The Password is: Pirates debut in St. Louis for Garcia
The Pittsburgh Pirates have promoted Jhostynxon Garcia to their major league roster as they face the St. Louis Cardinals. Garcia, a right-handed slugger, is expected to fill in for the injured Ryan O’Hearn. The Pirates are looking to improve their performance against left-handed pitching with Garcia's addition to the lineup.
- ▪Jhostynxon Garcia was promoted to the Pirates' major league club prior to a series against the St. Louis Cardinals.
- ▪Garcia, who struggled at Triple-A with a .205 average, had a strong rehab assignment, hitting .364 with three home runs.
- ▪The Pirates are currently fourth in the NL Central and are looking to enhance their lineup after being swept by the Cardinals in late April.
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