US EditionAstros' Luis Garcia scratched from batting practice, another setback following Tommy John surgery
- Luis Garcia was scratched from batting practice due to right elbow soreness, marking another setback in his recovery from Tommy John surgery in May 2023, according to Manager Joe Espada.
- Garcia agreed to a one-year contract worth $1,875,000 in January, matching his 2024 salary.
- The Astros hope Garcia will pitch by May, contributing to their starting rotation alongside Lance McCullers Jr., who is also recovering from surgery.
- From 2020 to 2023, Garcia has a record of 28-19 with a 3.61 ERA in 63 starts, and he represented Venezuela in the 2023 World Baseball Classic.
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Bad News Hits Astros as 15-Game Winner Sees Comeback Shut Down Indefinitely
Two days ago, the Houston Astros received what had to be their best news of the spring when World Series pitching hero Lance McCullers Jr. threw his first competitive pitches in 868 days when the 31-year-old took the mound against the Washington Nationals in a Grapefruit League game at the Astros home of CACTI Park of the Palm Beaches. The 31-year-old McCullers, who has pitched in three separate World Series for the Astros, underwent surgery to …
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Astros' Luis Garcia scratched from batting practice, another setback following Tommy John surgery
Houston Astros pitcher Luis Garcia was scratched from a batting practice session because of right elbow soreness, another setback in his attempt to return from Tommy John surgery in May 2023.
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Astros RHP Luis Garcia (elbow) facing another setback
The Houston Astros are shutting down right-hander Luis Garcia due to soreness in his surgically repaired elbow, manager Joe Espada said Thursday. The former 15-game winner had been scheduled to throw live batting practice Thursday but will instead undergo further…
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