The Los Angeles Dodgers’ season has been marred by a string of injuries, and the latest blow comes with the news that catcher Austin Barnes is now sidelined. The team has been dealing with injuries across the roster, and this development only adds to their challenges.
According to Dodgers Daily, catching prospect Hunter Feduccia is being called back up to the majors, joining Max Muncy and Tommy Edman. Specifics regarding Barnes’ injury have not been disclosed yet.
This season, Barnes has maintained a .241 batting average, with one home run and eight RBIs over 44 games. As a reliable backup to Will Smith, Barnes has been a steady presence behind the plate, so the hope is that his injury isn’t severe.
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Feduccia, who made a brief major league appearance earlier this year against the San Diego Padres, didn’t record a hit in his lone at-bat. However, he has been performing well at the Triple-A level, where the left-handed hitter has posted a .282 batting average, with six home runs and 46 RBIs.
It’s unclear how long Feduccia will stay with the Dodgers this time around, but this could be a significant opportunity for him to showcase his talent and prove his worth to the organization.
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