A franchise known for unveiling stud pitchers might be in the process of developing another one in right-hander Yimi Garcia.
Garcia has emerged as a late-game option for the Dodgers with closer Kenley Jansen sidelined. He has responded to the responsibility with a dominant stretch in which he has faced 21 batters in six innings with one walk and 10 strikeouts. Garcia boasts a 2-0 record and 1.50 ERA.
He has been particularly strong recently with eight strikeouts in his last four innings pitched.