As long as Luis García has been with the Washington Nationals, the team has prized a skill set that includes slick defense, consistent hitting ability, and excellent baserunning.
The rookie second baseman has not, however, been known for his power.
That could change after García broke a 2-2 tie, leading off the top of the tenth inning Wednesday with a 427-foot blast to right field that lifted the Nats to a 4-2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays.
“I asked him what kind of — ‘What was that pitch?’ “ manager Davey Martinez said after the game.