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Scores off bench Garcia scored one goal to go with two shots (one on target) in Sunday's 2-0 win versus New York City FC.

Impact Garcia played just nine minutes Sunday, but was able to get a goal for his third of the season. Teemu Pukki is still the favorite to start at forward for Minnesota, making 12 starts in 21 appearances during his second season in the MLS.

AUGUST 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Assists in defeat Garcia assisted once to go with two shots (one on target), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Thursday's 2-1 loss to Austin FC.

Impact Garcia got his first start since April 23 with Luis Amarilla sitting out for an undisclosed reason. He got his first assist of the season and his first ever in the MLS. With Amarilla's future in the league up in the air, Garcia could see more time in the lineup with two goals scored in 14 appearances thus far, eight of them coming as starts.

JUNE 1, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Takes two shots off bench Garcia subbed into Saturday's match against the Whitecaps in the 66th minute, taking two shots (one on target) and creating a chance in the 3-2 defeat.

Impact Garcia replaced an injured Luis Amarilla (groin) on Saturday and was active in his cameo role. Garcia could start up front against Sporting KC next weekend if Amarilla isn't fit enough to make the XI.

MAY 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Creates three chances in loss Garcia took a shot and created three chances in Saturday's 2-1 defeat against Orlando City. He also won one of one tackles in the match.

Impact Garcia returned to the starting lineup up front Saturday in place of Luis Amarilla, and he was dangerous with his passing despite another home defeat for his side.

APRIL 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Redeems himself Garcia scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) in Sunday's draw versus Vancouver.

Impact Garcia was quiet during both Minnesota United's first two games across March. He redeemed himself by the end, though, scoring MNU's only goal as the team maintained only a single point.

MARCH 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Has quiet game against New York Garcia made a clearance and created a chance in Saturday's 1-1 draw against the Red Bulls.

Impact Garcia scored the winner on opening day but had much less of an impact in game two of the season on Saturday. He will face increased pressure for his starting spot up front now that Luis Amarilla (visa) has rejoined the team.

MARCH 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Opens account in first match Garcia scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and one chance created in Sunday's 1-0 win versus FC Dallas.

Impact Garcia did well to collect a Franco Fragapane rebound and hammer it into the back of the net for the game's only and deciding goal. In one game, he's now already equalled his goal total across 10 appearances last season.

FEBRUARY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Ends season as backup Garcia was a second half substitute in the penalty kick defeat to FC Dallas in Round One of the playoffs.

Impact Garcia made 10 appearances (six starts) after joining Minnesota from Colombian side Once Caldas in the summer, scoring his first MLS goal against Sporting KC in September, but he returned to the bench for the playoffs once Bongokuhle Hlongwane recovered from a knee injury. The 24-year-old Garcia will benefit from having a full preseason with his new club ahead of the 2023 campaign, where he will hope to consistently break into the XI somewhere along the attacking line.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Avoids injury designation Garcia (knock) avoided an injury designation for Monday's trip to Dallas, per the Minnesota injury report.

Impact Garcia came off with a knock on Decision Day but it appears he recovered well enough to be fully available in the playoffs. The forward started the final five matches of the regular season and should be a nailed-on starter if fit.

OCTOBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Picks up knock Garcia came off with a knock and had one tackle (zero won) and one interception in Sunday's 2-0 win over Vancouver Whitecaps FC.

Impact Garcia came off with a knock in the 58th minute of Sunday's 2-0 win. The forward has been a starter in the final five matches of the season since joining the squad, and any absence would certainly sting heading into the MLS Cup Playoffs. Garcia was replaced by Jonathan Gonzalez on the right wing.

OCTOBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

First goal of season Garcia scored a goal with his lone shot while creating a chance during Saturday's 4-1 loss to Sporting KC.

Impact Garcia found the back of the net in the 57th minute scoring Minnesota's lone goal. The goal was the first of the season for the forward coming from his lone shot of the match.

SEPTEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Loons looking for more goals out of striker Mender Garcia than his predecessor, Adrien Hunou Mender Garcia and Adrien Hunou will adjoin in Minnesota United history, but the two players show clear contrasts. The interwoven connection:...

AUGUST 26, 2022 • TWINCITIES.COM

Available for selection Garcia will be available for selection in Saturday's match against Austin FC, according to manager Adrian Heath via Andy Greder of the St. Paul Pioneer Press.

Impact Garcia is finishing his medicals Tuesday afternoon and is expected to train over the rest of the week in anticipation of his MLS debut. He'll finally join the Loons on a Designated Player contract and look to compete with Luis Amarilla for starts at striker or at the least contribute in some form on a regular basis.

AUGUST 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Unavailable Sunday Garcia will miss Sunday's match at Nashville as he's still awaiting his immigration paperwork, according to Andy Greder of the St. Paul Pioneer Press.

Impact Garcia has a Designated Player contract so he should be expected to contribute once available, though for now he'll have to wait until at least the Aug. 20 match against Austin FC.

AUGUST 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Minnesota United finalizes contract for new designated player Mender Garcia Garcia, 24, will arrive via transfer from Colombian first division's Once Caldas S.A.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • STARTRIBUNE.COM

Minnesota United sign Colombian forward Mender Garcia to DP deal | MLSSoccer.com TRANSFER TRACKER STATUS: Signing Minnesota United FC have signed attacker Mender Garcia from Colombian first-division side Once Caldas, the...

AUGUST 5, 2022 • MLSSOCCER.COM

Acquired by Minnesota Garcia has signed an 18-month contract with Minnesota United with the option to extend for two additional years after transferring from Colombian side Once Caldas, the club announc...

Impact Garcia wracked up 14 goals and six assists in 61 appearances in the Colombian first division from his time with Once Caldas, and the 23-year-old Designated Player will be challenging Luis Amarilla and Robin Lod for the starting striker role at his new club in Minnesota.

AUGUST 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Loons seek game-changing speed with new attacker Mender Garcia New Minnesota United attacker Mender Garcia will be expected to stretch opposing MLS defenses with his top-notch speed once the 23-year-old...

AUGUST 4, 2022 • TWINCITIES.COM

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