Luis Garcia

The Astros designated Luis Garcia for assignment.

Fantasy Impact

Garcia was one of five players DFA'd by Houston. He could draw some interest on waivers.

Luis Garcia underwent surgery on Wednesday for a reconstruction of his UCL and a repair of the flexor tendon in his forearm.

Fantasy Impact

After undergoing his second elbow surgery in less than three years, Garcia will miss the entire 2026 season.

Luis Garcia is scheduled to undergo elbow surgery that will sideline him for the entire 2026 season.

Fantasy Impact

After undergoing Tommy John surgery 28 months ago, Garcia made only two starts before his elbow discomfort resurfaced. Across 7.2 innings, he posted a 3.52 ERA and 0.52 WHIP.

The Astros transferred RHP Luis Garcia to the 60-day injured list.

Fantasy Impact

The move opens a roster spot for Houston. The season is over for Garcia after he landed back on the injured list earlier this week.

The Houston Astros placed Luis Garcia on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday with right elbow discomfort.

Fantasy Impact

Garcia exited Tuesday's game against the Toronto Blue Jays in the second inning after motioning to his surgically repaired elbow following a pitch. This was his second start since returning from Tommy John surgery, and he is now scheduled for an evaluation. It is likely that AJ Blubaugh will take his spot in the rotation. In a corresponding move, Nick Hernandez was recalled from Triple-A Sugar Land.