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**Mets’ Battered Bullpen Holds Strong in Win Over Angels, Sparked by Waiver Wire Addition Rico Garcia**

**New York, NY -** Despite a flurry of transactions and ongoing struggles with injuries and overuse, the New York Mets bullpen demonstrated resilience in Tuesday’s 3-2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels at Citi Field. Frankie Montas pitched 5 ²/₃ innings, leaving the bullpen to shoulder a significant load for the second consecutive game.

Amid calls for bullpen upgrades, key contributions emerged from unexpected sources, most notably right-hander Rico Garcia. Garcia, recently acquired off waivers from the New York Yankees after a brief stint and a cross-country whirlwind of travel, delivered a crucial scoreless inning, navigating a bases-loaded jam.

“There’s been a lot of traveling, for sure,” Garcia said of his recent journey. “I’m trying to find my place and do whatever the team needs me to do.”

Garcia’s performance was vital in securing the win, stepping in after Montas’ outing and pitching around a one-out single and a wild pitch. Ryne Stanek closed out the game, with Edwin Díaz unavailable. Garcia’s effort contributed to a bullpen that has allowed only one run over six innings in the past two games.

Manager Carlos Mendoza praised the team’s depth. “Guys are gonna walk through those doors and continue to get opportunities and step up,” Mendoza said. “To get it back-to-back nights is huge.”

In other news, the Mets have signed reliever Kevin Herget from Triple-A Syracuse who pitched 2 ¹/₃ shutout frames before being optioned back to the minors, while Chris Devenski was designated for assignment.

As the July 31st trade deadline approaches, the Mets aim to reinforce their bullpen, but the recent performances from players like Garcia offer a glimpse of hope.

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