3:22 BB:K in 20 games in that stretch, though, so it might be a bit early to think he has fully turned things around.
Aug 28 2016Garcia went 3-for-4 with a two doubles and a two-run homer in a 9-3 victory over the Mariners on Saturday.This was Garcia's first three-hit game since May 15, and it was the first time this year he had three extra-base hits in the same contest. Garcia is slashing .251/.316/.401 with 10 home runs, 40 RBI and 44 runs this season.
Aug 24 2016Garcia will primarily play right field for the remainder of the season, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Garcia served as the team's primary DH for majority of the season, but that appears to be Justin Morneau's spot now. This could be Garcia's final audition in the outfield, as he has yet to live up to his potential through his four years in the White Sox organization. The defensive dropoff from Adam Eaton to Garcia could be steep, fantasy managers who own White Sox pitchers should pay heed.
Aug 23 2016Garcia (knee) was activated from the DL on Tuesday.After completing a rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte over the weekend, Garcia will rejoin the White Sox and could return to the lineup as early as Tuesday night's matchup with the Phillies. In a corresponding move, the Sox optioned outfielder Jason Coats to Charlotte in order to free up a roster spot.
Aug 23 2016Garcia is starting in right field for Tuesday's contest against the Phillies, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia was activated from the DL on Tuesday, and the White Sox are wasting no time to return him to action. Garcia will have a favorable matchup to get back on track, as Jake Thompson is slated to take the mound for the Phillies.
Aug 22 2016Garcia (knee) began his minor league rehab assignement with Triple-A Charlotte on Saturday, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.He served as the Knights' DH in his first rehab appearance, but he moved to right field Sunday. He would be eligible to come off the disabled list in time for the start of the White Sox's series against the Phillies on Tuesday, but he might be able to use a few more games at Charlotte to get ready.
Aug 9 2016Garcia was placed on the 15-day DL Tuesday.It's unclear what is exactly causing Garcia to head to the DL but he sat out Sunday's game so something may have been bothering him then. Check back for details concerning what issue the outfielder is dealing with, but in the meantime, Jason Coats will be recalled from Triple-A Charlotte to replace the ailing Garcia.
Aug 7 2016Garcia is out of the lineup Sunday against the Orioles, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.Garcia has replaced J.B. Shuck as a regular starter in the outfield of late, aiding his cause to stick in that role by going 7-for-24 with three homers and six RBI over his last seven games. He'll be rested Sunday, however, as Shuck gets the start in center field while Adam Eaton claims Garcia's usual spot in right field.
Aug 4 2016Garcia went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in Thursday's win over the Tigers.Three of Garcia's nine homers on the season have come in his last three games. It's still difficult to justify a starting spot for Garcia in most standard mixed leagues, as he's batting just .238/.310/.377 on the year, although he's playing pretty regularly again after being relegated to a lesser role for most of July.
Aug 3 2016Garcia went 2-for-2 with two home runs and three RBI in the White Sox's loss to the Tigers on Tuesday.Garcia did not start this game, but he came off the bench once outfielder Charlie Tilson exited with a hamstring injury. Garcia will likely remain in a part-time role even if Tilson's injury proves to be somewhat serious.
Jul 29 2016Garcia is out of the lineup for Friday's contest against Minnesota, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia will be held out of the starting lineup for a sixth consecutive game as Justin Morneau takes over DH duties and bats fifth. Garcia's unproductiveness at the plate this month is a likely reason why he's been missing from the lineup card as he's gone just 7-for-37 (.189) in July.
Jul 17 2016Garcia is out of the lineup Sunday against the Angels.Garcia looks ticketed for a regular reserve role now that Justin Morneau (elbow) has been activated from the DL and will make a second straight start as the DH on Sunday. The 25-year-old is slashing a woeful .230/.299/.329 across 278 plate appearances on the season.
Jul 16 2016Garcia is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Angels.The 25-year-old will be a healthy scratch as Justin Morneau steps in at DH for his first start as a member of the White Sox. It's been a struggle for Garcia throughout the 2016 season but he's been especially bad lately (3-for-27 in July), and it seems Morneau's at-bats may come largely at Garcia's expense.
Jul 8 2016Garcia is out of the lineup for Friday's matchup with the Braves.Garcia has started each of the six games the White Sox have played this month, but will be getting a day off Friday. In his place, the club is starting Brett Lawrie in the DH spot as Carlos Sanchez will man second base.
Jun 26 2016Garcia is out of the lineup Sunday against the Blue Jays.For the second straight game, the White Sox will reserve the DH spot in the lineup for one of their everyday options in the field, as Todd Frazier will get a day off third base. As a result, Garcia will get squeezed out of the lineup again, and it could start to become a recurring trend. The 25-year-old hasn't developed as the White Sox anticipated, and is slashing a middling .247/.309/.358 across 215 at-bats on the season.
Jun 17 2016Garcia went 2-for-4 with an RBI double in Friday's 3-2 loss to the Indians.The 25-year-old extended his hitting streak to seven games with his fourth multi-hit effort of June. Garcia's game-tying double in the top of the ninth off Indians closer Cody Allen temporarily made him the hero, until Carlos Santana won the game with a solo shot in the bottom of the frame. Garcia is enjoying his best month of the season to date, as he's now hitting .311 (14-for-45) with six RBI in June.
Jun 11 2016Garcia went 2-for-4 with an RBI in Saturday's 4-1 loss to the Royals.The Venezuelan slugger saved the White Sox from a shutout in front of the home crowd by plating Todd Frazier with a ninth-inning single off Royals closer Wade Davis. Garcia has now hit safely in three of his last four games, with two of those contests being multi-hit efforts. He's provided modest production over 172 at-bats this season, slashing .250/.305/.384 with five homers and 22 RBI.
Jun 7 2016Garcia is not in Tuesday's lineup against the Nationals, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Garcia is coming off a 0-for-4, two strikeouts showing Sunday, and he'll now be held out of the lineup for the third time in the last five games. J.B. Shuck will serve as the team's DH in his stead and bat seventh.
May 30 2016Garcia is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Mets, according to MLB.com's Scott Merkin.Garcia is hitting .292 in May, but the White Sox will not be afforded the designated hitter position while playing in Citi Field, so Garcia -- the team's primary DH -- was squeezed out of Monday's lineup. The White Sox will play two more games against the Mets after Monday's, and Garcia could see action in right field if manager Robin Ventura decides not to hold him out three days in a row.
May 28 2016Garcia went 2-for-4 with a two-run homer, three RBI and two runs scored in Saturday's 8-7 loss to the Royals.Garcia's bat has come alive over the last three games, during which he's gone 5-for-12 with a homer, three RBI and three runs scored. The homer was his first since May 5, while the game marked the second time in the month he's tallied three RBI. He's now slashing .259/.316/.424 over 139 at-bats this season.
May 23 2016Garcia will bat seventh in Game 2 against the Indians on Monday.Garcia got the afternoon off while Jimmy Rollins served at the team's designated hitter, but things will go back to normal Monday night with Garcia getting the nod.
May 23 2016Garcia is not in the starting lineup for the first game of the White Sox's doubleheader against the Indians on Monday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.This marks the third game in a row that Garcia hasn't cracked the starting lineup, as well as the fourth time in the past five games. The White Sox have elected to employ more of a rotating designated hitter position as of late, which may to blame for the recent string of bench-sitting, although the 24-year-old's .248 batting average and career-high 24.6 percent strikeout rate certainly don't help his case. Brett Lawrie will get a crack at being Chicago's DH for game one, although there's a decent chance that Garcia could get a start in game two if the White Sox decide to rest some of their starters for the nightcap.
May 19 2016Garcia is not in the lineup Thursday, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia will get the day off Thursday as the White Sox go with Jerry Sands at DH. Sands will bat seventh against the Astros' Collin McHugh.
May 15 2016Garcia went 3-for-4 with a double, a run scored, an RBI and a stolen base in Sunday's 7-5 loss to the Yankees.It's his third multi-hit performance in his last seven games, pushing Garcia's slash line for May to an impressive .324/.395/.500 in 34 at-bats. He's regained his regular spot in the White Sox's starting lineup, and if Garcia was cut loose due to his poor April it's past time to scoop him off the waiver wire.
May 9 2016Garcia went 2-for-3 with a double and a pair of runs scored in the White Sox's win over the Twins on Sunday.On April 25, it looked like Garcia might be headed to Triple-A Charlotte to clear his head and right his swing. A trip to Charlotte looks unnecessary at this point, as he has a nine-game hit streak since that date (interrupted by a hamstring injury), in which he has gone 14-for-30 with five extra-base hits and more walks (four) than strikeouts (three).
May 5 2016Garcia went 2-for-4 with a solo homer in his return to the lineup from a hamstring injury Thursday against Boston.Four games on the sidelines didn't put any rust on Garcia, who has actually hit safely in six consecutive games with four multi-hit efforts in that span after opening the season 7-for-52 (.135). He's still only a speculative fantasy option at best, though, as Garcia strikes out too often and has only modest power to go with marginal speed.
May 5 2016Garcia (hamstring) is back in the lineup Thursday as the DH.Garcia was held out of the previous four contests due to a strained right hamstring, but he's back in action Thursday, serving as the DH and batting seventh against Boston's Henry Owens. Jerry Sands, who had been DH-ing in Garcia's place, will return to the bench.
May 4 2016Garcia (hamstring) remains out of the lineup Wednesday night.Jerry Sands will DH, while the White Sox roll with Adam Eaton, Melky Cabrera, and Austin Jackson in the outfield for Wednesday's game against Boston.
May 3 2016Garcia (hamstring) remains out of the lineup Tuesday against the Red Sox, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.It will be the third straight game Garcia will miss after suffering a right hamstring strain, but he's already reported that he'll be good to go for Wednesday's contest. Jerry Sands will handle the DH responsibilities Tuesday and bat seventh against Steven Wright.
May 1 2016Garcia (hamstring), who is out of the lineup Sunday against the Orioles, isn't expected to be ready to go when the White Sox open their series with the Red Sox on Tuesday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Sunday's absence will mark the second straight game that Garcia has missed, and it seems likely that the hamstring injury could keep him out until next weekend, if it doesn't result in a DL stint. Garcia is batting .214 with three homers in 70 at-bats this season, so those lowly numbers combined with his hamstring injury will make it difficult to justify keeping him active in weekly leagues.
May 1 2016Garcia (hamstring) is out of the lineup Sunday against the Orioles, CSN Chicago's Dan Hayes reports.The White Sox relayed a day earlier that Garcia's hamstring injury will likely sideline him through at least Tuesday, so it's not a surprise that he'll be held out Sunday. Jerry Sands will effectively enter the lineup in Garcia's stead, serving as the DH.
Apr 30 2016Garcia (hamstring) is not expected to be available until Tuesday, at the earliest, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Garcia is not in the lineup Saturday against Baltimore as he continues to deal with a strained right hamstring, and it looks as though the White Sox aren't expecting to have him back for Sunday's series finale. The team will take advantage of an off day Monday in hopes that Garcia will have had sufficient time to rest as Tuesday's series-opener against Boston approaches.
Apr 30 2016Garcia (hamstring) is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Orioles.He suffered a right hamstring strain while making the final out of Friday's game, and will be replaced at DH by Jerry Sands on Saturday. A DL move was not immediately made Saturday afternoon, which is a decent sign for Garcia, but the possibility of DL stint remains if Garcia doesn't show improvement in the days ahead.
Apr 29 2016Garcia tweaked his hamstring while making the final out of Friday's game, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.It's poor timing, as Garcia was finally starting to show some signs of life at the plate after a slow start, but the extent of the injury is uncertain. He will be re-evaluated Saturday. Jerry Sands stands to see additional at-bats if Garcia is forced to miss time.
Apr 29 2016Garcia has been diagnosed with a right hamstring strain, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.Manager Robin Ventura said initially that Garcia "tweaked" his hamstring making the final out of Friday's game, and the official diagnosis of a strain came down shortly thereafter. Garcia will be re-evaluated Saturday. Jose Abreu, Melky Cabrera, Dioner Navarro and Jerry Sands could all factor in at DH if Garcia misses time.
Apr 26 2016Garcia went 2-for-3 with a home run, a walk, two RBI and three runs scored Tuesday in Toronto.Garcia opened the scoring with his third-inning home run, and continued to play an active offensive role the rest of the night as the White Sox piled on runs in what ended up being a 10-1 victory. There have been rumblings about sending Garcia to Triple-A Charlotte following a slow start, but the 24-year-old has done his best to stave off that fate with a 4-for-7 stretch over the last two games after hitting just .135 in his first 52 at-bats of 2016.
Apr 25 2016The White Sox have not ruled out sending the slumping Avisail Garcia to Triple-A Charlotte, the Chicago Tribune reports.After a spring in which it looked like Garcia might be putting it all together, he fell flat on his face in the season's first month, posting a .493 OPS in 58 plate appearances. He has begun to bleed at-bats at DH to others over the past week, and trip to Charlotte may help him right the ship. If the demotion comes, look for Jerry Sands (and potentially Jason Coats) to get AB's at DH.
Apr 24 2016Garcia will be out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rangers, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.With an 0-for-4 showing Saturday dropping Garcia's average to .135 for the season, the 24-year-old will be on the bench for the third time in five games. He may be starting to lose hold of his regular spot in the White Sox's lineup, with Jerry Sands representing his greatest threat to steal at-bats.
Apr 23 2016Garcia is back in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Rangers, batting seventh.Garcia got the day off Friday amid a brutal slump to start the year. He's slashing .146/.226/.292 with 16 strikeouts in 48 at-bats thus far this season. Garcia will look to turn things around at the dish Saturday when he faces Texas right-hander Colby Lewis.
Apr 21 2016Manager Robin Ventura said Garcia's transition to DH this season may play a role in his struggles for the first two weeks of the 2016 season, the Daily Herald reports.Garcia has seen almost as many games at DH in 2016 (11) as he did in all of 2015 (17) as a result of Austin Jackson's arrival in the outfield. We have seen other players struggle offensively when moving off the field, as serving as the club's full-time DH removes the player to focus differently on the game. Garcia has two big home runs this season, but he has done little else while accumulating 15 strikeouts in 50 plate appearances. A prolonged struggle could see him sent for a temporary stay in Triple-A.
Apr 20 2016Garcia is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Angels.Few hitters are scuffling at the plate like Garcia, as he has one hit in his last 16 at-bats, while striking out seven times over that span. Jose Abreu will start at DH Wednesday and Jerry Sands will get a rare nod at first base.
Apr 13 2016Garcia is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Twins, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia is having a tough go of things at the plate thus far, hitting just .160 in the first seven games and will get Wednesday off to clear his head. He's replaced in the lineup by Jerry Sands, but Garcia should continue to be the team's primary designated hitter despite his early-season struggles.
Apr 10 2016Garcia went 2-for-4 with a three-run homer and two runs scored in Saturday's 7-3 victory over the Indians.Garcia's three-run blast, his first of the season, came in a decisive seventh inning off Indians relieve Bryan Shaw. He helped atone for a basrunning mistake in the White Sox loss in Friday night's home opener, and drove in his first runs of the season as well. Garcia is expected to provide some pop in the middle-to-lower part of the Chicago lineup, and there is hope he can build on his modest 13-homer total from 2015.
Mar 23 2016Garcia (wrist) returned to action Tuesday and went 0-for-4.As promised, Garcia only missed a couple games after bruising his wrist Saturday. The 0-fer dropped his average to .333, which is its lowest point since March 5.
Mar 22 2016Manager Robin Ventura said Garcia should return from his bruised right wrist Tuesday, the White Sox's official site reports.Garcia suffered the injury Saturday bracing himself from a fall, but it only kept him on the shelf for a few days. The malady should play no role in his readiness for the regular season.
Mar 21 2016Garcia (wrist) is not in the lineup for Monday's spring game, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Garcia was scratched from the lineup for Sunday's spring game due to the setback, and he will get at least one more day to rest and recover. As long as he is only dealing with a minor setback, he is on track to open the season as Chicago's primary designated hitter.
Mar 20 2016Garcia was scratched from Sunday's lineup due to a right wrist contusion, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia originally suffered the ailment while chasing down a flyball Saturday, but fortunately for the White Sox, X-rays came back negative. Consider Garcia day-to-day, and as long as he allows the wrist ample time to rest before diving back into action, he should be good to go to start the regular season.
Mar 6 2016Garcia could spend more time at DH, or on the bench, after the White Sox signed Austin Jackson on Sunday.The White Sox were reportedly hunting for an alternative in the outfield all offseason, and they landed Jackson on a deal Sunday. Garcia has disappointed in the field and at the plate thus far in his major league career, but the lack of alternatives kept his leash fairly long. That changes with Jackson's arrival, and Garcia will need to produce to continue receiving AB's.
Mar 2 2016Garcia hit a two-run home run in an intrasquad game Tuesday, which he attributed to modifying his approach at the plate over the offseason, CSN Chicago reports."You can see him setting down a bit," manager Robin Ventura said. "I think his at is a little flatter as far as starting through the zone... It's going to help him maintain that barrel through he zone a little longer." The White Sox seemingly spent much of the offseason searching for an alternative in the outfield to Garcia, but they came up empty handed. That means Garcia should have a fairly long leash in right field. Te leash will only get longer if he can sustain the aforementioned mechanical changes.
Jan 15 2016Garcia agreed to a one-year, $2.1 million deal with the White Sox on Friday, avoiding arbitration, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.Garcia proved to be a reliable fixture in Chicago's lineup last season, appearing in 148 games after not playing more than 72 games in any of his previous major league seasons. He hit a career-high 13 home runs and figures to again have a regular role as the White Sox' right fielder.
Oct 2 2015Garcia is not in the lineup Friday against the Tigers.After going 0-for-12 with three strikeouts in his past three starts, Garcia will get the day off Friday. Melky Cabrera will get the start as the team's DH in his place, with J.B. Shuck filling in at right field.
Sep 27 2015Garcia is out of the lineup Sunday against the Yankees.Garcia will sit for a second straight game and the third time in four games with J.B. Shuck earning his rare entry into the lineup. It appears the White Sox will go with a regular outfield of Melky Cabrera, Adam Eaton, and Trayce Thompson over the final week of the season, leaving Garcia to battle Adam LaRoche and a host of other players for DH duties.
Sep 24 2015Garcia is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Yankees, according to CSN's Dan Hayes.Garcia has tallied just there hits since Sept. 16, so manager Robin Ventura decided to give him a day to clear his head. Trayce Thompson will get the nod in right field Thursday in Garcia's place.
Sep 14 2015Garcia (back) is in the lineup Monday against the A's.Garcia left Saturday's contest with back spasms and was held out Sunday with the same issue. He'll serve as the DH on Monday, so the club may be electing to keep him out of the field until the issue is fully behind him.
Sep 13 2015Garcia (back) is out of the lineup Sunday against the Twins, Chris Kuc of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia exited Saturday's game due to back spasms, and considering the current standing of the club, they'll likely take a cautious approach with their young outfielder. Trayce Thompson will replace him in right field Sunday, bating fifth for the White Sox.
Sep 12 2015Garcia left Saturday's game against Minnesota after two innings with back spasms.Trayce Thompson was shifted across the field to replace Garcia in right, as J.B. Shuck was inserted in left to begin the top of the third inning. Garcia lined out to second base with two men on in his lone at-bat. The extent of the issue is uncertain.
Aug 30 2015Garcia went 3-for-5 with a run scored in an 8-7 win over the Mariners on Saturday.Garcia is one of the few bright spots for the White Sox this season, even though the power has been lacking. When the White Sox acquired him, I'm sure they were expecting a slugging percentage higher than his current .379 pace, but his .268 average is just fine. His .113 ISO is his lowest total since being in Single-A and his power numbers are just not the same as his minor league numbers. In the majors, his career SLG is is the .350 range and in the minors, it's in the .450 range. He may just not know how to hit Major League pitching from a power perspective and the only way that's going to change is through experience.
Aug 21 2015Garcia went 2-for-4 with a walk and two runs scored in an 11-4 win over Seattle on Saturday.Garcia now has three multi-hit games in his last five and the only thing missing is the power. If Garcia can find the power-stroke that everyone anticipated him having coming out of Detroit, he'll become a must own player in all formats.
Aug 10 2015Garcia homered twice in Monday's win over the Angels, his 10th and 11th of the season, and knocked in four runs.Garcia has homered four times in his past six games after homering just four times in 62 games from May 17 to August 3. He now has his first double-digit home run season of his career and has raised his OPS from .669 to .701 in the past week. Garcia has been streaky all year, and he desperately needs this one to catch after he hit .253/.297/.284 without a home run in July.
Aug 5 2015Garcia went 1-for-3 with a homer, two walks and four RBI.Garcia hit a three-run homer to give the White Sox a 5-0 lead, and later won the game with a walk-off walk in the 10th inning. After not hitting a homer since June 9, Garcia now has homered in each of his last two games. He's also had at least one hit in 10 of his last 11 games, but his batting average still stands at .267.
Jul 18 2015Garcia is out of the lineup Saturday against Kansas City.After playing all 18 innings of Friday's double header against the Royals, Garcia will get the day off Saturday. He is listed as available on the lineup card, but J.B Shuck will get the nod in right field for Saturday's contest.
Jul 9 2015Garcia went 4-for-5 with a double, an RBI, and a run scored in the White Sox's win over the Jays on Wednesday.Garcia snapped a hitting streak with an 0-fer Tuesday, but he rebounded in a big way Wednesday. He continues to hit in the heart of the order, but he has gone a month now without a home run, and he has been unable to accumulate may other counting stats while situated in a lineup that has been inept at scoring runs.
Jun 29 2015Garcia went 2-for-3 with two RBI as the White Sox's No. 3 batter Sunday against the Tigers.Jose Abreu typically bats third in the White Sox's lineup, but Garcia got a try Sunday with Abreu in the No. 2 spot. The lineup shift could stick, at least against left-handed pitchers, which could result in a few more at-bats with men on base for Garcia.
Jun 24 2015Garcia went 0-for-5 in the White Sox's win over teh Twins on Tuesday.Many of the White Sox's bats woke up in Tuesday's six-run effort, but Garcia's did not. The 0-fer dropped Garcia's batting average to its lowest mark since late-April, and he is now hitting .149 with 25 strikeouts in 74 June at-bats. Still, he remains in the White Sox's lineup on a nightly basis and frequently hits second.
Jun 18 2015Garcia is not in the lineup Thursday against the Pirates, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia has started every game since May 30, so he'll be given the night off as J.B. Shuck takes over in right field. Expect Garcia to return to the lineup Friday against Texas.
Jun 8 2015Garcia hit his seventh home run Tuesday night against Houston's Lance McCullers.Garcia has been solid all season, as his 1-for-2 effort raised his batting average to .296. But the power is finally starting to show up, as Garcia has three home runs in four games to raise his slugging percentage to .453. Garcia's power was praised as a prospect, and he should be strong enough to take advantage of a good hitter's park in Chicago.
Jun 6 2015Garcia went 1-for-4 with a homer and two RBI in the White Sox's win over the Tigers on Friday night.The long ball was Garcia's first since May 17. Garcia, who turns 24 next week, is attempting to complete his first healthy MLB season in 2015. Through 45 games, he's fanned 22.4% of the time, while walking at a 5.5% clip. The results have been steady overall, as he's hit .300 with a .350 OBP and chipped in five home runs, but his other counting stats have suffered with several members of the White Sox lineup struggling at the plate through the first two months of the season.
May 30 2015Garcia (knee) will return to the White Sox's lineup Saturday, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia has been iffy for much of the past two weeks with his knee injury, but hopefully he is better after sitting for five straight games. He will bat third for the Sox on Saturday with Jose Abreu out.
May 29 2015White Sox manager Robin Ventura said he is hoping to have Garcia (knee) back in the lineup Saturday, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia is sitting Friday for a fifth straight game and for the seventh time in nine games due to the knee issue, but he was able to hit and do some running. If the team has any reservations about his health, it could opt to hold Garcia out yet again Saturday, but a DL stint is looking less and less likely as he continues to progress.
May 29 2015Garcia (knee) is not in Friday's lineup, the Chicago Sun-Times' Daryl Van Schouwen reports.He will miss his fifth straight game Friday and J.B. Shuck will once again get the start in right field. Until otherwise noted Garcia should be considered day-to-day, but if he misses a couple more games a DL stint could be a possibility.
May 28 2015Garcia (knee) will not start either game of Thursday's doubleheader, the Chicago Tribune's Paul Sullivan reports.He has now missed four straight games with the knee issue, and while he should be considered day-to-day, there is no expected date for his return. J.B. Shuck will start the first half of the doubleheader, and either he or Emilio Bonifacio will start the second half of the twin bill Thursday.
May 28 2015Garcia (knee) remains out of the lineup for Game 1 of Chicago's doubleheader Thursday, the Chicago Tribune's Paul Sullivan reports.Garcia will miss his third game in a row and his fifth of the last seven with this knee issue. There is a chance Garcia could be in the lineup for the second half of Thursday's doubleheader. J.B. Shuck will get the start in right field and hit sixth for the early game.
May 27 2015Garcia (knee) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Blue Jays.It was reported Tuesday that Garcia was unlikely to play Wednesday, and that will indeed be the case as he sits out for the second day in a row to rest his sore knee. His status for Thursday's doubleheader is uncertain, but given his nagging knee injury, it seems unlikely he would start two games even if he is able to start one. J.B. Shuck will get another start in right field in Garcia's place Wednesday.
May 26 2015Garcia (knee) is out of the lineup Tuesday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.After missing two games last week with a knee issue, he returned for a game and a half but then exited Monday's game with a recurrence of the same right knee ailment. The White Sox will probably hold him out until the inflammation completely subsides this time in an effort to stop this from being a constant issue. J.B. Shuck will get the start Tuesday.
May 25 2015Garcia left Monday's game after less than two innings due to right knee inflammation, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Garcia had just gotten back into the lineup Sunday after missing two games with a knee issue, and it appears to have flared right back up again. He went 1-for-1 with a single before departing Monday, and should be considered day-to-day, but it wouldn't be a surprise to see the White Sox treat this ailment with kid gloves after it recurred so soon. J.B. Shuck took over for him in right field in the bottom of the second inning.
May 24 2015Garcia (knee) is back in the lineup Sunday against the Twins.After sitting out the first two games of the series with right knee inflammation, Garcia was cleared to return to right field for the series finale. With a .319 batting average, four homers, and 18 RBI, Garcia has been one of the most productive hitters this season in an underachieving lineup, so his return won't go without notice.
May 23 2015Garcia (knee) is out of the lineup Saturday against the Twins, ESPN Chicago's Doug Padilla reports.Garcia was scratched from Friday's game with right knee inflammation, which is apparently still bothering him. J.B. Shuck will get the start in right field and hit seventh Saturday. Hopefully this knee issue does not linger much longer for Garcia, but for now, he should be considered day-to-day.
May 22 2015Garcia was scratched from Friday's lineup due to right knee inflammation, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.Garcia has suffered from knee issues multiple times over the course of the season, and it appears there was another recurrence Friday. J.B. Shuck will start in right field in his place, batting seventh for the White Sox.
May 19 2015Garcia (knee) is in the lineup Tuesday against the Indians.Garcia left Monday's contest with right knee soreness, and though he was initially expected to miss Tuesday's tilt as well, he appears to be recovering more quickly than anticipated. He'll man his usual right field duties while batting fifth.
May 19 2015Garcia (knee) went 1-for-4 with an RBI and two strikeouts Tuesday against the Indians.Garcia acknowledged that he is still not 100 percent, but he intimated that this was something he would attempt to continue to play through. Still, do not be surprised if the White Sox give a day off here and there if the issue lingers.
May 18 2015Garcia (knee) left Monday's game with right knee soreness, and is expected to sit out Tuesday, Doug Padilla of ESPN Chicago reports.Garcia has reportedly been suffering from some knee inflammation, and his removal was considered precautionary. However, he's expected to sit out at least a day because of it. The situation is worth keeping an eye on over the next couple of days to ensure nothing more is made of it, but consider him day-to-day at this point.
May 18 2015Garcia left Monday's game in the 10th inning with an undisclosed injury, Doug Padilla of ESPN Chicago reports.Garcia's injury could be a knee or back issue, but it's unclear at this point. The White Sox will likely release an update on his status at some point, but consider him day-to-day until otherwise noted.
May 17 2015Garcia remained red-hot at the plate Sunday, going 3-for-5 with a home run, two RBI and two runs scored against the Athletics.The 23-year-old is batting .410 with three home runs, eight RBI and seven runs scored over his last eight games and has raised his season average to .346. Garcia should continue to see plenty of opportunities to produce in the middle of the lineup for the White Sox.
Apr 17 2015Garcia went 1-for-4 with a solo homer in the White Sox's loss to the Tigers on Friday.The blast was Garcia's first of the season, and it extended his current hitting streak to four games. When the opposing team has started a left-handed pitcher this season, the White Sox have moved Garcia into the clean-up spot in favor of Adam LaRoche. Against righties, he's settled in as the No. 5 hitter.
Apr 15 2015Garcia is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Indians, according to CSN's Dan Hayes.Garcia tallied five hits over his last three games, but manager Robin Ventura felt it was time to give him his first day off of the season. J.B. Shuck will get the start in right field in Garcia's place.
Mar 24 2015Garcia is still hitting .368/.429/.421 on the spring even after going 0-for-3 with two strikeouts against the Padres on Monday.After missing much of 2014 with injury, Garcia reported to camp in excellent shape and last year's late-season rust appears to be absent thus far. A healthy Garcia remains a breakout candidate as he enters his age-24 season, especially if the aggressiveness we have seen from him on the basepaths this spring persists into the regular season.
Sep 27 2014Garcia (back) is in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Royals.Garcia will return to action after sitting out Friday due to a back injury he suffered the day before. He will man right field and bat cleanup in Saturday's batting order.
Sep 26 2014Garcia (back) is out of the lineup Friday against the Royals.As expected, Garcia will sit Friday after leaving Thursday's game in the second inning with lower-back stiffness. The White Sox have not ruled Garcia out for the final two games of the season, but they have no reason to rush him back, so there's no guarantee he'll play this weekend. Jordan Danks will move over to right field Friday, with Michael Taylor stepping in at left.
Sep 25 2014Garcia left Thursday's game in the third inning due to a stiff lower back.Garcia was replaced by Moises Sierra in right field, and is currently being called "day-to-day." The White Sox will take on the Royals three more times before the season ends, and Garcia's availability for those contests is currently unclear.
Sep 25 2014Garcia will likely miss Friday's game due to a stiff lower back that flared up Thursday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Garcia was replaced in Thursday's game by Moises Sierra in right field. He is considered day-to-day, but will miss at least Friday's game. With no postseason to play for, the White Sox probably won't rush him back from injury, but his contract is up at the end of the year, so the back injury won't be a good way for Garcia to end the season if he has indeed played his last game.
Sep 21 2014Garcia went 3-for-5 with two solo homers in Sunday's 10-5 win over the Rays.Garcia finished up a week's worth of hot hitting with the second multi-homer performance of his MLB career. In six games over the past seven days, the 23-year-old outfielder went 9-for-25 with five RBI.
Sep 15 2014Garcia went 2-for-4 2 with an RBI in the White Sox's loss to the Royals Monday.Garcia got the Sox off to a fast start with his RBI single in the first, but Chicago was unable to protect its early lead. The outfielder has hit well this month, going 13-for-44 (.295) with six RBI and three steals in September.
Sep 10 2014Garcia hit a game-winning two-run single Wednesday in a 1-for-3 effort against the Athletics.Garcia is having a poor year at the plate overall, but is slashing .296/.355/.370 in seven September games.
Sep 7 2014Garcia will play in the Venezuelan Winter League during the offseason, the White Sox's official site reports.Garcia missed much of the regular season after undergoing shoulder surgery in April, so playing in the offseason presents an opportunity to get some more reps in before spring training. Garcia has struggled a bit in his 19 games since returning from injury, hitting a mere .225 and striking out 21 times in 78 plate appearances.
Sep 7 2014Garcia is out of the lineup Sunday against the Indians, MLB.com's Scott Merkin reports.Garcia will receive a day off Sunday following a long string of starts. He is currently slashing just .238/.304/.426 over his 27 games with the club this season, but should continue to see regular playing time as the season comes to a close.
Aug 25 2014Garcia hit a game-tying homer against Yankees closer David Robertson in Sunday's loss.It had been an otherwise awful series for Garcia, who was 0-for-3 with three strikeouts Sunday before the homer and 0-for-11 in the three games. The White Sox need a full September from Garcia to see what they have in him going forward. So far he's hitting .241/.297/.483 over 16 games.
Aug 21 2014Garcia went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run and three RBI in the White Sox's loss to the Orioles on Wednesday.Garcia supplied all three runs in the defeat, and he already has six RBI since returning from the DL on Aug. 16. He has also gone 5-for-16 in his five games back, and he should stick in the heart of the team's order for the remainder of the season.
Aug 17 2014Garcia went 2-for-4 with a double, an RBI, and a run scored in the White Sox's loss to the Blue Jays on Saturday.Not a bad showing for Garcia, who returned to active duty Saturday and defied the expectation that he would miss the remainder of the season. He immediately slotted into the No. 4 spot of the lineup and started in right field, though he may cede No. 4 to Adam Dunn when the Sox face right-handed pitchers.
Aug 16 2014Garcia (shoulder) was activated from the DL on Saturday, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.Garcia's long-awaited recovery from a torn labrum in his left shoulder has reached its conclusion. During his 13-game rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte, he handled the opposition well, slashing .340/.377/.460 with one homer and three doubles in 50 at-bats. Expect him to handle right field off the bat.
Aug 15 2014Garcia (shoulder) could return to the White Sox this weekend, MLB.com's Scott Merkin reports.Garcia has played extremely well in his rehab assignment, and it may grant him a chance to get activated off the disabled list this upcoming weekend. With Adam Eaton on the disabled list, the White Sox have been somewhat thin in the outfield, but could receive a boost with Garcia's return.
Aug 12 2014Garcia (shoulder) should be back in Chicago's lineup in "several days or week or so," according to general manager Rick Hahn, the Chicago Sun-Times' Daryl Van Schouwen reports.The White Sox wanted Garcia to get 50 at-bats on his rehab assignment before rejoining the big-league club, and he's about three games shy of that mark as of Tuesday.He's tearing up Triple-A on his rehab assignment, slashing .368/.415/.500 in 41 plate appearances. Look for him to be back in Chicago's lineup some time this weekend.
Aug 8 2014Garcia (shoulder) played right field for Triple-A Charlotte on Thursday, the White Sox's official site reports.Garcia spent the first few days of his rehab serving as the Knights' DH, but he finally moved to the field and had to test out his throwing arm Thursday. By all accounts, there were no concerns about his play in the field, and his rehab continues to astound the initial projection. He should be in the White Sox's lineup in less than two weeks.
Aug 6 2014Garcia (shoulder) could return to the White Sox by the end of August, ESPN Chicago reports. When asked about the situation, manager Robin Ventura said, "It's possible. You look at what he's doing right now, where he's at, you don't want any setbacks. But if there are no setbacks, if he's available and ready to play, you'd like to have him."Garcia was hit by a pitch in the upper arm Sunday, but the eventual diagnosis revealed a bruised triceps, which resulted in a single absence. In his return Tuesday at Triple-A Charlotte, he kept up his hitting ways, powering his first extra-base hit, a solo homer, during his rehab assignment. Overall, he's 8-for-15 with one RBI and four runs scored, evidence that his stance hasn't been affected by April shoulder surgery.
Aug 4 2014Garcia (shoulder) had an X-ray performed after he was hit by a pitch in the upper arm during a rehab contest Sunday at Triple-A Charlotte, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.Garcia, who merely emerged with a bruised triceps, should be able to continue his assignment in the next day or two, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports. With just three games under his belt at the affiliate, Garcia will be afforded up to 20 total in order to prove his health. If he continues to hammer out hits -- he's supplied five singles in his first 10 at-bats at Charlotte -- activation from the DL could occur by mid-August.
Aug 3 2014Garcia (shoulder) was hit on the elbow by a pitch Sunday in a rehab game with Triple-A Charlotte, MLB.com's Scott Merkin reports.Garcia played just eight games with the White Sox before tearing the labrum in his left shoulder in early April. He was nearing a return from the disabled list before the most recent incident, but the specifics on the severity of the injury have yet to be released.
Aug 3 2014Garcia (shoulder) was diagnosed with a bruised triceps after leaving Sunday's rehab game with Triple-A Charlotte, MLB.com's Scott Merkin reports.The injury is to the same arm as Garcia's torn labrum, but it doesn't sound like a huge concern. While this may delay his return to the majors, he'll likely just be day-to-day at Triple-A Charlotte.
Aug 2 2014General manager Rick Hahn likened Garcia's (shoulder) rehab assignment at Triple-A Charlotte to spring training, and he will need a "fair amount of at-bats" before returning to Chicago, the Daily Herald reports.Garcia made his first rehab start Friday, and he could very well use his full allotment of 20 rehab games before returning to the White Sox outfield. He served as the Knights' DH in his first game, and he should stick in that role for about a week or so before trying the field.
Aug 1 2014Garcia (shoulder) went 2-for-4 at Triple-A Charlotte on Friday in his first game since he suffered his injury with the White Sox on April 9, Dan Hayes of CSN Chicago reports.Given the duration of his absence, the White Sox will likely give Garcia a few weeks on his rehab assignment before a potential return in mid-August. In eight games prior to the injury, Garcia was 8-for-30 with a pair of homers and four RBI for the White Sox.
Jul 30 2014Garcia (shoulder) will join Triple-A Charlotte on Friday to begin a rehab assignment, Dan Hayes of CSNChicago.com reports.Initially expected to miss the rest of the season after undergoing surgery to repair a torn labrum and an avulsion fracture in his left shoulder back in mid-April, Garcia has been cleared to return to active competition and will serve as the designated hitter for Charlotte on Friday. He will slowly work his way back into the outfield, making a mid-August return to the big club a likely best-case scenario, but the 23-year-old should take on at least a semi-regular role in right field immediately upon activation. In 72 games between Detroit and Chicago last season, Garcia hit .283/.309/.422 with seven homers and 31 RBI.
Jul 26 2014Garcia (shoulder) may be nearing a rehab assignment, Colleen Kane of the Chicago Tribune reports.Garcia endured a torn left labrum in early-April, which at the time, was expected to end the outfielder's season. It sounds as if he rehab has gone better than expected, however, and the team now expects him back in action right around the beginning of September. The progress of his rehab will ultimately confirm the likelihood of this assertion, but there's a chance the 23-year-old could return to fantasy relevance before the end of the year.
Jul 9 2014Garcia (shoulder) said he could return to the White Sox lineup in August if everything goes well, the Chicago Sun-Times' Daryl Van Schouwen reports.The White Sox obviously won't be rushing Garcia back, but it's starting to sound more and more likely that he returns during the 2014 season. His torn labrum is healing more quickly than expected, but even if he were to return this season, the White Sox would likely only play him on a part-time basis, given the depth in the outfield.
Jul 8 2014General manager Rick Hahn said it was "possible" that Garcia (shoulder) plays for the White Sox this season, the Daily Herald reports."Our doctors feel very good 12 weeks post op that physiologically the fracture and the repair have healed," Hahn said. "So now it's just a matter of slowly progressing him back into baseball activities and see what timeline that leads to in terms of a potential return." Garcia was supposed to be out for the season after undergoing surgery for his torn labrum, but he has healed more quickly than expected. In fact, he was slated to take batting practice with the team Monday, but precipitation scrapped those plans. There is still no firm ETA for Garcia, and there remains a real chance he sits out until winter ball.
Jun 28 2014Garcia (shoulder) has been fielding balls in the outfield, throwing at full strength, and he has begun to swing a bat, CSN Chicago reports.Garcia has been travelling with the team to maintain the connection to the rest of the roster, but his status for the rest of the season remains very much doubtful. The White Sox have no real reason to rush him back onto the field from his labrum surgery, but manager Robin Ventura said there is a chance he returns at some point this year provided he is at "100 percent." A more reasonable alternative may be playing in a winter league.
Jun 14 2014Garcia (shoulder) played catch Thursday on Friday, but manager Robin Ventura reiterated that he remains out for the season, the White Sox's official site reports.Garcia broke his laburm a week into a season in which the White Sox were expected to be one of the worst teams in the American League. Instead, their offense (and Chris Sale) has kept them afloat in a parity-filled AL Central, so there may have been some thought that Garcia could return for a late-season push. Ventura seems to be on top of those rumblings, and it seems like the odds would be stacked against any August/September return.
Jun 12 2014Garcia (shoulder) did baseball-related activities on the field Thursday, MLB.com reports.Prior to Thursday, Garcia had been relegated to performing drills and exercises inside, so it seems to be a step in the right direction. Still, Garcia has been ruled out for the entire 2014 campaign, so he'll aim to return strongly next season.
Apr 27 2014Garcia (shoulder) was transferred to the 60-day DL on Sunday.The move is just a formality to open up a roster spot for Sunday starter Scott Carroll. Garcia has been ruled out for the season with a torn labrum.
Apr 15 2014Garcia had successful surgery performed Tuesday on the torn labrum and avulsion fracture in his left shoulder, Doug Padilla of ESPN Chicago reports.Garcia will now embark upon six months of rehabilitation, and his injury isn't expected to hold him back at the beginning of spring training prior to next season. While he'll miss the remainder of the current campaign, both Alejandro De Aza and Dayan Viciedo will now have the opportunity to start most days of the week.
Apr 14 2014Garcia will undergo surgery Tuesday to repair his torn labrum, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.The injury has cost Garcia the 2014 season, but at least he will now be able to begin his rehab sooner rather than later.
Apr 10 2014Garcia suffered a torn labrum in his left shoulder Wednesday and will undergo season-ending surgery.There was some hope Garcia had avoided a serious injury after preliminary X-rays came back negative, but further examinations revealed a worst-case scenario for the young outfielder. The White Sox were counting on Garcia to hold down the right field job all season and tap into his considerable potential, but his development will now be pushed back even further. In light of the injury, look for Dayan Viciedo and Alejandro De Aza to ascend to full-time roles at the corner outfield spots.
Apr 9 2014Garcia left Wednesday's game with a jammed left shoulder.Preliminary X-rays were negative for any fracture, separation or dislocation, but the team will have him re-evaluated Thursday. Garcia hurt his shoulder on a diving attempt in right field Wednesday. While the initial updates are encouraging, a DL stint likely can't be ruled out until more information becomes available.
Apr 9 2014Garcia left Wednesday's game with an apparent left arm or shoulder injury, Dan Hayes of CSNChicago.com reports.Arcia made a diving attempt at a ball in right field and appeared to hurt his left arm. He was clearly in pain as he walked off the field, but the team has yet to elaborate on the severity of the injury. If this is anything significant, Dayan Viciedo will likely be thrust into an everyday role.
Apr 8 2014Garcia was one of two White Sox to homer twice in Tuesday's 15-3 thrashing of the Rockies at Coors Field. He collected three RBI and two runs and finished 4-for-5.The young Venezuelan isn't known for the long ball, as just seven of his 88 career hits left the yard prior to Tuesday. Time will tell if Garcia's power surge in the thin Denver air is an anomaly or a sign of things to come. He's currently batting sixth in Chicago's batting order, but would inevitably move up if he continues to produce. Keep an eye on him.
Apr 6 2014Garcia left Sunday's game against the Royals after he appeared to injure himself making a diving catch, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Garcia made an impressive diving catch to rob the Royals' Alex Gordon of extra bases, but unfortunately injured himself when his head hit the ground. After spending a moment on the grass, Garcia was able to get up and jog off the field under his own power. He appears to be OK, but will continue to be evaluated by the team's medical staff.
Apr 2 2014Garcia went 1-for-5 with a run scored in Wednesday's win over the Twins.Marcus Semien has handled the No. 2 spot in each of the first two games, leaving Garcia to handle the No. 5 spot behind Jose Abreu and Adam Dunn. The White Sox could have fluidity behind leadoff man Adam Eaton this season, so it's entirely possible that Garcia will end up higher up in the order at some point this summer.
Feb 26 2014White Sox manager Robin Ventura isn't ruling out the possibility of batting Garcia second in the lineup, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.At 6-4, 240 pounds, Garcia doesn't have the prototypical build of a No. 2 hitter, but Ventura likes the 22-year-old's approach at the plate and left open the possibility Garcia could bat second during the regular season. Garcia, who posted a .327 OBP in 42 games after coming over to Chicago last season, batted third in Tuesday's intrasquad game and launched a home run.
Feb 23 2014Garcia returned to workouts Saturday after he had an ingrown toe nail removed Friday, the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Manager Robin Ventura had suggested Garcia might get a few days off because of the toe, but Garcia pushed himself back into light action Saturday. The injury should not derail his chances of being ready for the Cactus League opener, and he should receive a full complement of at-bats this spring as he prepares to take over a spot in the middle of the White Sox's lineup.
Feb 21 2014Garcia did not work out Friday due to an ingrown toe nail, Dan Hayes of CSNChicago.com reports.Manager Robin Ventura downplayed Garcia's injury, saying it's just a minor issue. The White Sox commence Cactus League action next Friday, and while it wouldn't be all that surprising to see Garcia miss the first game or two, there's been nothing to suggest he won't be ready to open the regular season as the club's starting right fielder.
Sep 23 2013Garcia went 1-for-4 with a home run Monday night against the Blue Jays.Garcia has been locked in at the plate of late, going 8-for-19 with six RBI and two home runs over his last four games. Since being acquired from the Tigers at the trade deadline, Garcia has hit .317 with four home runs and 19 RBI.
Sep 20 2013Garcia was 2-for-4 with a triple, a home run, and three RBI in the White Sox loss to Detroit on Friday night.He had been away from the team to attend the birth of his child since last Saturday, and celebrated his return to the lineup with a big night at the dish, smacking his fifth home run while raising his average to .280, but unfortunately his teammates didn't provide much else to celebrate as the Sox lost for the 93rd time this season.
Sep 20 2013Garcia (personal) is back in the lineup Friday against the Tigers.Garcia was away from the team for the birth of his child this week and is now back and ready to play. He will take the start in right field Friday for the White Sox. He has struggled at the plate in September, hitting .195 in 11 games, but has not played since Saturday, so the time away may have been a nice refresh.
Sep 18 2013Garcia (personal) is not in the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Twins, according to CSN's Dan Hayes.Garcia was expected to rejoin the White Sox on Wednesday after taking a brief paternity respite, but it's possible the White Sox gave him another day with a team off day coming up Thursday. Jordan Danks will start in right field Wednesday, but expect Garcia to be in the starting lineup when the White Sox return to action Friday.
Sep 17 2013Garcia's wife gave birth to a daughter Monday, and he should return to the White Sox on Tuesday, ESPN Chicago reports.Mazel Tov to the Garcia's on the newest addition to their family. Garcia should be in his usual outfield spot for the rest of the way out.
Sep 17 2013Garcia (personal) is expected to rejoin the team Wednesday, Daryl Van Schouwen of the Chicago Sun-Times reports.Garcia was originally expected back Tuesday, but he took an extra day to be with his newly-expanded family. The White Sox play an early afternoon game Wednesday, though it seems Garcia has a pretty good chance to be available for that contest.
Sep 16 2013Garcia (personal) remains away from the White Sox's lineup Monday against the Twins.Garcia left the team Sunday in order to be at his pregnant wife's side, and it appears that he'll miss at least one more game due to the impending birth. He'll make way once again for Jordan Danks to handle right field and bat seventh in the order.
Sep 15 2013Garcia has been scratched from Sunday's lineup to be with his pregnant wife, MLB.com's Scott Merkin reports.Leury Garcia will get the start in center field if the game isn't rained out. Garcia could end up missing Monday's game, as well.
Sep 10 2013Garcia (mouth) is in the lineup Tuesday against the Tigers, Dan Hayes of CSNChicago.com reports.Garcia just had two teeth removed Monday, but he'll give it a go Tuesday against right-hander Rick Porcello. The 22-year-old Garcia enjoyed tremendous success in his first month with Detroit (.354 average), but he's struggled mightily in September (.190 average), likely as a result of the tooth ailment.
Sep 9 2013Garcia may return to the White Sox's lineup Tuesday versus the Tigers, after the removal of two teeth Monday, CSN Chicago reports.Counting Monday, Garcia will be sidelined for the third time in four outings, with just two hits on the ledger in his previous 14 at-bats. Because he was strafing at the plate before the recent skid, perhaps he'll get back on track now that the ailment is presumably behind him.
Sep 9 2013Garcia is out of the White Sox's lineup Monday against the Tigers due to a dental concern.Garcia may be held to the bench for a few days, which allows Jordan Danks to cover right field and bat ninth in the order. The 23-year-old outfielder's batting line of .320/.358/.440 in 100 at-bats his certainly been a welcome addition to an occasionally drab White Sox offense.
Sep 8 2013Garcia is not in the lineup Sunday against the Orioles.Garcia has been a regular since joining the White Sox and owns a .320/.358/.440 slash line with his new team. He'll take a seat Sunday as Jordan Danks gets the start in right field.
Sep 8 2013Garcia has a dental issue and could be out for a few days, the Chicago Sun-Times' Daryl Van Schouwen reports.Garcia is out of Sunday's lineup, with Jordan Danks filling in as the starting right fielder. Garcia has been a regular in the starting lineup and owns a .320 batting average since joining the White Sox.
Sep 6 2013Garcia is not in the lineup Friday against the Orioles.Garcia will be out of the lineup Friday for the first time since arriving in Chicago on Aug. 9, so it seems to be just a routine day off. The 22-year-old batted an impressive .354 in August, but he's slowed down so far in September, with just four hits in 17 at-bats (.235 average).
Aug 30 2013Garcia was 2-for-4 with two runs scored and a solo home run in a losing effort against Boston on Friday night.He's been on fire lately, going 9-for-17 (.529) over his last four games, and has now homered in back-to-back contests giving him four long balls and 20 RBI to go with a .297 average on the season.
Aug 29 2013Garcia went 3-for-4 with a home run, three RBI and a run scored against the Astros on Wednesday and is now 7-for-13 (.538) over his last three games since leaving Sunday's game after crashing into the outfield wall.Garcia had hit in 11-straight games before exiting early Sunday after one hitless at-bat, but has picked things right back up from where he left off. He's now batting .352 with the one home run, seven RBI and nine runs scored here in August, but don't be afraid to make a change should he start to go cold soon. Given his free-swinging nature, his 23.9 percent strikeout rate and the inflated .440 BABIP in August, he's due for some serious regression over the next month.
Aug 26 2013Garcia does not have a concussion following a collision with the outfield wall during Sunday's win against the Rangers, MLB.com reports.While the development is encouraging, Garcia may still have a concern with his right shoulder, which took some of brunt of the hit as well. If he misses any time at all as a result, expect Jordan Danks to cover center field in his stead.
Aug 26 2013Garcia (shoulder) is in fact in the White Sox's lineup Monday against the Astros.Garcia seemed a bit dazed after his head and right shoulder collided with the outfield wall Sunday, but concussion tests performed on the outfielder ultimately came back negative. The early departure brought to a close an 11-game hitting streak in which he hit .400 (16-for-40) with five RBI and seven runs scored.
Aug 25 2013Garcia was removed from Sunday's game against the Rangers after colliding with the outfield wall, ESPN Chicago reports.Garcia appeared to bang into the wall with his head and right shoulder and appeared groggy before exiting the game. The White Sox figure to examine him to see if he sustained any concussion-like symptoms while also checking out his shoulder for any bruising.
Aug 13 2013Garcia went 2-for-4 with two runs and two RBI Tuesday against the TigersHe wasn't just productive, he was timely, scoring the winning run in the 11th inning after walking to start the rally against the team that traded him. This was his night at the plate since being traded by the Tigers, and he projects as a guy who could provide a few home runs and a few steals the rest of the way with fairly regular playing time.
Aug 10 2013Garcia did not start Game 2 of Friday's doubleheader, but he entered the game in the seventh inning as a replacement for Blake Tekotte.He received two plate appearances in the 10-inning game, striking out and getting hit by a pitch. Garcia should be in the starting lineup Saturday, Sunday, and the vast majority of games down the stretch.
Aug 9 2013Garcia is not expected to reach Chicago in time for Game 2 of the White Sox's doubleheader against the Twins and is thus unlikely to be in the lineup, ESPN Chicago reports.While his first appearance as a member of the White Sox will be delayed, Garcia seems poised to see plenty of reps in right field following the departure of Alex Rios via trade to the Rangers. In eight games at Triple-A Charlotte following his own move before the trade deadline, Garcia is slashing a spectacular .370/.469/.556 with one homer, nine RBI, and six runs in 27 at-bats.
Aug 9 2013General manager Rick Hahn said Garcia is on his way to Chicago and should be in the lineup for Game 2 of Friday's doubleheader, Paul Sullivan of the Chicago Tribune reports.The White Sox traded Alex Rios to the Rangers just before the doubleheader started, and Garcia should be in the clubhouse before the evening's 7:10 p.m. start. Garcia posted a 1.024 OPS in 27 at-bats for Triple-A Charlotte since coming over from Detroit at the deadline, and he had a .948 in 147 at-bats with Triple-A Toledo earlier this season. He should immediately slot into either right or center field, and he should be in the lineup on an everyday basis.
Aug 5 2013Garcia could join the White Sox as soon as this week, the Chicago Sun-Times reports."Once we get home and everyone gets together and starts discussing what's going to happen from here on out, you never know what's going to happen," manager Robin Ventura said after Sunday's game. The White Sox would likely not recall Garcia if they could not guarantee him at-bats, but it would be possible for him to receive roughly five starts a week in the outfield if Dayan Viciedo moves to first base on occasion and Alex Rios and Alejandro De Aza receive regular rest.
Aug 2 2013Garcia could join the White Sox within the next few weeks, the Daily Herald reports."He's not going to be harmed by a little bit more time in [Triple-A] Charlotte as we get to know him and his capabilities as a player firsthand," general manager Rick Hahn said. The White Sox would also face a surplus of outfielders if they called up Garcia right away, and they will likely try to deal Alejandro De Aza and/or Alex Rios by means of a waiver trade in the coming weeks. If Hahn can not pull off a deal, then Garcia would likely eat into De Aza's and Dayan Viciedo's playing time.
Jul 30 2013Garcia will begin his career with the White Sox at Triple-A Charlotte, Mark Gonzales of the Chicago Tribune reports.The White Sox's outfield is currently full, but that could change in the near future if either Alex Rios or Alejandro De Aza depart via trade either Wednesday, or by means of a waiver trade later in August. At the very least, Garcia should be a part of the outfield as a September call-up.
Jul 30 2013Garcia was traded to the White Sox in a three-team deal Tuesday that also sent Jake Peavy to the Red Sox and Jose Iglesias to the Tigers, CBSSports.com reports.Garcia hit just .214/.237/.373 with the Tigers in 30 games, but is hitting .382/.414/.549 with five home runs in 32 games at Triple-A. He's been a top prospect for the Tigers but hasn't been able to stick in the majors. He should get a chance at an everyday job with the White Sox.
Jul 4 2013Garcia is just 1-for-15 from the plate since his promotion on June 21.Tigers manager Jim Leyland attributed Garcia's struggles to his limited playing time. Detroit prefers to have Garcia log everyday at-bats, but the team can only offer him the occasional spot starts against left-handed pitchers at this time. Look for Garcia to get sent back down to Triple-A Toledo once Mark Tuiasosopo (intercostal strain) returns from the DL.
Jun 21 2013Garcia was recalled by the Tigers on Friday.Just two days after being demoted to Triple-A Toledo, Garcia was brought back to provide depth in the outfield with Matt Tuiasosopo (intercostal strain) landing on the DL.
Jun 19 2013Garcia was sent back to Triple-A Toledo on Wednesday, MLB.com reports.Garcia has been with the Tigers since his call-up Monday, going hitless in two at-bats during his brief stay. He'll now return to Toledo, where he's batting .467/.489/.578 with one homer in 45 at-bats this season.
Jun 17 2013Garcia was called up from Triple-A Toledo on Monday, MLive reports.The Tigers' outfield is mostly healthy at the moment, so Garcia will supply nothing more the depth in left and center field. In 66 MLB at-bats this season, he slashed .288/.324/.455 with two homers, 10 RBI, and 10 runs scored.
Jun 14 2013Garcia will be optioned to Triple-A Toledo on Friday, Chris Iott of MLive.com reports.Garcia has played well for the Tigers over the last month, posting a .288 batting average and .778 OPS in 24 games, but he will head back to the minors to get everyday at-bats with Austin Jackson (hamstring) rejoining the big club Friday night. Consider Garcia the primary option should the Tigers need to add an outfielder again down the road.
Jun 14 2013Garcia was optioned to Triple-A Toledo on Friday, MLive.com reports.Garcia did an excellent job filling in for Austin Jackson (hamstring), but the Tigers want him to continue his development with consistent playing time in the minor leagues. He figures to be back with the big league club at some point this season.
Jun 12 2013Garcia is hitting leadoff in Wednesday's game against the Royals, the Detroit News reports.Garcia is hitting .295 on the season, but his time in the majors may be coming to an end. Austin Jackson (hamstring) started a rehab assignment with Triple-A Toledo on Monday and could return as soon as Friday. When Jackson returns, the consensus is that Garcia will go back down to Triple-A to get everyday at-bats.
Jun 6 2013Garcia is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Rays.Garcia started the last six games for the Tigers and went 7-for-21 over that span, but manager Jim Leyland will give him a day off Thursday with the Tigers playing an early afternoon affair. Don Kelly will get the nod in center field in Garcia's place.
Jun 1 2013Garcia went 2-for-4 with a home run and two RBI in Friday's loss to Baltimore.Garcia made his second consecutive start and will likely start Saturday's game as well with Torii Hunter away from the team for personal reasons. Hunter is set to return Sunday and Austin Jackson's pending return from a hamstring injury will likely push Garcia back to the minors, but the 21-year-old outfielder has shown flashes of potential during his promotion and should be featured in a more regular role for the Tigers in 2014.
May 30 2013With Torii Hunter ailing from an elbow injury and already set to miss games on Friday and Saturday for personal reasons, Garcia could see extra playing time over the next few days.Garcia served as Hunter's replacement Wednesday night after the veteran outfielder took a fastball to his elbow in the seventh inning. Hunter was already scheduled to miss Friday and Saturday's contests to attend the graduation ceremony of his child and now there's a good chance he'll sit Thursday, too. Garcia is hitting just .231 since his promotion, but he has shown the ability to pick up clutch hits with one homer and six RBI in 26 at-bats. Deep leagues looking for a plug-and-play filler for the next few days should consider Garcia a decent option.
May 28 2013Garcia is expected to be sent back down to Triple-A Toledo when Austin Jackson (hamstring) returns from the 15-day DL, Mlive.com reports.Garcia has been performed well since his promotion, hitting .261 with one homer and six RBI in 23 at-bats. Despite the success, Detroit prefers to give Garcia everyday at-bats in the minors rather than have him play a fourth or fifth outfield role with limited at-bats. There's a future for Garcia in Detroit, but he'll need injuries to hit the Tigers current outfield to open up a full-time role for this season.
May 26 2013Garcia had a pinch-hit, bases loaded triple to break open Sunday's win over the Twins.Garcia has essentially been limited to at-bats against lefties while Austin Jackson has been out, and will most likely get sent back down once Jackson returns. After the game, manager Jim Leyland spoke of his need to get regular at-bats, which won't happen in Detroit, at least this season.
May 18 2013Garcia is starting in center field and batting ninth Saturday, Mlive.com's James Schmehl reports.Garcia is poised to see significant playing time while Austin Jackson (hamstring) remains on the disabled list. Jackson isn't expected to be out for more than a few weeks, but it's still a nice opportunity for one of Detroit's better prospects.
May 15 2013Garcia will start in center field Wednesday against the Astros, Mlive.com reports.With lefty Dallas Keuchel taking the mound for the Astros, Garcia will get the nod over Don Kelly, who had started the previous three games in center field. Garcia is expected to start games against southpaws and the occasional righty while Austin Jackson (hamstring) is on the shelf.
May 15 2013Garcia recorded his first hit of the season Wednesday, cracking his first career home run.Garcia has the opportunity for major playing time in the near future with Austin Jackson on the disabled list. After hitting .319 in 47 at bats with the Tigers in 2012, Garcia has a chance to make an impact with Detroit this season.
May 14 2013Tigers manager Jim Leyland plans to play Garcia in center field against left-handed pitching and "sometimes" against righties while Austin Jackson (hamstring) is out, the Detroit News reports.The Tigers will be using a platoon of Don Kelly and Garcia in center field while Jackson is sidelined. Kelly appears to hold the early edge in playing time against righties, but Garcia has more upside and could earn extra playing time against right-handed pitching if he swings the bat well. Garcia is worth a speculative add in AL-only leagues and other deep formats right now, but he could get a ticket back to the minors as soon as Jackson returns.
May 14 2013Tigers manager Jim Leyland plans to play Garcia in center field primarily against left-handed pitching, but the 21-year-old will also see the occasional start against right-handed pitching while Austin Jackson (hamstring) is out, the Detroit News reports.The Tigers will be using a platoon of Don Kelly and Garcia in center field while Jackson is sidelined. Kelly appears to hold the early edge in playing time, but Garcia has more upside and could earn extra playing time against right-handed pitching if he swings the bat well. Garcia is worth a speculative add in AL-only leagues right now, but he could get a ticket back to the minors as soon as Jackson returns.
May 13 2013The Tigers recalled Garcia from Triple-A Toledo on Monday, MLB.com's Jason Beck reports.Garcia will take the roster spot of Austin Jackson, who landed on the disabled list with an injured hamstring. Garcia won't jump right into an everyday role, but he hit .432 in eight games with Toledo since returning from a foot injury, so he won't just sit the bench either. Expect Garcia, Andy Dirks, and Don Kelly to rotate between left and center field in Jackson's absence.
May 13 2013Garcia has been on fire at the plate since returning to Triple-A Toledo, hitting .432/.447/.541 in 37 at-bats.Garcia sat out for an extended stretch at the start of the season with a heel injury, and he missed a couple of games with a minor finger injury last week, but he's back in action now and showing no rust with the Mud Hens. The 21-year-old prospect will likely be Detroit's first option if the team needs help in the outfield this season.
May 5 2013Garcia has sat out the last two games at Triple-A Toledo after injuring his finger Friday night, the Toledo Blade reports.Garcia bent his finger upon colliding with a teammate in the outfield Friday and has been scratched as a precautionary measure. It doesn't appear he suffered any sort of injury that will keep him out for extended time.
May 1 2013The Tigers have activated Garcia from the 15-day DL and have optioned him to Triple-A Toledo, the Detroit Free Press reports.Garcia began the season on the disabled list due to a right heel contusion. In his stint at Class A Lakeland, he batted .417 with nine runs, a home run, and four RBIs in six games.
Apr 30 2013Garcia (heel) has hit safely in four of five games since joining High-A Lakeland for a rehab assignment.Garcia is hitting .350 with a triple, two stolen bases and six runs in his first five rehab games. He'll likely join Triple-A Toledo soon and will be an option for the Tigers later this season if the team needs help in the outfield.
Apr 25 2013Garcia (heel) will begin a rehab assignment Thursday, James Schmehl of MLive.com reports.Garcia saw some extended spring training action over the weekend, but he will kick off his official assignment in a game with High-A Lakeland on Thursday. Garcia hit .319 in 23 games with the Tigers last season, but it remains to be seen if he will come up and fill a part-time role, or head to Triple-A to see everyday at-bats.
Apr 21 2013Garcia (heel) played in an extended spring training game Saturday, MLive.com reports.It marked Garcia's first game action since spring training, when he suffered a right heel contusion in a Grapefruit League game, dashing his hopes of winning an Opening Day roster spot. He is likely to head to High-A Lakeland or Triple-A Toledo to begin a rehab assignment in the near future.
Apr 20 2013Garcia remains sidelined with the bruised heel he suffered during spring training, the Detroit News reports.The injury effectively ended Garcia's bid at making the Tigers' Opening Day roster, and he'll need to return and prove his health with Triple-A Toledo before being considered for a promotion. With Andy Dirks struggling at the plate, Detroit could turn over left field to Garcia, Nick Castellanos or Quintin Berry later this summer.
Mar 26 2013Garcia (heel) has been placed on the DL, retro to March 22.Garcia is currently dealing with a heel contusion, and the recent move to the DL makes him a long shot to make the Opening Day roster.
Mar 24 2013Tigers manager Jim Leyland admitted that Garcia's heel injury has "put a damper" on his odds of making the Opening Day roster, Mlive.com reports.The Tigers want Garcia to log everyday at-bats, and since they don't have a full-time role available for him at the major league level he was always considered a long shot to break camp with the club. Garcia will likely start the season with Triple-A Toledo and be one of the Tigers top options if a position player is needed during the season.
Mar 22 2013Garcia (heel) hopes to be available Saturday, the Detroit Free Press reports.Garcia has been sidelined since last weekend with a bruised heel. The 21-year-old outfielder will need to get healthy quick and make an impression on the field if he hopes to nab one of the final roster spots.
Mar 21 2013Garcia (heel) is no longer using crutches but remains without a timetable for a return, MLive.com reports.Garcia still experiences pain in his back heel when he runs and continues to take things one day at a time in his recovery. At this point, he seems to be a long shot to make the Opening Day roster despite the team's recent release of Brennan Boesch.
Mar 17 2013Garcia (heel) was wearing a walking boot and walking around in crutches Sunday morning, MLive.com reports.Garcia suffered a right heel contusion after pounding his foot into first base during Saturday's spring training game and should be considered out indefinitely at this time. The 21-year-old had a small chance of making the team out of spring training, but those hopes might be effectively quashed with the heel injury.
Mar 16 2013Garcia was forced from Saturday's spring game after suffering a bruised heel, MLive.com reports.Garcia will be evaluated Sunday, but the injury does not appear serious. Consider him day-to-day.
Jan 31 2013Tigers manager Jim Leyland said Garcia wouldn't be the team's everyday left fielder in 2013, the Detroit News reports.A strong spring training could change the skipper's mind, but Leyland currently believes Garcia is better served with a full-time role in the minors over a platoon gig with the Tigers. Andy Dirks seems have one side of the left-field platoon locked down, with Garcia, Nick Castellanos, Brennan Boesch and Quintin Berry in the running for the remaining share of at-bats. As the only two right-handed hitters of the group, Garcia and Castellanos seem like the most natural fits, but Detroit continues to remain hesitant to plug young prospects into part-time roles when heavy at-bats in the minors could add their development more.
Jan 28 2013Garcia will battle for an Opening Day roster spot in spring training, the Detroit Free Press reports.Garcia made a good first impression with the Tigers last season, hitting .319/.373/.319 in 47 at-bats. He faced primarily left-handed pitching and would likely be deployed in similar platoon role if he makes the Tigers roster to start the season. Quintin Berry, Brennan Boesch and Nick Castellanos are also battling for backup outfielder spots, so it's no given that Garcia will open the season in Detroit. Redraft leagues will want to monitor Garcia's status closely during spring training before deciding whether or not he'll have a big enough role to warrant a roster spot in deep leagues.
Oct 7 2012Garcia will start in right field and hit eighth in Game 2 of the ALDS on Sunday, Mlive.com reports.The Tigers plan to use Garcia against left-handed pitching throughout the playoffs. The 21-year-old outfielder hit .333/.412/.333 in 30 at-bats against southpaws in the regular season.
Sep 19 2012Garcia is starting in right field Thursday, the Tigers' official Twitter reports.Manager Jim Leyland suggested that Garcia would see the bulk of the starts against left-handers going forward, and his placement in the lineup seems to confirm as much. Expect Garcia to be back in the lineup Thursday with Tommy Milone pitching, which would keep Brennan Boesch on the bench for consecutive games.
Sep 18 2012Garcia will likely start versus opposing left-handers for the rest of the season, Mlive.com reports.While manager Jim Leyland would like to remain flexible with his lineup, it appears as if Garcia will start both Wednesday and Thursday when the A's send lefties Brett Anderson and Tommy Milone to the mound. Garcia is batting just 3-for-12 (.250) versus southpaws in his brief September stint, but fellow outfielders Brennan Boesch (.230) and Andy Dirks (.250) also haven't fared incredibly well against them this season.
Sep 13 2012Garcia is in the starting lineup Thursday against the White Sox, mlive.com reports.Garcia will start in left field for the first time in his young career and bat seventh in the order. Delmon Young will move to DH and bat fifth.
Sep 10 2012Garcia made the fourth start of his career Monday, going 1-for-3 before being pinch-hit for by Andy Dirks.Since being called up August 31, Garcia has received just 14 at bats, but has collected four hits, a run scored, and an RBI in that time. He has to contend with Dirks, Delmon Young, Ryan Rayburn, and Quintin Berry for playing time in the outfield over the final month of the season.
Sep 5 2012Tigers manager Jim Leyland confirmed that he plans to play Garcia against left-handed pitching, the Detroit Free Press reports.Garcia has appeared in four games since his promotion - two as a starter and two as a late-game substitute. He's hitting .429 with three singles in seven at-bats. Playing against left-handed pitchers will only give Garcia an opportunity to start a couple of times per week, but if your league is deep enough for players of that ilk, he's worth a look.
Sep 2 2012Garcia made his first major league start Saturday. He went 1-for-3 with an RBI in a win over the White Sox.Garcia started in right field and hit ninth. He could continue to see regular at-bats against left-handed pitching, but most of Garcia's action will likely be seen as a defensive replacement.
Sep 1 2012Garcia made his major league debut Friday against the White Sox, entering the game as a defensive replacement in the eighth inning. He did not receive an at-bat.Garcia was a surprise callup by the Tigers on Friday. He's considered a five-tool prospect, but he's also still very raw. There's some power/speed potential here down the line, but the 21-year-old outfielder still has plenty of developing to do. He'll be used primarily as a defensive replacement in September.
Aug 31 2012Updating a previous report, Garcia will actually join the Tigers on Friday rather than Saturday, mlb.com's Jason Beck reports.This doesn't change Garcia's fantasy outlook, but he will be available Friday night if the Tigers need him. It also means that he can be part of the postseason roster without replacing a player on the disabled list.
Aug 31 2012Garcia is on his way to Detroit and will be a September call-up, mlb.com's Jason Beck reports.This comes as a bit of a surprise since Garcia has never played at the Triple-A level and only has 226 Double-A plate appearances. The Tigers are pretty set in the outfield with Austin Jackson, Delmon Young, Andy Dirks, Quintin Berry, and Brennan Boesch so don't expect Garcia to see much playing time.
Mar 14 2012Garcia's contract was optioned to Double-A Erie on Monday, the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Garcia is a "toolsy" prospect that the Tigers are high on, but he hasn't played above High-A ball yet. A solid showing at Double-A Erie will give the 20-year-old outfielder's prospect status a nice shot in the arm. He hit .264/.297/.389 with 11 homers and 14 steals in 488 at-bats with High-A Lakeland in 2011.