<p>Garcia left a Toronto start with elbow discomfort and will seek a second opinion. After a lengthy Tommy John recovery, Houston’s rotation depth hinges on his availability, complicating late-season plans and potential postseason rotation choices.</p>

García’s elbow discomfort lands him on the IL, creating a vacancy in Houston’s rotation behind Valdez, Brown, Javier and Alexander. His status drives immediate depth calls, with Blubaugh and Gordon in play for starts. The situation compounds Houston’s pitching injuries and shifts fantasy value toward depth arms.

Luis García’s early exit on Tuesday has Houston’s rotation under a cloud, forcing a bullpen‐heavy path as the team fights to maintain its division lead. His status shapes how the Astros attack Toronto and how they deploy their pitching staff in short rest.

Garcia left after 2 innings with elbow soreness while returning from Tommy John rehab. He threw 27 pitches, with a top 91 mph fastball and one strikeout, signaling to the dugout before Blubaugh entered.

Garcia exited after 1 2/3 innings due to elbow discomfort, a concerning note for Houston's rotation as the season winds down.