Summary
The New York Mets released Austin Barnes, a baseball player with significant past success but limited recent achievements. Despite performing well in spring training, Barnes did not make the Mets' opening day roster and now faces options such as joining a minor league team, finding another major league opportunity, or retiring.
Key Facts
- Austin Barnes played for the Los Angeles Dodgers for 11 years and won two World Series championships.
- He joined the New York Mets on a minor-league contract in January.
- Barnes played eight spring training games for the Mets, getting five hits, including three doubles.
- The Mets released him because he did not make their opening day roster.
- Barnes is 36 years old and considering his future options, including retirement or playing in the minors.
- The Mets have sufficient depth in the catcher position, making it challenging for Barnes to secure a spot.
- Barnes has played 612 regular-season games in Major League Baseball and hit a home run in a World Series game.
