Luis Garcia and the Houston Astros (103-55) face the Tampa Bay Rays (86-72) at Minute Maid Park on Sunday. First pitch is scheduled for 2:10pm (ET). Let’s take a look at some of Garcia’s Player props for the matchup. Corey Kluber is the probable pitcher for the Astros, while Luis Garcia is the probable pitcher for the Rays. The Houston Astros are favored to win, currently listed at -165. The total runs line is set at 7.5.
Strikeouts
- Garcia has recorded 153 strikeouts this season – ranking T42nd in the MLB – averaging 5.7 per start.
- At home, Garcia has recorded 83 strikeouts this season – averaging 5.9 per start.
- Garcia recorded 4 strikeouts in his most recent start against the Rays.
- Garcia has recorded 11 strikeouts in his 3 career starts against the Rays.
- The Rays have struck out 1365 times this season – ranking T11th in the MLB.
Let’s take a look at how Luis Garcia performs in some other key statistical areas.
Wins
- Garcia holds a 14-8 W/L record this season, as well as a 4-0 record from his last five starts.
- Garcia holds a 1-1 W/L record in his career against the Rays.
Home Runs Allowed
- Garcia has allowed 23 home runs in 27 starts this season.
- Garcia has allowed 6 home runs in his last nine starts.
- At home, Garcia has allowed 16 home runs in 14 starts this season.
- Garcia did not allow a home run in his most recent start against the Rays.
- Garcia has allowed 2 home runs in his 3 career starts against the Rays.
- Tampa Bay has hit 135 home runs this season – ranking T25th in the MLB.
Earned Run Average
- Garcia has an ERA of 3.81 this season.
- In his last three appearances against the Rays, Garcia has an ERA of 4.50.