Maikel Garcia

Maikel Garcia went 1-for-5 with a home run and three RBI in the Royals' 6-2 victory over the Athletics.

Fantasy Impact

His performance was highlighted by a crucial home run that helped cement the team's win. Despite a modest .238 batting average this season, Garcia's ability to drive in runs (28 RBI in 44 games) remains an asset for fantasy managers. His power numbers are decent, with five homers, but his overall production could be hampered by a relatively high strikeout rate (0.188) and low walk rate (0.066). Fantasy managers should view Garcia as a situational player, potentially valuable in deeper leagues or as a fill-in during hot streaks or favorable matchups.

Maikel Garcia is in the Royals lineup on Friday against the Athletics.

Fantasy Impact

Garcia is back at third base and leading off for Kansas City. He has driven in 25 runs with 10 stolen bases on the season.

Maikel Garcia went 0-for-5 with three strikeouts in the Royals' 3-2 loss to the Rangers.

Fantasy Impact

This performance underscores a troubling trend for Garcia, who has been struggling to make impactful contact this season, evident from his .232 batting average and increasing strikeout rate. His inability to get on base this game, combined with a season-long low walk rate of .066 and a wOBA of .284, suggests that fantasy managers should temper their expectations. While his speed has translated into eight stolen bases, his lack of consistent hitting and on-base skills are limiting his scoring opportunities and overall fantasy value.

Maikel Garcia went 1-for-4 with a home run and two RBI in the Royals' 5-3 loss to the Blue Jays.

Fantasy Impact

His solo shot provided a brief highlight in what has been a challenging season for the young shortstop, who is hitting just .178 through 22 games. Despite the low average, Garcia has managed to contribute 15 RBI and four home runs, indicating some level of productivity in run production. Garcia remains a risky play in most fantasy formats, primarily useful in deeper leagues where power is at a premium and batting average can be sacrificed.

Maikel Garcia returns to the lineup for the Kansas City Royals against the Baltimore Orioles Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Garcia is back after sitting out the second game of the club’s doubleheader Wednesday, batting leadoff and starting at third base against the Orioles Friday.