On Friday, it was officially announced that outfielder Avisail Garcia had signed a one-year contract with the Tampa Bay Rays. Garcia originally came to the South Side via trade in 2012 and spent six years with the organization. While he had plenty of ups and downs during his time with the team, Avi provided fans with some good memories. Here’s a look back at his top 10 moments with the Chicago White Sox.
10. New York Robbery
Avi Garcia stealing home runs is one thing all Sox fans will remember. Here’s the first of several robberies that made the list.
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9. Walk-Off Hit-By-Pitch
Back in 2015, Avi ended things in the 11th with a walk-off hit-by-pitch.
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8. Three Garcia’s Record an RBI
Avi Garcia, Willy Garcia, and Leury Garcia made history by becoming the first all-Garcia outfield during April 2017. Less than a month later, the trio each recorded an RBI in a 6-0 victory over the Kansas City Royals.
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7. High Five
Avi celebrates a nice running catch by high-fiving a young fan.
cc: @AvisailGarcia pic.twitter.com/kqMjoz0AlW
— Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) January 2, 2018
6. Toronto Blast
During an early April game in 2018, Avi set the White Sox Statcast records for home run exit velocity (116.7 mph) and distance (481 ft).
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5. The Near Cycle
In a 10-5 win over the Rangers this past July, Avi went 4-5 with a pair of doubles, a triple, three runs, and an RBI.
The only thing hotter than today’s temperatures: Avisaíl García. pic.twitter.com/inJu3zMtAM
— Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) July 1, 2018
4. Detroit Mauling
In September 2017, Avi completely destroyed his former team by recording a 5-hit, 7-RBI day.
What a day for @AvisailGarcia! pic.twitter.com/Z57YMFxKhO
— Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) September 14, 2017
3. Game-Ending Double Play
Down one, the Royals attempted to run on Avisail Garcia for the second time during the game. However, the second time wasn’t the charm as Avi nailed the runner and the Sox turned things into a game-ending double play.
? DON’T RUN ON THE SOX ?pic.twitter.com/jIsUVtHksJ
— Sox On 35th (@SoxOn35th) September 23, 2017
2. July 4th Catch
Perhaps the most iconic robbery during his time on the South Side, Avi took away what would have been a game-tying home run from Chris Davis in the 9th inning.
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1. 2017 All-Star Selection
Avi Garcia had a career-year in 2017, earning himself his first All-Star Game nod. The now former White Sox finished the season by slashing .330/.380/.506 with 18 home runs and 80 RBI in 136 games.
.@AvisailGarcia has been named to the American League All-Star Team, his first career selection. Congrats, Avi! pic.twitter.com/cJnNB7Bv8X
— Chicago White Sox (@whitesox) July 2, 2017
Featured Photo: Chicago Tribune
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