Maikel Garcia

Maikel Garcia is out of the starting lineup for the Royals Friday.

Fantasy Impact

Garcia will head to the bench for the series opener with the Braves. Garrett Hampson will start at third base and bat eighth.

Maikel Garcia is in the starting lineup for the Royals Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Garcia will start at second base and bat seventh against the Tigers. He is hitting .240, with seven home runs, 56 RBI, and 36 stolen bases this season.

Maikel Garcia is out of the lineup for the Kansas City Royals against the Detroit Tigers Monday.

Fantasy Impact

Garcia will receive the night off for rest purposes, with Michael Massey batting cleanup and starting at second base Monday against the Tigers.

Maikel Garcia went 1-for-3 with a double, an RBI, a run scored, and three stolen bases in the Royals' 5-1 win over the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

Garcia's performance today was a bright spot in what has been a somewhat underwhelming season, given his .238 batting average. However, his ability to swipe bags, as evidenced by his three stolen bases today, boosts his fantasy value, especially in categories leagues. With 36 stolen bases on the year, Garcia remains a viable option for fantasy managers in need of speed, despite his struggles at the plate. His consistent playing time and position at shortstop add some stability, but fantasy managers should temper expectations when it comes to his hitting contributions.

Maikel Garcia is in the starting lineup for the Royals Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Garcia will start at third base and bat eighth against the Yankees. He is hitting .239, with seven home runs, 55 RBI, and 33 stolen bases this season.