Pittsburgh Pirates Promote Jhostynxon Garcia to MLB

The Pittsburgh Pirates are expected to promote outfielder Jhostynxon García to the major league roster on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

According to reporting from the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the organization is considering the promotion to help replace Ryan O’Hearn.

The roster move follows an identified need for additional depth in the Pirates’ outfield, as noted in an analysis by MLB.com.

NESN reports that García is a former top 10 prospect from the Boston Red Sox organization.

The outfielder, who is known by the nickname The Password according to MassLive, is anticipated to join the team on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.

MLB Trade Rumors has also indicated that the Pirates are expected to proceed with the promotion of García.