Garcia, Ribalta Begin Rehab Assignments After Injuries

Houston Astros pitcher Luis Garcia has begun his rehab assignment in the rookie-level Florida Complex League after Tommy John surgery and recurring elbow inflammation, with his first official game action since July 2024. Garcia struck out four and allowed one hit and one run over two innings in his initial start, and he is expected to use most or all of his 30-day rehab window before potentially rejoining the Astros' major league rotation. Meanwhile, Washington Nationals pitcher Orlando Ribalta has also started a rehab assignment at Double-A Harrisburg after suffering a right biceps strain in mid-April. Ribalta is projected to require an extended rehab period before he is ready for a major league return. Both pitchers’ progress will be closely monitored to determine their eligibility for reinstatement to their teams’ active rosters.