Astros Pitcher Luis Garcia Shut Down Indefinitely Due to Elbow Soreness

Garcia's latest setback in his Tommy John recovery raises concerns about Houston's rotation depth for the 2025 season.

Luis Garcia has been indefinitely shut down from throwing after experiencing soreness in his surgically repaired right elbow.
The Astros pitcher underwent Tommy John surgery in May 2023 and has faced multiple recovery setbacks, including pauses in January 2025 due to elbow tightness.
Garcia was scheduled to face live hitters this week but will now undergo further evaluation to assess the extent of the issue.
Houston's pitching staff continues to grapple with injuries, including setbacks for Lance McCullers Jr. and others, testing the team's depth.
The Astros are expected to start the 2025 season with a rotation led by Framber Valdez, with several minor league players potentially stepping up to fill gaps.