Alvin Garcia

Expertise:
MLB
Education:
University of Puerto Rico, University of Maryland Global Campus
Location:
Texas

Experience

Alvin Garcia is a sports writer from Puerto Rico who strongly focuses on Major League Baseball. Since beginning his writing career in 2022, he has contributed to several prominent platforms, including FanSided, LWOS, NewsBreak, Athlon Sports, and Yardbarker. He currently writes for Heavy, covering MLB at a national level. Throughout his career, Alvin has served as a beat writer for multiple teams, including the Arizona Diamondbacks, Kansas City Royals, Los Angeles Dodgers, Chicago Cubs, Texas Rangers, and Boston Red Sox. His work is known for its sharp analysis and broad league-wide perspective. He is also a member of the Internet Baseball Writers Association of America (IBWAA) and the Society for American Baseball Research (SABR).

Education

After graduating from high school, Alvin Garcia attended the University of Puerto Rico for three years before enlisting in the United States Army. After his military service, he completed his degree at the University of Maryland Global Campus.

Latest Articles From Alvin Garcia

Cardinals Fans Already See Rookie as Team’s Next Star

Cardinals Fans Already See Rookie as Team’s Next Star

Cubs Betting on Slugger’s Obsession for Breakout 2026

Cubs Betting on Slugger’s Obsession for Breakout 2026

Yankees’ Gerrit Cole IL Decision Sends Clear Message

Yankees’ Gerrit Cole IL Decision Sends Clear Message

Mariners Proven Right on Backup Catcher Decision

Mariners Proven Right on Backup Catcher Decision

Tigers Ace Tarik Skubal Enters 2026 With Massive Expectations

Tigers Ace Tarik Skubal Enters 2026 With Massive Expectations

Red Sox Manager Has Plan for Crowded Outfield Picture

Red Sox Manager Has Plan for Crowded Outfield Picture

Yankees’ Captain Under Most Pressure as Critics Question Legacy

Yankees’ Captain Under Most Pressure as Critics Question Legacy

Tigers Top Prospect Could Play Major Role in 2026, per Olney

Tigers Top Prospect Could Play Major Role in 2026, per Olney

Red Sox Veteran Backs Aaron Judge’s World Baseball Classic Take

Red Sox Veteran Backs Aaron Judge’s World Baseball Classic Take

Boston Red Sox Cut Former Top International Signee

Boston Red Sox Cut Former Top International Signee

Yankees’ Catcher Revives Torpedo Bat, Showing Breakout Potential in 2026

Yankees’ Catcher Revives Torpedo Bat, Showing Breakout Potential in 2026

Dodgers’ Infielder Never Tested Positive for PEDs After False Report

Dodgers’ Infielder Never Tested Positive for PEDs After False Report

Red Sox Keeping Rookie Guessing Despite Strong Spring Showing

Red Sox Keeping Rookie Guessing Despite Strong Spring Showing

Red Sox Facing Early Concern With $130 Million Arm

Red Sox Facing Early Concern With $130 Million Arm

Yankees Captain’s WBC Comments Hit Nerve With Broadcaster

Yankees Captain’s WBC Comments Hit Nerve With Broadcaster

Giants Facing Worst-Case Scenario as Pitcher Seeks Second Opinion

Giants Facing Worst-Case Scenario as Pitcher Seeks Second Opinion

Yankees Spring Standouts Making Strong Case for Opening Day Roster

Yankees Spring Standouts Making Strong Case for Opening Day Roster

Yankees Facing Starting Pitcher Problem After Brutal Tigers Outing

Yankees Facing Starting Pitcher Problem After Brutal Tigers Outing

Yankees Outfielder Emerging as Favorite for Final Roster Spot

Yankees Outfielder Emerging as Favorite for Final Roster Spot

Yankees Top Prospect Was Never a Real Opening Day Option

Yankees Top Prospect Was Never a Real Opening Day Option

Yankees’ Outfielder Forcing Opening Day Conversation With Hot Spring

Yankees’ Outfielder Forcing Opening Day Conversation With Hot Spring

Yankees Voice Rips Aaron Judge Critics After WBC Backlash

Yankees Voice Rips Aaron Judge Critics After WBC Backlash

Yankees Lefty Leaves Team USA as WBC Moves to Knockout Stage

Yankees Lefty Leaves Team USA as WBC Moves to Knockout Stage

Yankees Prospect to Miss 2026 Season After Elbow Surgery

Yankees Prospect to Miss 2026 Season After Elbow Surgery

Yankees Ace Explains Decision to Skip World Baseball Classic

Yankees Ace Explains Decision to Skip World Baseball Classic

Yankees Prospect Dominates in First WBC Start for Puerto Rico

Yankees Prospect Dominates in First WBC Start for Puerto Rico

Brewers No. 1 Prospect Turns Heads in First MLB Camp

Brewers No. 1 Prospect Turns Heads in First MLB Camp

Sergio Perez–Liam Lawson Rivalry Reignites at Australian Grand Prix

Sergio Perez–Liam Lawson Rivalry Reignites at Australian Grand Prix

Astros–Red Sox Trade Proposal That Completely Misses the Point

Astros–Red Sox Trade Proposal That Completely Misses the Point

Yankees Infielder Off to Brutal Start in 2026 World Baseball Classic

Yankees Infielder Off to Brutal Start in 2026 World Baseball Classic