White Sox Acquire Mariners’ Garcia

The Chicago White Sox acquired All-Star pitcher Freddy Garcia from the Seattle Mariners on Sunday, bolstering their rotation for the American League Central race.

The White Sox gave up young catcher Miguel Olivo, top prospect Jeremy Reed and minor league infielder Michael Morse. Chicago also gets catcher Ben Davis and cash from the Mariners.

“It’s hard for me to leave,” Garcia said. “I do love playing here.”

Garcia, who can become a free agent after this season, will pitch for White Sox Manager Ozzie Guillen, one of his best friends.

Garcia was 4-7 with a 3.20 ERA in 15 starts for Seattle this season.

The two-time All-Star is 76-50 in his six-year career with a 3.89 ERA.

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