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Rico Garcia Emerging as Priority Closer Handcuff to Stash?
Baltimore Orioles right-hander Rico Garcia has been one of the better relievers in baseball so far this season, recording a 1.72 ERA and 0.73 WHIP with 35 strikeouts and four saves across 31 1/3 innings (34 games). With Orioles closer Ryan Helsley on the injured list for the better part of two months due to elbow inflammation, Garcia emerged as one of Baltimore's preferred ninth-inning options. Helsley returned from the IL on Wednesday, which could eliminate Garcia's save opportunities. However, Helsley has struggled mightily in his first two outings since his return, allowing five runs (four earned) and three home runs across 1 2/3 innings. If Helsley continues to falter, Garcia could re-emerge as part of the ninth-inning mix in Baltimore. Particularly in deeper leagues, Garcia profiles as a worthy closer stash candidate on the waiver wire.
Source: RotoBaller
Source: RotoBaller
