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Jason Emilio Garcia (born November 21, 1992) is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball. He has played in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Baltimore Orioles.
Professional career
Boston Red Sox
Garcia was drafted by the Boston Red Sox in the 17th round of the 2010 Major League Baseball Draft out of Land O' Lakes High School in Land O'Lakes, Florida.
Baltimore Orioles
He was selected by the Houston Astros in the 2014 Rule 5 Draft and traded to the Baltimore Orioles. Garcia made the Orioles' Opening Day roster.
On April 8, 2015, Garcia made his major league debut. In one inning of work, he allowed no hits and no runs while walking one against the Tampa Bay Rays. On April 21, 2015, Garcia threw behind Toronto Blue Jays outfielder José Bautista, and later in the at bat, Bautista responded with a home run, Garcia's first allowed of his major league career. While he was rounding the bases, he glared at Garcia, to which Orioles outfielder Adam Jones and infielder Ryan Flaherty responded by yelling at him. On August 16, Garcia was called upon to pitch the eighth and ninth inning against the Oakland Athletics. After the Orioles made a move, removing their DH from the game, Garcia was called upon to hit. He was told not to swing and he drew a four-pitch walk from the A's first baseman Ike Davis. The Orioles won the game 18-2.
On April 13, 2017, the Orioles designated Garcia for assignment. He elected free agency on November 6, 2017.
Colorado Rockies
In March 2018, Garcia signed a minor league deal with the Colorado Rockies. He was released on May 21, 2018.
Sioux City Explorers
On August 16, 2018, Garcia signed with the Sioux City Explorers of the independent American Association.
Tampa Bay Rays
On July 2, 2019, Garcia's contract was purchased by the Tampa Bay Rays. He became a free agent at the end of the season.
Southern Maryland Blue Crabs
On March 26, 2020, Garcia signed with the Southern Maryland Blue Crabs of the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball.
