What happened: García raised his average bat speed from 72.4 mph in 2025 to 73.9 mph this season. His increased swing intent has helped him punish more pitches in the strike zone.
Why it matters: The adjustment made García a major-league slugging leader and boosted his value before the trade deadline. New York acquired a hitter under club control through 2027 for its stretch run.
By the numbers: García's fast-swing rate rose from 28.0% to 40.2%. He produced 47 extra-base hits in his first 371 plate appearances, surpassing his 2025 total of 45 in 526.
What to watch: His power production and swing intensity bear watching through the final weeks of the regular season.