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The Mets designated right-hander Luis Garcia for assignment and recalled Joey Gerber to the active roster to stabilize the bullpen after a rough start to the season; Garcia’s DFA leaves open the possibility of waivers and free agency, with the Mets still responsible for the rest of his $1.75M contract unless he’s outrighted and elects free agency.
The Houston Astros placed pitcher Luis Garcia on the 15-day injured list due to right elbow discomfort, raising concerns about the severity of his injury after a recent return from Tommy John surgery and a noticeable velocity drop in his recent start. This injury adds to the team's growing list of players on the IL, complicating their playoff push as they hold a narrow division lead. The situation remains uncertain, with potential implications for Garcia's season and future.
The Los Angeles Angels acquired veteran relievers Luis Garcia and Andrew Chafin from the Washington Nationals to strengthen their bullpen as they aim to end their postseason drought, trading minor leaguers Jake Eder and Sam Brown in the process.
The Angels acquired pitchers Andrew Chafin and Luis García from the Nationals in a trade, sending Jake Eder and Sam Brown to Washington, as part of their efforts to bolster their bullpen and improve playoff chances, though their prospects remain slim.
The San Diego Padres' relief pitcher Josh Hader demonstrated his readiness and focus during a game against the Philadelphia Phillies, as he quickly prepared to pitch when the game unexpectedly became more competitive. Meanwhile, Manny Machado continued his impressive hitting streak after the All-Star break, showcasing his mental strength and determination. The Padres now face the challenge of determining when to trust pitcher Luis García, who has struggled in recent appearances. Additionally, outfielder Juan Soto made a significant contribution to the Phillies' offense, hitting a two-run homer. Lastly, Xander Bogaerts returned from a wrist injury and showed promise at the plate, while the Padres wore their brown tops at the request of Machado.
The Washington Nationals avoided a sweep against the Los Angeles Dodgers with a 10-6 victory, powered by multiple home runs. Luis García hit a three-run homer in the eighth inning, while Keibert Ruiz added a two-run shot in the ninth. The Nationals' young core of García, Ruiz, and CJ Abrams all homered in the game, marking a small milestone in the team's rebuild. Despite some defensive miscues and a rocky fifth inning for starting pitcher Patrick Corbin, the Nationals used their power hitting to overcome the Dodgers' early lead and secure the win.
Luis García tied a Washington Nationals club record with six hits in a game against the Kansas City Royals, becoming the first player in team history to hit two doubles in the same inning. García's contributions came in all shapes and sizes on a career night, including five opposite-field hits. He has made considerable strides in improving his plate approach this season, and his underlying statistics suggest more production will come if he continues in his current direction.
Luis García went 6-for-6 at the plate with four singles and two doubles, becoming the first player in Nationals history to record two doubles in one inning. García's big night helped the Nationals secure a 12-10 victory over the Royals, with the team exploding for eight runs in the sixth inning. García's feat made him the first big leaguer to achieve six hits in a game this season and the third in Nationals/Expos history.
Houston Astros' starting pitcher Luis Garcia will miss the remainder of the 2023 season due to Tommy John surgery, leaving the team with a gap in their rotation. With Lance McCullers Jr. and José Urquidy also out with injuries, the Astros are relying on young and unproven arms to fill the void. Hunter Brown, Brandon Bielak, and J.P. France are currently in the rotation, with Forrest Whitley potentially being the next man up. The Astros may need to look for external solutions if their in-house options fail.
Houston Astros' starting pitcher Luis Garcia will miss the rest of the season due to Tommy John surgery on his right elbow. Garcia was placed on the injured list earlier this week after leaving Monday's start against the San Francisco Giants with elbow discomfort. The Astros expect him to return at some point during the 2024 season. This is another major blow to the Astros' starting rotation, as fellow right-hander Jose Urquidy was also placed on the injured list with inflammation in his pitching shoulder.
Houston Astros' starting pitcher Luis Garcia will miss the rest of the season due to Tommy John surgery on his right elbow. Garcia was placed on the 15-day injured list earlier this week after leaving Monday's start against the San Francisco Giants with elbow discomfort. The Astros expect him to return at some point during the 2024 season. This is another major blow to the Astros' starting rotation, which is already dealing with injuries to other key players.
Houston Astros starting pitcher Luis Garcia will miss the rest of the 2023 season to undergo Tommy John surgery after throwing just eight pitches in his last start due to right elbow discomfort. Astros GM expects Garcia to return in 2024. This is not the first time Astros pitchers have undergone the surgery, with Lance McCullers Jr. and Justin Verlander also having had the procedure. The team has called up JP France from Triple-A Sugar Land to make his Major League debut.
Houston Astros right-hander Luis Garcia will undergo Tommy John surgery and miss the rest of the regular season due to pain in his right elbow. The team will activate J.P. France, who will make his Major League debut on Saturday. Garcia's absence is a significant blow to the Astros' already thin rotation, with José Urquidy on the injured list and Lance McCullers Jr. working his way back from a forearm injury. The team may need to acquire starting pitchers before the Trade Deadline to address their lack of depth.
Houston Astros pitcher Luis Garcia will undergo Tommy John surgery, ending his 2023 season and likely making him unavailable for the start of 2024. Garcia has been one of the Astros' most dependable pitchers the past few years, and his loss adds to the team's pitching depth concerns, as they are already without Justin Verlander and have two other rotation members on the injured list. The Astros currently sit at third in the AL West with a 16-15 record.
The Houston Astros have placed right-handed pitcher Luis Garcia on the 15-day injured list due to elbow discomfort, with lefty Matt Gage called up from Triple-A in his place. Fellow right-hander Jose Urquidy will be shut down from throwing for 10 days due to inflammation near his shoulder and armpit, but he doesn't believe the injury to be serious. Second baseman Jose Altuve is fielding grounders but won't have a clear timetable for his return until he's able to swing a bat. Catcher Yainer Diaz has impressed in limited playing time and is earning a role on the team, with Astros GM Dana Brown calling him a "bright light" and a potential long-term piece behind the plate.