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Mets sign Craig Kimbrel, Austin Barnes to minors deals

The New York Mets signed reliever Craig Kimbrel and catcher Austin Barnes to minor league contracts on Thursday with invitations to spring training. Terms were not disclosed, but The Athletic previously reported that Kimbrel will earn a base salary of $2.5 million if he makes the major league roster.

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Mets' active offseason continues with signing of two-time World Series champion catcher Austin Barnes

The New York Mets lost Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz in free agency. However, things have quickly changed in Queens after a flurry of moves.

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The Rule 5 draft, held annually at the winter meetings in December, never garners much fanfare, but it has been known to yield some noteworthy transactions.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / November 12

2025 Dodgers season review: Austin Barnes

The 11-season run by Austin Barnes with the Dodgers ended when the veteran backstop was released in May. Dalton Rushing was ready in the wings, and the Dodgers were set on defending their World Series title by improving the team in any way they could.

MLB News / Field Level Media / August 4

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 their Triple-A Sacramento roster.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / August 4

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 minor league deal with the Giants June 27 after the Dodgers shockingly designated him for assignment and released him in May to bring in top prospect Dalton Rushing.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 19

Dodgers Predicted to Make Major Addition to Lineup Ahead of Trade Deadline

The Los Angeles Dodgers have made it abundantly clear the organization's goal is to return to the World Series for a second straight season. This was evident soon after the Dodgers hoisted the Commissioner's Trophy at Yankee Stadium and headlined the offseason by signing Blake Snell to a five-year, $182 million deal.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 4

Austin Barnes Wishes He Could Have Been Present For Clayton Kershaw’s 3,000th Strikeout

Clayton Kershaw became the 20th member of the 3,000-strikeout club on Wednesday against the Chicago White Sox, but his longtime batterymate Austin Barnes was unfortunately not around to witness it firsthand.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Dodger Blue / July 3

CC Sabathia, Former Dodgers Austin Barnes & Jack Flaherty React To Clayton Kershaw Reaching 3,000 Strikeouts

Clayton Kershaw added another milestone to his Hall of Fame resume when he reached 3,000 career strikeouts in the Los Angeles Dodgers’ 5-4 win over the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / July 2

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 National League pennants, and a pair of World Series victories, the longest-tenured position player entering 2025 now finds himself as a member of the bitter rivals up North.

MLB News / Field Level Media / June 30

Giants sign C Austin Barnes to minor-league deal

Catcher Austin Barnes signed a minor-league contract with the San Francisco Giants. The 35-year-old Barnes is expected to train at the Giants' rookie facility in Arizona.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / June 30

Former Dodger Barnes joins Giants on minor-league deal

Barnes slashed .214/.233/.286 across 13 games with the Dodgers this season before being designated for assignment and eventually released. Another former longtime Dodger has found a new home after being released earlier this season.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / June 30

Former Dodgers World Series Champion Lands a Deal With Divisional Rival on Sunday

As the Los Angeles Dodgers turn towards younger prospects while continuing their pursuit of repeating as World Series champions in 2025, some well-known names haven't been with the team this season.

MLB News / Dodger Blue / June 29

Austin Barnes Signs Minor League Contract With San Francisco Giants

The San Francisco Giants signed Austin Barnes to a Minor League contract and assigned him to their Arizona Complex League affiliate. Barnes’ MLB profile page notes the signing was completed on Friday, and he was assigned to the Giants’ rookie league affiliate on Sunday.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Athlon Sports / May 26

Dodgers' Freddie Freeman upset after latest decisions by team?

The Los Angeles Dodgers have made decisions that weren't easy over the past few weeks by designating Austin Barnes and Chris Taylor for assignment.

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Los Angeles Dodgers News / LAFB Network / May 23

‘It Does Suck’: Los Angeles Dodgers Leader Breaks Silence on Brutal Roster News

In a week marked by tough decisions, the Los Angeles Dodgers parted ways with two of their longest-tenured players — catcher Austin Barnes and utility man Chris Taylor.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / True Blue LA / May 23

Rushing filling in void left by Austin Barnes

The promotion of catcher Dalton Rushing help fill in the gap left by Austin Barnes’ departure, and through his first week at the major league level, the rookie has made his mark as a solid option behind Will Smith.

Athletics News / Dodger Blue / May 21

Los Angeles Dodgers Release Austin Barnes After DFA

The Los Angeles Dodgers released Austin Barnes, making him a free agent who can sign with any team once clearing release waivers if he has not already done so.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 21

Dodgers release Austin Barnes

The Dodgers have released catcher Austin Barnes, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. He’ll be free to sign a contract with any club once he clears release waivers, if he hasn’t already done so.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 17

Dodgers' Andrew Friedman Breaks Silence on Austin Barnes DFA Decision

The Los Angeles Dodgers made the shocking decision to move on from Austin Barnes as they designated the longtime catcher for assignment earlier this week.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / May 15

Former Dodgers All-Star Reacts to Austin Barnes' Shocking DFA

Although catchers are generally well-known to contribute to a pitcher's success by calling a good game behind the plate, individual recognition can be hard to attain.