Adolis García To Undergo Season-Ending Surgery

Key Points:

• Phillies outfielder Adolis García will undergo right latissimus dorsi repair surgery on June 24, sidelining him for six to eight months and ending his 2026 season; he is expected to be ready for the 2027 season start.
• García was already on the 60-day injured list after suffering the injury in a game against the Blue Jays, where he showed visible pain following a throw; the Phillies placed him on the injured list shortly after the injury occurred.
• The injury disrupts Philadelphia’s plan to transition right field from Nick Castellanos to García, as García struggled offensively with a .195/.270/.329 line and a 32.4% strikeout rate before the injury.
• The Phillies are seeking outfield reinforcements ahead of the trade deadline, currently relying on Brandon Marsh, Justin Crawford, Gabriel Rincones Jr., and Edmundo Sosa, who have had mixed offensive success.
• García’s prior success with the Rangers, including a World Series win, contrasts with his recent struggles; post-recovery, he may attempt to attract interest during the anticipated offseason lockout transaction period.