Matt Barnes

The Nationals have signed Matt Barnes to a minor league deal.

Fantasy Impact

Barnes officially lands a deal after it had been speculated on Monday. He'll have the next month to earn a spot in the bullpen with Washington heading into Opening Day.

Matt Barnes has reportedly made good progress on a deal with the Nationals.

Fantasy Impact

Barnes was with the Marlins last season after nine years with the Red Sox. He would likely hold a role towards the end of the bullpen with Washington if a deal is finalized.

Marlins reliever Matt Barnes is set to begin a rehab assignment as he works his way back from a hip injury.

Fantasy Impact

Barnes said on Zoom that he had this series against his former club circled on his calendar but he will be unavailable due to a hip impingement. The veteran owns a 5.48 ERA in 24 appearances this season but his 4.16 FIP and 4.27 SIERA suggest he's been better than that figure would suggest.

Matt Barnes is reportedly playing catch in Jupiter.

Fantasy Impact

Barnes was placed on the 15-day IL back on June 2 with a left hip impingement. He remains without a clear timetable to return, but is progressing.

The Miami Marlins agreed to acquire Matt Barnes from the Boston Red Sox in exchange for Richard Bleier according to Ken Rosenthal.

Fantasy Impact

Barnes is coming off a disappointing 2022 campaign with the Red Sox that saw the right-handed post a less than optimal 1.44 WHIP and 1.62 K/BB ratio in 44 relief appearances last season. The Marlins will hope the veteran can rediscover his 2021 form and be a key bullpen arm in the late innings in 2023.