Rico Garcia

Rico Garcia pitched a scoreless ninth inning, allowing two walks, while striking out two to earn the save in the Orioles win over the White Sox Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Garcia struggled with command early in the inning, but he was able to right the ship and get out of trouble to secure the series sweep for the Orioles. The Orioles had to work around Ryan Helsley unavailable after pitching the last two days and Garcia was able to get the job done. The veteran has established himself as an excellent option in the later innings for the Orioles.

The Orioles agreed to terms with RHP Rico Garcia on a one-year contract.

Fantasy Impact

Garcia appeared in games with the Mets, Yankees and Orioles this past season. He will add pitching depth for Baltimore.

The Orioles activated Rico Garcia.

Fantasy Impact

Garcia will hold a middle relief role for Baltimore. Elvin Rodriguez was optioned as the corresponding move.

The Baltimore Orioles claimed Rico Garcia off waivers from the New York Mets on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

After being designated for assignment by the Mets on August 3, Garcia has quickly found a new organization with the Orioles. He has split time between the Mets and New York Yankees this season, posting a 3.52 ERA and 0.91 WHIP across 15.1 innings.

The Mets have designated right-hander Rico Garcia for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Garcia has had a couple of stints with the Mets this season and also made one appearance for the Yankees. The righty has posted a tidy 0.77 ERA in seven appearances with the Mets but is jettisoned off the 40-man roster once again.