Pirates Reportedly Calling Up Top Prospect For Critical Cardinals Series
The Pittsburgh Pirates are set to promote top prospect Jhostynxon Garcia for an upcoming series against the St. Louis Cardinals. This move comes after the Pirates were swept by the Philadelphia Phillies, and they hope Garcia can enhance their struggling offense. Garcia, who was acquired from the Boston Red Sox, is known for his power in the minor leagues.
- ▪The Pirates are reportedly bringing up Jhostynxon Garcia for Tuesday's series opener against the Cardinals.
- ▪Garcia is Pittsburgh's No. 4 prospect and has shown good power in the minor leagues this season.
- ▪The Pirates acquired Garcia from the Boston Red Sox in exchange for pitcher Johan Oviedo.
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