Garko's average and power numbers were a disappointment, but he still was a reliable run-producer. His Minor League history bodes well for across-the-board improvement.

News: The Sports Xchange notes that Ryan Garko had his first multi-home run game and his first grand slam to help lead the Indians to an 11-8 win over the White Sox Friday night. Garko had five RBI in the game, the fifth time this season he has had five or more RBI in a game.

Analysis: Garko leads the league in most five-RBI games this season. He has disappointed overall this season, but this is the kind of offensive upside that he has. He'll be a sleeper in Fantasy leagues next season as someone who can provide decent power numbers

Ryan Garko smacked two home runs - one a grand slam - and drove in five as the Indians topped the White Sox 11-8. The Indians battled back from a 4-2 deficit thanks to home runs in back-to-back plate appearances by Garko,who finished the night 3-for-4. After a lackluster first-half of the season in which he batted .241/.317/.351, Garko has turned it around in the second half by hitting .304/.376/.440.

Ryan Garko smacked two home runs - one a grand slam - and drove in five as the Indians topped the White Sox 11-8. The Indians battled back from a 4-2 deficient thanks to home runs in back-to-back plate appearances by Garko - who finished the night 3-for-4. After a lackluster first-half of the season in which he batted .241/.317/.351, Garko has turned it around in the second-half by hitting .304/.376/.440.

Rick Gano, of The Associated Press, reports Cleveland Indians 1B Ryan Garko hit two home runs, including a grand slam, Friday, Sept. 26. He finished with five RBIs in the game.

Garko brought out the heavy lumber for the third time in the last 10 games. He's collected his RBIs in bunches this year, as Friday marked the seventh time he's plated at least four runs in a contest. The third-year first baseman has come on strong in the second half, batting .313 with seven jacks and 44 RBIs.

Anthony Castrovince, of MLB.com, reports Cleveland Indians 1B Ryan Garko did not reach base Monday, Sept. 22, for the first time in 30 games.

The Associated Press reports Cleveland Indians 1B Ryan Garko went 4-for-4 with five RBIs Sunday, Sept. 21.

News: Indians 1B Ryan Garko extended his hitting streak to 10 games Sunday against the Tigers, going 4-for-4 with a double, a triple, a sacrifice fly, a run scored and five RBI. He's batting .500 (16-for-32) during the streak.

Analysis: Garko has disappointed overall this season, but he looks like a nice sleeper down the stretch in all leagues. He might not play every day as the Indians try to work two catchers -- Victor Martinez and Kelly Shoppach -- into the lineup, but consider taking a flier on him if you need a corner infielder

Garko remains locked in at the plate, as he's hitting a scorching .485 (16-for-33) with two homers, 12 RBIs and seven runs scored over a nifty 10-game hitting streak. He's now hitting a somewhat respectable .269 on the year after closing out July at a .242 clip.

Ryan Garko extended his hitting streak to 10 games with a monster day, going 4-for-4 with five RBI in Cleveland's 10-5 win over the Tigers.Garko started the day with a bases loaded triple, and went from there. He has been used intermittently recently, but should see more playing time with days like this.

Ryan Garko drove in five runs on four hits in the Indians' 10-5 win over the Tigers on Sunday. Garko started off with a bang when he hit a bases clearing three-run triple in the first. He would later add a sacrifice fly, RBI double, and a pair of singles. It's a nice boost for his fantasy owners, but it's too little too late for the Indians as Garko's OPS is still over 100 points lower than it was in 2007. Cleveland could look to upgrade there this winter or early next season if top prospect Matt LaPorta starts off well in Triple-A.

News: Indians 1B Ryan Garko went 3-for-4 with a run scored Saturday against the Tigers. He's batting .429 (12-for-28) during a nine-game hitting streak.

Analysis: Garko was a huge disappointment this season, but at least he is giving you something to work with down the stretch in deeper leagues. He might not play every day as the Indians try to work two catchers -- Victor Martinez and Kelly Shoppach -- into the lineup, but consider taking a flier on him if you need a corner infielder

News: Ryan Garko homered and drove in four runs to help Cleveland to an 8-1 lead Wednesday.

Analysis: Garko was a huge disappointment this season, but at least he is giving you something to work with down the stretch in deeper leagues. Consider him a streaky option for the final Fantasy Week 26 (Sept. 22-28). He will have to earn at-bats -- likely coming off the bench -- next spring

After going homerless from Aug. 20-Sept. 12, Garko's left the yard twice in his last three games, a strong indication that he's begun to settle into a nice groove at the dish. While he entered the contest with an underwhelming .368 slugging percentage through 38 at-bats this month, the streaky slugger did rack up a .292 average with 20 RBIs in August and thus remains a decent pickup down the stretch.

The Associated Press reports Cleveland Indians 1B Ryan Garko homered and had four RBIs Tuesday night, Sept. 16. It was his 12th homer of the year.

Ryan Garko finished 2-for-3 with a home run and four RBI on Tuesday against the Twins. He now has seven RBI in his last three games.Garko, like a lot of Indians, has performed under expectations in 2008. His 12 home runs and 79 RBI are decent enough, but better power numbers were expected of the first base slugger. His .254 average is more than 40 points below last year's.