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Mon Feb 2614:26Matt Barnes Linked To Nationals
Free-agent reliever Matt Barnes' market is heating up, as the Washington Nationals are one club that is linked to him. The right-hander underwent offseason surgery on his hip but threw for interested clubs in late January and appears ready to join a big-league spring training camp soon. It was a tough 2023 season for the 33-year-old who dealt with both injuries and inconsistency as he posted a 5.48 ERA across 24 outings. However, he also posted a 4.15 FIP and 4.35 SIERA, suggesting he was better than his surface ERA might suggest. Once a staple in the Red Sox bullpen, Barnes owns a career 4.13 ERA across 453 appearances while boasting an impressive 29.4% K%, although that figure has hovered around just 20% in each of the last two seasons.
Source: Chris CotilloRotoBaller.com
Fri Feb 923:36Matt Barnes Throws In Front Of Scouts
Veteran relief pitcher Matt Barnes threw for a group of MLB scouts last week, according to Alex Speier of the Boston Globe. A hip injury cost Barnes the second half of his 2023 season, holding him to just 24 appearances with the Miami Marlins. He maintained a 4.15 FIP, 8.44 K/9, and 4.22 BB/9 while inducing a 49.3 GB%. Prior to last season, Barnes had been a staple of the Red Sox' bullpen. He recorded 24 saves back in 2021. The 33-year-old righty will presumably have to settle for a minor league deal but could compete for a roster spot during Spring Training.
Source: Alex SpeierRotoBaller.com
Fri Jul 28 202320:11Matt Barnes Moved To 60-Day Injured List
Miami Marlins right-hander Matt Barnes (hip) was moved to the 60-day injured list on Friday to make room for new reliever David Robertson, who the team acquired in a trade with the New York Mets. Barnes had left hip femoral acetabular impingement surgery on Tuesday and remains at home in Connecticut. He will do at-home rest and therapy for two to three weeks, and the recovery timeline before he can resume baseball activities is three months. Barnes' 2023 season is essentially over unless the Fish make a deep postseason run. The 33-year-old initially slipped on the mound in the middle of may against the San Francisco Giants when he suffered his hip impingement. He had a 5.48 ERA, 1.64 WHIP and 20 K's in 21 1/3 innings at the time of his injury.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Tue Jun 20 202312:29Matt Barnes Resumes Throwing
Miami Marlins relief pitcher Matt Barnes (hip) played catch on Monday in Miami and will be re-evaluated. He slipped on the mound in the middle of May in San Francisco, which led to his left-hip impingement. Barnes played through the injury, but it bothered him off and on for the next 10 days before he and the training staff decided he needed to take some time off to heal. The 33-year-old is slowly recovering, but he'll most likely need at least a couple minor-league rehab appearances before the Marlins decide to reinstate him from the injured list. Barnes currently has a 5.48 ERA (4.17 FIP), 1.64 WHIP, 10 walks and 20 strikeouts in 21 1/3 innings over 24 outings (one start) in his first year with the Fish in 2023.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Mon Jan 30 202314:59Marlins Acquire Matt Barnes From Red Sox
The Boston Red Sox and Miami Marlins have reportedly made a deal, per a tweet from The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal on Monday morning. According to Rosenthal's tweet, Boston is trading reliever Matt Barnes to Miami for fellow relief pitcher Richard Bleier. Barnes pitched to a 4.31 ERA, a 3.87 FIP, 34 strikeouts, and 21 walks in 39.2 innings for Boston last season while adding eight saves and four holds. Bleier, meanwhile, turned in a 3.55 ERA and a 3.27 FIP in 50.2 innings for the Marlins, while adding 32 strikeouts, 10 walks, seven holds and a save. Of the duo, Barnes likely has more potential for save opportunities this coming season in Miami than Bleier does in Boston given Kenley Jansen's presence at the back end of the Red Sox bullpen.
Source: Ken RosenthalRotoBaller.com
Wed Jan 25 202300:17Matt Barnes Designated For Assignment Tuesday
The Boston Red Sox officially designated relief pitcher Matt Barnes for assignment on Tuesday, per the Athletic's Jen McCaffrey. The move was made to make room for recently-signed outfielder Adam Duvall. The 32-year-old righty did see some high-leverage situations over the course of the 2022 season but ended with an 0-4 record, eight of 10 save opportunities converted, and four holds to go with a 4.31 ERA, 1.44 WHIP, and 19.3% strikeout rate. He also missed time in the middle of the season with right shoulder inflammation. Barnes did earn 24 saves for the Red Sox in 2021, so he may be able to find a high-leverage spot with another team.
Source: Jen McCaffrey - Twitter.comRotoBaller.com
Tue Oct 4 202200:34Matt Barnes Earns Seventh Save Of Season Monday
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Barnes picked up his seventh save of the season in Monday's 4-3 win over the Rays. Barnes came in to close things out with a one-run lead. He got the first out on a groundout, allowed a triple, but then was able to get the tying run out at home on a fielder's choice before getting the final out on another groundout. Barnes has seen two of the team's last four save opportunities, but the Red Sox have used a number of pitchers in the late innings throughout the season. Barnes has not pitched particularly well this season, posting a 4.42 ERA with a 4.89 BB/9 rate. His fantasy value in 2023 will depend on his role, but his value will be limited either way if he does not pitch better.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
Tue Aug 16 202222:08Matt Barnes Notches Third Save On Tuesday
Boston Red Sox pitcher Matt Barnes struck out two over a scoreless inning to earn the save during Tuesday's 5-3 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. He entered the ninth inning to protect a two-run lead. The 32-year-old needed 10 pitches to record his third save of the year. Barnes has struggled this season with a 6.45 ERA, 1.52 WHIP, and a 20:14 K: BB across 22 1/3 innings. The right-hander has pitched well as of late, allowing just one run over his last 5 1/3 innings. With Tanner Houck (back) on the injured list, the Red Sox could turn to Barnes as the team's primary closer. Fantasy managers searching for saves can look to add Barnes in most league formats.
Source: MLBRotoBaller.com
Wed Jul 27 202211:24Matt Barnes Could Return Next Week
Boston Red Sox reliever Matt Barnes (shoulder), who has been on the 15-day injured list since May 31 with right shoulder inflammation, will make another minor league rehab outing for Double-A Portland this week, according to manager Alex Cora. Barnes will then throw in back-to-back games on Friday and Saturday for Portland. Cora said there's a chance that the right-hander can return next week. Barnes has a rough 7.94 ERA, 5.30 FIP and 1.71 WHIP in 17 innings for the Red Sox this year and will likely be eased into low-leverage innings out of the bullpen when he returns. The 32-year-old pitched for Triple-A Worcester last Friday and Saturday, and his fastball was at 94-95 mph on Friday.
Source: MassLive.com - Christopher SmithRotoBaller.com
Wed Jul 13 202221:39Matt Barnes Shifted To The 60-Day Injured List
Boston Red Sox pitcher Matt Barnes (shoulder) was transferred to the 60-day injured list Wednesday. He won't be eligible to return until the end of July. The 32-year-old has been sidelined since May 31 with fluid buildup in his shoulder. He posted a 7.94 ERA, 1.71 WHIP, 14 strikeouts and 12 walks in 20 appearances for the Red Sox before he landed on the injured list. Barnes will likely be in a low-leverage role once he returns to action. The move to the 60-day injured list will give the right-hander more time to work on his control issues. Fantasy managers outside of deep-league formats can move on from the right-hander.
Source: Boston Red SoxRotoBaller.com
Tue Jun 7 202214:07Matt Barnes Could Be Back Soon
Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora said that the team remains hopeful that relief pitcher Matt Barnes (shoulder) will miss the minimum time on the injured list and return to the team on June 15. Barnes felt pain in his shoulder while warming up on May 30 and was put on the injured list the following day. The right-hander is dealing with fluid in his right shoulder after undergoing an MRI exam. Barnes has two saves this year, but he just hasn't been the same pitcher since the second half of last year. He allowed 15 earned runs on 17 hits while striking out 14 and walking 12 in 17 innings before going on the injured list. At best, Barnes will be involved in a closing committee in Boston when he returns.
Source: MLB.com - Sonja ChenRotoBaller.com
Wed Jun 1 202219:17Matt Barnes Placed On Injured List
The Boston Red Sox placed right-handed reliever Matt Barnes (shoulder) on the 15-day injured list on Wednesday with right shoulder inflammation and reinstated left-hander Matt Strahm from the COVID-19 injured list in a corresponding move. Barnes' injured list placement is retroactive to May 31. Ever since the second half of last year, Barnes has really struggled, and he's allowed 15 earned runs in 17 innings while recording two saves, striking out 14 and walking 12 in his 20 relief appearances for Boston this year. With the 31-year-old struggling, the Red Sox have had to turn to a closer-by-committee approach featuring Jake Diekman and John Schreiber. Strahm could also enter the mix now that he's back in the bullpen.
Source: Red Sox TwitterRotoBaller.com
Sat Apr 23 202208:07Matt Barnes Records His First Save In Friday's Win
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Barnes closed out the team's 4-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Friday to earn his first save of the year. Jake Diekman initially came on to start the ninth inning, but struggled with his command, walking three batters while recording two outs. Barnes then came in to face the final batter, Wander Franco, with the bases loaded and he managed to get Franco to ground out. Barnes has been dealing with back trouble throughout the early going this year, but Red Sox manager Alex Cora has repeatedly stated that Barnes will be the team's closer once he is back to form. He should be rostered in all fantasy leagues as there's a chance he will be the team's primary closer going forward now.
Source: ESPNRotoBaller.com
Wed Apr 20 202216:49Alex Cora Says Matt Barnes Will Be The Closer When Ready
On Wednesday, Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora gave a few key updates on relief pitcher Matt Barnes (back). First, Cora said that Barnes is "getting close to himself." The reliever has been dealing with back stiffness and it has resulted in limited usage for him out of the gate this year, though he's avoided the injured list thus far. Second, Cora said that once Barnes is back to being himself, the team will "use him in the ninth." This is big news from Cora as the team has been going with something of a committee approach for the ninth inning this year. Barnes should be rostered in all fantasy leagues as it sounds as if he'll be closing for the team once again in just a short matter of time.
Source: Jen McCaffreyRotoBaller.com
Sun Apr 10 202219:12Matt Barnes Remains Out On Sunday
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Barnes (back) won't be available for Sunday's game against the New York Yankees. Barnes continues to deal with back stiffness, but is hopeful to avoid a trip to the injured list. The Red Sox are hopeful that Barnes will be available out of the bullpen on Monday. Until then, the Red Sox are likely to use a bullpen by committee. Although, Hansel Robles and Garrett Whitlock are the favorites to get the ball in the ninth inning.
Source: Jen McCaffreyRotoBaller.com
Fri Apr 8 202219:50Matt Barnes Unavailable On Friday
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Barnes (back) was unavailable for Friday's game against the New York Yankees. The right-hander was sidelined due to back stiffness, according to manager Alex Cora. Fantasy managers have a bit more clarity now why Hansel Robles came in during the ninth inning. He was followed by Jake Diekman and Ryan Brasier during the 10th inning. The Red Sox are expected to use a committee approach until Barnes returns. Luckily, Barnes is considered day-to-day, so fantasy managers shouldn't have to wait too long.
Source: Rob BradfordRotoBaller.com
Fri Oct 15 202120:01Matt Barnes Left Off ALCS Roster
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Barnes isn't on the team's roster for their American League Championship Series matchup against the Houston Astros. Barnes pitched to a 3.79 ERA and a 3.21 FIP in 54.2 innings during the regular season but gave up 11 hits and five earned runs in his last 6.2 innings down the stretch. He initially wasn't on Boston's roster for the Division Series, but was added to the roster after fellow pitcher Garrett Richards suffered a left hamstring strain. Barnes allowed two walks and a hit while striking out a batter in a scoreless inning in his only appearance during the Division Series. That outing came during Boston's Game 2 win.
Source: Boston Red SoxRotoBaller.com
Sat Oct 9 202121:07Matt Barnes Replaces Garrett Richards On Playoff Roster
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Barnes replaced Garrett Richards (hamstring) on the playoff roster after Richards suffered a hamstring strain during his daily conditioning routine. Barnes threw an inning in Friday's Game 2 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays, allowing a hit and two walks and striking out one batter. Manager Alex Cora bemoaned the heavy early season workload for Barnes, but Boston has little choice but to count on him for the rest of this series at least. Richards will not be eligible to return to the roster until the World Series, should Boston advance that far.
Source: Chris CotilloRotoBaller.com
Thu Oct 7 202116:17Matt Barnes Left Off ALDS Roster
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Barnes isn't on the team's American League Division Series roster. The Red Sox announced their roster for the next round of the playoffs on Thursday, but it didn't include the veteran reliever. Barnes pitched to a 3.79 ERA and a 3.21 FIP in 54.2 innings during the regular season. He also recorded 84 strikeouts while allowing 20 walks. For as well as Barnes pitched at times this season, he also struggled down the stretch, allowing 15 hits, nine earned runs, eight walks, and a pair of home runs in his last 9.1 innings. Hansel Robles, Garrett Richards, and Garrett Whitlock are all candidates to see save opportunities against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Source: Boston Red SoxRotoBaller.com
Fri Sep 17 202123:30Matt Barnes Returns From COVID List, Strikes Out Two
Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Matt Barnes was reinstated from the COVID list prior to Friday night's game against the Baltimore Orioles. He pitched the eighth inning, allowing one hit and one walk while striking out two batters in a scoreless inning. Barnes was removed from the closer role before testing positive for COVID, so fantasy managers should not expect him to receive save changes right away. He does not need to be held on rosters for the time being, but with the bullpen roles in flux, Barnes is worth keeping an eye on as he was extremely effective for the first half of the year.
Source: MLB.comRotoBaller.com
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