Rico Garcia is designated for assignment by the Yankees after only a few days and one game on the roster, reducing the 40-man count to 39. He pitched 2 2/3 innings, allowing three runs, including a three-run homer. Unable to send him to the minors, the Yankees will promote Allan Winans to fill his spot. Garcia had a notable minor league performance but struggled with walks at the major league level. He is expected to be placed back on waivers shortly.
The Yankees are designating reliever Rico Garcia for assignment after a brief stint that lasted only a few days and one game, with the 40-man roster count dropping to 39.
Garcia allowed three runs on as many hits and a pair of walks in 2 2/3 innings during his game with the Yankees, including a three-run homer to Ozzie Albies.
After throwing 53 pitches, Garcia would have been unavailable for the next few days. Since he is out of options, the Yankees couldn't send him to the minors.
He had a successful short time with the Mets, pitching 4 2/3 scoreless innings over two appearances, but had difficulty maintaining control, walking nearly 15% of opponents.
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