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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Rony García (Rico García) is a 32-year-old relief pitcher for the Baltimore Orioles who has emerged as one of the most dominant relievers in MLB in 2026. Through 20 innings pitched, he has allowed just 2 hits while maintaining a 0.45 ERA (second-lowest among relievers) and a 0.34 WHIP. García has recorded 16 strikeouts against only 4 walks, with an exceptional 0.33 opponent batting average. He was claimed off waivers from the Mets in August 2025 after being designated for assignment three times. His success is attributed to the development of a new slider pitch. The Orioles' pitching staff has dealt with multiple injuries this season, but García has been a bright spot and beacon of light for the team.
Strengths
- + Dominant 0.45 ERA (2nd-lowest among relievers)
- + Exceptional 0.34 WHIP
- + Only 2 hits allowed in 20 innings pitched
- + 16 strikeouts vs 4 walks
- + 0.33 opponent batting average (best in MLB)
- + Effective new slider development
- + 83.1 mph average exit velocity allowed
- + 54.3% ground ball rate (90th percentile)
- + 56.4% whiff rate on best pitches
- + Reliable closer option for Orioles
Weaknesses
- - Age 32 - potential durability concerns
- - Limited MLB track record prior to 2026 (5.27 ERA, 1.54 WHIP in 70 innings career)
- - Designated for assignment 3 times in 2025
- - Waiver wire claim suggests previous teams undervalued him
- - Small sample size for current success (20 innings)
About
Rony García is a rp for the Chicago Cubs.
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