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Rico Garcia struck out two batters in a scoreless appearance to earn the save in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Red Sox.
Fantasy Impact
After Tuesday's win over Boston, Garcia now has a 0.64 ERA and 0.59 WHIP with five saves, one blown save and eight holds across 29 appearances. Garcia continues to hold down the closer’s role as the Orioles await the return of Ryan Helsley from the IL.
Rico Garcia struck out one batter while allowing one walk over a scoreless frame to earn the save in Sunday's 2-1 win over the Athletics.
Fantasy Impact
After Sunday's win, Garcia now has a 0.50 ERA and a 0.44 WHIP with four saves, one blown save and six holds across 19 appearances. Garcia has been lights out for the Orioles this season and has filled in as the closer well with Ryan Helsley on the injured list. Garcia has not allowed a run in his last seven appearances, allowing just three baserunners while striking out seven batters during that span.
Rico Garcia picked up a save Wednesday against the Marlins.
Fantasy Impact
Garcia struck out one batter while allowing no hits and one walk over a scoreless inning to earn the save in Wednesday's 7-4 win over Miami. After Wednesday's win, Garcia now has a 0.53 ERA and 0.41 WHIP with two saves, one blown save and six holds through 18 appearances. Garcia appears to be operating as the Orioles’ closer with Ryan Helsley on the injured list.
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.