Garcia making make noise with Nationals: Washington prospect Christian Garcia, who signed with the club last summer, returned from two Tommy John procedures in 2011 and went 3-1 with a 2.95 ERA, 28 strikeouts and only two walks in 18 1/3 innings with Class A Auburn. MASNSports.com reports he was invited to participate in the Nationals instructional league camp last month and has impressed with his stuff. "Garcia has a 95 mph fastball with good sink, a hard curve and a good changeup," director of player development Doug Harris said. "He will be an interesting guy to watch next season." (Updated 10/19/2011)
Injury Report
No information available at this time (Updated 5/24/12).
Fantasy Analysis
Garcia was once a prospect in the Yankees' organization but injuries derailed his career a bit. The Nationals might have found a diamond in the rough so keep an eye on his progress going forward. But since the 26-year-old has yet to pitch in the majors, continue to ignore Garcia in the majority of Fantasy formats. (Updated 10/19/2011).
02/11/2010 08:16 2010 Fantasy outlooks: New York Yankees
The Yankees didn't need a massive overhaul this offseason after winning their 27th world championship, but there are intriguing storylines for Fantasy owners to follow this spring. Scott White breaks down the Bombers.