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Headed to free agency Barnes was released by the Mets on Sunday.

Impact Barnes signed a minor-league deal with the Mets over the offseason and was brought in to big-league camp to compete for a roster spot, but he'll test free agency after failing to secure a place on the Opening Day roster. He appeared in 13 regular-season games a year ago with the Dodgers and hit .214 with two RBI and four runs in 42 at-bats.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

Another former Dodgers World Series champion cut within days of Opening Day The New York Mets released catcher Austin Barnes from his minor league contract March 23, two days before the first game of Major League Bas...

MARCH 23 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

Signs NRI deal with Mets Barnes signed a minor-league contract with the Mets on Thursday that includes an invitation to spring training.

Impact Barnes appeared in 13 regular-season games for the Dodgers in 2025, posting a .519 OPS across 44 plate appearances before being cut loose by the team in May. The 36-year-old backstop will now aim to return to the big leagues with the Mets, though he'll most likely fill in as minor-league depth at Triple-A Syracuse.

JANUARY 29 • ROTOWIRE

As Dodgers try to become first repeat champion in quarter-century, Roberts hopes he's not a villain

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has been playfully addressing criticism about the team's high spending

OCTOBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

Clayton Kershaw Embraces His Dodger Stadium Send-off in 'Perfect' Farewell

If this was Clayton Kershaw's curtain call at Dodger Stadium, it was night filled with emotion and memories.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 • FOX SPORTS

Clayton Kershaw Embraces His Dodger Stadium Send-off in 'Perfect' Farewell

Giants release C Austin Barnes from Triple-A roster Austin Barnes' time in the San Francisco Giants' organization lasted barely a month, with the club releasing the veteran catcher off of thei...

AUGUST 4, 2025 • THENEWSTRIBUNE.COM

Former Dodgers World Series Champion Released by NL West Rival After Disappointing Season The San Francisco Giants released longtime Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Austin Barnes from their Triple-A affiliate Friday. Barnes signed a m...

AUGUST 4, 2025 • SI.COM

Cut by San Francisco The Giants released Barnes on Friday.

Impact After his long tenure with the Dodgers came to an end May 20, Barnes caught on with the Giants on a minor-league deal about a month later. The 35-year-old backstop debuted for Triple-A Sacramento shortly before the All-Star break but didn't gain much momentum in his bid for a promotion to the big leagues, slashing just .212/.297/.212 over 10 games before the Giants cut him loose. Barnes may look to catch on with another organization before the end of the season, though retirement may also be a possibility at this point.

AUGUST 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Cut by San Francisco The Giants released Barnes on Friday.

Impact After his long tenure with the Dodgers came to an end May 20, Barnes caught on with the Giants on a minor-league deal about a month later. The 35-year-old backstop debuted for Triple-A Sacramento shortly before the All-Star break but didn't gain much momentum in his bid for a promotion to the big leagues, slashing just .212/.297/.212 over 10 games before the Giants cut him loose. Barnes may look to catch on with another organization before the end of the season, though retirement may also be a possibility at this point.

AUGUST 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers World Series Champion Joins NL West Rival in Shocking Move Former Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Austin Barnes has signed a minor league deal with the San Francisco Giants. After 11 seasons, four Nation...

JULY 2, 2025 • SI.COM

Inks minors deal The Giants signed Barnes to a minor-league contract Sunday, Jeff Young of FanSided reports.

Impact The Dodgers released Barnes last month after he slashed .214/.233/.286 with three extra-base hits, two RBI and four runs scored across 44 plate appearances. Barnes will serve as organizational depth behind Patrick Bailey and Andrew Knizner.

JUNE 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Inks minors deal The Giants signed Barnes to a minor-league contract Sunday, Jeff Young of FanSided reports.

Impact The Dodgers released Barnes last month after he slashed .214/.233/.286 with three extra-base hits, two RBI and four runs scored across 44 plate appearances. Barnes will serve as organizational depth behind Patrick Bailey and Andrew Knizner.

JUNE 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers could be forced to cut ties with recent call up via trade thanks to injuries | Sporting News Canada The Los Angeles Dodgers recently designated Austin Barnes for assignment. However, his replacement may not stick around much if things do no...

MAY 27, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Dodgers could be forced to cut ties with recent call up via trade thanks to injuries | Sporting News The Los Angeles Dodgers recently designated Austin Barnes for assignment. However, his replacement may not stick around much if things do no...

MAY 27, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Letters to Sports: Dodgers should honor Austin Barnes and Chris Taylor Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section share their thoughts on recent roster moves by the Dodgers and Lincoln Riley's USC salary.

MAY 24, 2025 • LATIMES.COM

Becomes free agent The Dodgers released Barnes on Tuesday.

Impact Barnes is now a free agent after passing through waivers unclaimed. The veteran catcher should be able to land a deal with a new team in short order, although he might have to go to the minor leagues first.

MAY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Becomes free agent The Dodgers released Barnes on Tuesday.

Impact Barnes is now a free agent after passing through waivers unclaimed. The veteran catcher should be able to land a deal with a new team in short order, although he might have to go to the minor leagues first.

MAY 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers struggling outfielder 'destined to be packaged in a trade' | Sporting News Canada The Los Angeles Dodgers have already made two big moves this week, designating Austin Barnes and Chris Taylor for assignment. However, chang...

MAY 19, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Dodgers could cut ties with another veteran to call up No.4 prospect | Sporting News Canada The Los Angeles Dodgers have made some shocking moves this week. They cut ties with Chris Taylor and Austin Barnes, the team's two longest-t...

MAY 19, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Dodgers struggling outfielder 'destined to be packaged in a trade' | Sporting News The Los Angeles Dodgers have already made two big moves this week, designating Austin Barnes and Chris Taylor for assignment. However, chang...

MAY 19, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Dodgers could cut ties with another veteran to call up No.4 prospect | Sporting News The Los Angeles Dodgers have made some shocking moves this week. They cut ties with Chris Taylor and Austin Barnes, the team's two longest-t...

MAY 19, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Dodgers could acquire $33M All-Star in blockbuster deal, move Mookie Betts to OF | Sporting News Canada The Los Angeles Dodgers have already made two significant changes this week. They designated Chris Taylor and Austin Barnes for assignment....

MAY 19, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Dodgers Boss Breaks Silence After Latest Development Los Angeles Dodgers executive Andrew Friedman spoke to the media about DFA’ing the longest tenured player on the roster, Austin Barnes, and...

MAY 17, 2025 • THESTATE.COM

Clayton Kershaw is feeling grateful as he prepares for his 18th season debut with the Dodgers

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ rotation is wracked by injuries and having trouble pitching deep into games

MAY 16, 2025 • Associated Press

Dodgers call up top prospect Dalton Rushing and cut loose veteran catcher Austin Barnes

The Los Angeles Dodgers have called up top prospect Dalton Rushing and let veteran catcher Austin Barnes go

MAY 15, 2025 • Associated Press