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Luis Garcia discusses his five-plus innings pitched that helped the Astros advance to the World Series

OCTOBER 23, 2021 • Fox Sports

Starting Game 6 Garcia will start Game 6 of the ALCS against the Red Sox on Friday, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports.

Impact Garcia started Game 2 of the ALCS on Saturday, but he was forced out of the contest in the top of the second inning due to right knee discomfort. However, he threw a bullpen Sunday and felt better following his early exit. As a result, the right-hander will start at Minute Maid Park as the Astros attempt to punch their ticket to the World Series.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Throws bullpen, not out for ALCS Astros manager Dusty Baker said Garcia (knee) threw a bullpen session and is "feeling a lot better," Mark Berman of Fox 26 Houston reports.

Impact Garcia, who started Saturday's 9-5 loss to the Red Sox in Game 2 of the ALCS, labored through one inning (33 pitches) and was charged with five earned runs before departing with right knee discomfort. His ability to get back on the mound a day later suggests that Garcia avoided a major issue, and while Baker said the team isn't considering removing the right-hander from the ALCS roster, it's unclear what role he'll have moving forward. Because Jake Odorizzi was needed in long relief Saturday due to Garcia's early exit, the Astros will need to break in a new starter for Tuesday's Game 4 in Boston. Baker mentioned Zack Greinke as a potential candidate to step in and fill the opening.

OCTOBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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Diagnosed with knee discomfort Garcia exited Saturday's game against Boston with right knee discomfort, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Garcia gave up a grand slam in the first inning and had another run charged to his line after he walked the leadoff man in the second inning before exiting. The good news for the Astros is that he isn't dealing with an arm problem. If the knee issue passes quickly, the fact that he exited early could in theory leave him able to return within the next few days, but it's possible the injury is serious enough that he'll have to be removed from the roster.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with trainer Garcia was removed from Game 2 of the ALCS against the Red Sox on Saturday with an apparent injury, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact The nature and severity of Garcia's injury aren't yet clear, but he left the game with no outs in the top of the second inning after a visit with trainers. He allowed four runs on two hits and three walks while striking out two in one inning prior to his removal.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Slated to start Game 2 Garcia will start Game 2 of the ALCS against the Red Sox on Saturday, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Garcia will start on normal rest after he gave up five runs on five hits and three walks while striking out three in 2.2 innings in Game 3 of the ALDS during his postseason debut. He'll attempt to right the ship at Minute Maid Park on Saturday.

OCTOBER 14, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Pummeled by ChiSox Garcia took a no-decision Sunday in the Astros' 12-6 loss to the White Sox in Game 3 of the ALDS after giving up five runs on five hits and three walks while striking out three ove...

Impact Garcia looked to be in strong position for a win after he entered the bottom of the third with a 5-1 lead, but the game quickly unraveled for the Astros. After issuing a leadoff walk and then striking out Jose Abreu, Garcia served up a two-run home run to Yasmani Grandal to cut the Astros' lead to two. Garcia then induced a groundout, but surrendered back-to-back singles before manager Dusty Baker turned the game over to reliever Yimi Garcia, who promptly allowed a three-run home run to Leury Garcia. While Luis Garcia's postseason debut was far from memorable, he should still be in good standing to maintain his spot in the rotation when his next turn comes up in the ALCS, should Houston advance.

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Confirmed for Game 3 Garcia will start Game 3 of the ALDS in Chicago, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact As expected, Garcia is the Astros' third starter this postseason after posting a 3.30 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 167:50 K:BB in 155.1 innings this season. He figures to pitch on somewhat of a short leash, considering his youth and the bullpen availability of Zack Greinke, although he did dominate the White Sox for seven innings with eight strikeouts on June 18.

OCTOBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes eighth loss Garcia (11-8) suffered the loss against Tampa Bay on Wednesday, allowing six runs (three earned) on seven hits and two walks while striking out six across five innings.

Impact Garcia wasn't helped by his defense, as a two-out error during the second inning led to three unearned runs. However, the right-hander wasn't blame-free in contributing to his own demise, as he gave up a pair of long balls and four total extra-base hits. Garcia did manage to extend his streak of lasting five innings or more to 10 starts, and he has yielded a strong 2.96 ERA and 1.24 WHIP over that stretch. He finishes the campaign with a 3.30 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 173:52 K:BB across 160.1 innings.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Let down by bullpen Wednesday Garcia settled for a no-decision against the Angels on Wednesday despite pitching six innings of shutout ball. He allowed three hits and three walks while striking out one.

Impact Garcia wasn't flawless in the outing, as he threw only 42 of 79 pitches for strikes and induced just six swings-and-misses. However, the right-hander kept Los Angeles off the scoreboard for six innings and departed with a 3-0 lead. Houston's bullpen quickly let that lead evaporate, however, as the Angels put up five runs in the seventh frame. Though Houston ultimately pulled out the win, Garcia was left with a no-decision despite the strong performance. He did, however, notch his first quality start in nearly a month, and Garcia will look to build upon this performance in his scheduled start at home against the Rays next week.

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Quiets Texas in rout Garcia (11-7) got the win in Thursday's 12-1 defeat of the Rangers, allowing one run on five hits and three walks with two strikeouts in 5.1 innings.

Impact Garcia was able to navigate some traffic on the bases in the second and third innings and bide some time until Houston broke out with seven runs in the fourth. It was a nice rebound performance from the young righty after he surrendered four runs in a loss his last turn, though his two whiffs are a season low for any appearance lasting at least four innings. He's totaled just 10 strikeouts over his last three starts after averaging six per game prior to the recent stretch.

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Thursday Garcia will start Thursday's game against the Rangers, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Garcia will step in on short notice after Framber Valdez was scratched from Thursday's start due to a small cut on his left hand. However, Garcia will be pitching on normal rest and will attempt to bounce back after he gave up four runs in five innings to take the loss against the Angels on Saturday.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Takes first loss since Aug. 1 Garcia (10-7) allowed four runs on seven hits and a pair of walks over five innings and took the loss against the Angels on Saturday. He had three strikeouts.

Impact Garcia was touched up for two runs in both the first and third innings, the decisive blow coming on a two-run homer by light-hitting Luis Rengifo. It was the first loss since Aug. 1 for Garcia, who had gone 3-0 with a 2.70 ERA over his previous six starts prior to Saturday's setback. He's tentatively scheduled to return to the mound next week with a home start against Arizona.

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Gains velo in uncharted territory Garcia gained velocity on all five of his pitches during Sunday's outing against the Padres, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Garcia's four-seam fastball averaged 94.5 mph Sunday, slightly more than the 93.3 mph average for the season. The cutter, which averaged 86 mph all year, was up to 88.5 on Sunday. He's thrown a career-high 134 innings this season, 25.1 innings more than his previous high in 2019. The 24-year-old right-hander, who never pitched above A-ball prior to 2020, keeps chugging along. In addition to maintaining or increasing velocity, the rookie showed composure Sunday, not letting the Padres' three-run first inning get to him. He yielded just three baserunners following that first frame. The Astros will continue to limit his pitches per outing, capping him at about 80, which routinely limits Garcia to fewer than six innings in his starts.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Allows three runs Sunday Garcia allowed three earned runs on six hits and one walk while striking out five across 4.2 innings in the loss to the Padres on Sunday. He did not factor into the decision.

Impact Garcia surrendered all three runs in the first inning on three hits and a walk. He did not allow any further damage, but he was pulled with two outs in the fifth inning. The 24-year-old has a 2.80 ERA with 34 punchouts in 32.1 innings over his last five starts. On the season, he has a 3.29 ERA and 1.11 WHIP with a 10.4 K/9 over 134 innings.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Whiffs six in five innings Garcia didn't factor into the decision during Monday's 4-3 win over the Mariners, allowing two runs on five hits and two walks with six strikeouts in five innings.

Impact Garcia faced trouble in a few innings Monday but surrendered his two runs on a Jose Marmolejos solo shot in the second inning and a Luis Torrens sixth-inning double. The rookie right-hander concludes August still on a three-game winning streak and posted a 3.34 ERA in six starts this month.

AUGUST 31, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Blanks Royals over 6.2 innings Garcia (10-6) tossed 6.2 scoreless innings en route to grabbing the win Tuesday in the Astros' 4-0 victory over the Royals. He struck out seven and gave up four hits and walked one...

Impact The Houston offense staked Garcia to a 3-0 lead after the first inning, and the run support was more than enough for the 24-year-old, who continues to build a strong case for American League Rookie of the Year honors. He's bounced back well from back-to-back starts in which he allowed a combined 10 earned runs, posting a 1.99 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 23:5 K:BB in 22.2 innings over his most recent four outings.

AUGUST 25, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fans three in no-decision Garcia didn't factor into the decision Thursday against the Royals after allowing three runs on four hits and a walk across five innings, fanning three.

Impact Garcia had won each of his previous two outings, but he was forced to settle with a no-decision in what was a very flat performance. The right-hander has given up three or fewer runs in each of his last three appearances and seems to have bounced back following a couple of rough starts between July 26 and Aug. 1. He owns a 2.81 ERA across his past three appearances.

AUGUST 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Goes five innings in win Garcia (9-6) earned the win over the Angels on Saturday, allowing two runs on six hits and three walks while striking out five over five innings.

Impact The right-hander's night started poorly when Shohei Ohtani led off the bottom of the first inning with a home run and Jared Walsh knocked in another run two batters later. However, Garcia rebounded to keep the Angels off the scoreboard over the remainder of his five frames, and Ohtani's homer ended up being the only extra-base hit he allowed in the contest. Since posting a pair of rough starts during which he allowed a combined 10 earned runs over 9.1 innings between July 26 and Aug. 1, Garcia has bounced back with consecutive wins in which he ha's held opponents to two earned runs over 11 frames. He's lined up to make his next start at Kansas City next week.

AUGUST 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Fans eight in win Garcia (8-6) fired six scoreless innings on two hits while striking out eight, earning the win against the Twins on Saturday.

Impact Garcia fired six scoreless innings for just the second time in a start this season. It was a solid comeback outing after allowing five earned runs in each of his last two appearances. The 24-year-old carries a 3.29 ERA and a 1.09 WHIP. In addition, he supports a solid 10.9 K/9 in 106.2 innings. However, he will have to wait a while for his next start as the Astros have two days off next week.

AUGUST 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Falters in San Francisco Garcia (7-6) allowed five runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out seven in 4.2 innings, taking the loss versus San Francisco on Sunday.

Impact For the second consecutive start and the third time in five outings, Garcia failed to complete five innings. He was taken deep twice Sunday, accounting for three of the five runs on his line. The right-hander has a still-solid 3.49 ERA with a 1.13 WHIP and 121:32 K:BB across 100.2 innings, but he's yielded 23 runs (21 earned) in his last 41.2 innings. He projects to make his next start versus Minnesota next weekend.

AUGUST 2, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Wastes lead in no-decision Garcia allowed six runs (five earned) on six hits and one walk while striking out nine over 4.2 innings in a no-decision against the Mariners.

Impact The Astros bequeathed six runs for Garcia before he threw his first pitch, and they had a 7-0 lead entering the bottom of the fourth inning when the wheels started to come off. Garcia needed only 38 pitches to get through the first three innings, but he had to expend another 49 to procure the next five outs before being pulled. He also had a throwing error that extended the fourth inning, when Seattle struck for three runs. On balance, the outing was an outlier for the rookie right-hander, who has a 3.19 ERA and 1.08 WHIP over 96 innings. If the rotation holds through Thursday's off day, Garcia lines up to pitch Sunday on the road against the Giants.

JULY 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Blanks Cleveland Garcia (7-5) allowed three hits and struck out eight over six scoreless innings to earn the win over Cleveland on Tuesday.

Impact Garcia was brilliant in earning his seventh win over the last 11 starts. Cleveland threatened in his final inning, putting the leadoff runner on, but Garcia wiped out the next three batters and ended his night after 79 pitches (58 strikes). He lines up to pitch next Monday on the road in Seattle.

JULY 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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