The Los Angeles Dodgers have been hit with another tough break as manager Dave Roberts shared troubling news regarding the fitness of veteran catcher Austin Barnes. The 34-year-old, known for his experience and steady presence behind the plate, has been dropped from the starting roster due to a deep injury.
Barnes, who has played 44 games this season, has been a reliable backup to Will Smith, batting .241 with one home run and eight RBIs. His absence leaves a noticeable gap in the Dodgers’ lineup as the team continues to navigate a season already plagued by injuries.
Details about the severity of Barnes’ injury remain sparse, but the situation is serious enough to warrant his removal from the active roster. The Dodgers have called up catching prospect Hunter Feduccia as they look to fill the void left by Barnes.
This setback is yet another challenge for a Dodgers team that has had more than its fair share of injury woes this season. The hope now is that Barnes can recover quickly and return to bolster the team as they push forward.
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