On Friday night, the Los Angeles Dodgers will play their first game after the All-Star break when they visit the New York Yankees in the Bronx.
Before the All-Star break, the team designated Charlie Barnes for assignment.
The Dodgers wrote (via X) on July 11: “The Dodgers reinstated RHP Landon Knack from the injured list and optioned RHP Kyle Hurt to Triple-A Oklahoma City. In order to make room for Knack on the 40-man roster, the Dodgers designated LHP Charlie Barnes for assignment.”
Barnes had been in the middle of his first season with the Dodgers.
He went 0-1 with a 7.00 ERA in three games.
Dodgers Officially Release 30-Year-Old Pitcher
GettyCharlie Barnes #85 of the Minnesota Twins looks on as Aaron Judge #99 of the New York Yankees rounds third base after hitting a two run home run in the second inning at Yankee Stadium on August 20, 2021 in New York City.
It’s now been announced that Barnes has elected free agency (after he was outrighted).
Anthony Franco of MLB Trade Rumors wrote: “Barnes elected free agency”
The 30-year-old had been acquired by the Dodgers (via the Chicago Cubs) in May.
The Dodgers wrote (via X) on May 9: “The Dodgers claimed LHP Charlie Barnes from the Chicago Cubs. In order to make room on the 40-man roster, the Dodgers transferred IF/OF Tommy Edman to the 60-day injured list.”
Barnes could end up being a good addition to another team for pitching depth at some point this season.
There is also the chance that he returns to the Dodgers on a Minor League deal.
GettyCharlie Barnes #85 of the Minnesota Twins pitches in the first inning during their game against the Cincinnati Reds at Great American Ball Park on August 04, 2021 in Cincinnati, Ohio.
In addition to the Cubs and Dodgers, Barnes has also spent time with the Minnesota Twins over two seasons in the MLB.
He has gone 0-4 with a 6.30 ERA in 13 career games (eight starts).
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GettyManager Dave Roberts #30 of the Los Angeles Dodgers watches from the dugout during the MLB game at Chase Field on June 03, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona.
The Dodgers are currently the top team in the National League West with a 61-36 record in 97 games.
They have gone 5-5 over their last ten games (and are 30-17 in 47 games on the road).
Following three games in New York, the Dodgers will visit Bryce Harper and the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday night.
Los Angeles Dodgers Officially Release 30-Year-Old Pitcher Before Yankees Game