Winnipeg Goldeyes re-sign Garcia

The Winnipeg Goldeyes have re-signed C/INF Kevin Garcia. Photo: Dave Mahussier, Winnipeg Goldeyes

January 19, 2026

By Brian Finlayson

Winnipeg Goldeyes

WINNIPEG, MAN – The Winnipeg Goldeyes have re-signed catcher and infielder Kevin García.

García played in 61 games in 2025, hitting .248 with four home runs and 27 runs batted in. Defensively, he suited up in 48 games behind the plate and posted a .997 fielding percentage. He also saw time at third base, playing eight games at the hot corner.

Entering what will now be his fifth season in Winnipeg, García has played 227 games for the Goldeyes over the 2018, 2019, 2024, and 2025 seasons, combining for a .236 batting average with 32 doubles, 10 home runs, and 87 RBIs.

Hailing from Calexico, Calif., García was selected by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 30th round of the 2014 Major League Baseball June Amateur Draft out of Loyola Marymount University (Los Angeles, Calif.). He spent two seasons in the Blue Jays’ system before signing with the Minnesota Twins in 2016.

In four seasons in the affiliated minors, García hit .250 with two home runs and 54 RBIs. In addition to catching, he has played all four infield positions in his career.

“It’s good news for the organization that Kevin is back,” said Goldeyes skipper Logan Watkins. “It's important to have a strong veteran presence in the clubhouse, and he brings that along with a great work ethic. We have a lot of trust in him to control the game from the catching position, and last year, it was good to see him have a strong offensive season with added opportunities. He's been as excited as anyone to get back on the field in 2026 and is ready to get back to the playoffs.”

Winnipeg now has 16 players under contract for the 2026 season. American Association clubs may carry up to 33 players during spring training, which begins May 3.

2026 Winnipeg Goldeyes Player Signings

RHP Luke Boyd
RHP James Bradwell (North Vancouver, B.C.)
IF Ramón Bramasco
RHP Derrick Cherry
RHP James Colyer
IF/OF Mason Dobie (Meaford, Ont.)
C Kevin García
RHP Ben Kowalski
LHP Weston Lombard
IF Keshawn Lynch
OF Noah Marcelo
RHP Noah Millikan
OF Max Murphy
LHP Tasker Strobel
RHP Willian Suárez
LHP Quinn Waterhouse

The Goldeyes will begin the 2026 schedule Friday, May 15 against the Milwaukee Milkmen in Franklin, Wis. The home opener at Blue Cross Park versus the Kane County Cougars is scheduled for Tuesday, May 19 at 6:30 p.m.