Mets sign former Zambrano combatant Barrett

ESPNNewYork.com reports: On the same day the Cubs placed Carlos Zambrano on the restricted list after his latest blowup, the New York Mets confirmed they have signed former Cubs catcher Michael Barrett to a minor-league contract.Barrett, 33, has not played since 2009, when injuries ended his season with the Toronto Blue Jays. He will report to the Mets' Class A team at Port St. Lucie, Fla.Barrett is best remembered for brawling with Zambrano in 2007 and White Sox catcher A.J. Pierzynski in 2006.Get the full story: ESPNNewYork.com