C - New York Mets NRI
- Age 36
- Arizona State
- Bats: R
- Throws: R
2026 Outlook
- Draft Rank (ECR)
- H #527
- Best / Worst
- #464 / #464
- ADP
- N/A
Eligibility
- Yahoo
- C
- ESPN
- C
- CBS
- C
Availability
The New York Mets have signed catcher Austin Barnes to a minor-league deal.
Fantasy Impact
Barnes, 36, had spent parts of 11 seasons with the Dodgers before the team designated him for assignment in 2025. Barnes played in 10 games at Triple-A in the Giants' organization in 2025 prior to being released. Barnes has hit .223 with 35 home runs and a .660 OPS across 1757 career trips to the plate.
The Giants released Austin Barnes.
Fantasy Impact
Barnes had signed a minor league deal with the Giants at the end of June. He appeared in 10 games in Triple-A before his release.
The Giants signed C Austin Barnes to a minor league contract.
Fantasy Impact
Barnes will remain in the NL West. He'll add veteran experience behind the plate for the Giants.
The Los Angeles Dodgers released Austin Barnes.
Fantasy Impact
Barnes is now a free agent after clearing waivers unclaimed. Given his veteran experience and leadership, he should draw interest on the open market. A two-time World Series champion, Barnes brings valuable postseason experience and a strong clubhouse presence. He finished last season with a solid .264/.331/.307 slash line, showing he can still contribute offensively.
The Dodgers designated C Austin Barnes for assignment.
Fantasy Impact
The move was made with the Dodgers recalling Dalton Rushing from Triple-A. It is a bit of a surprise. Barnes should have plenty of interest on waivers.
