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Newsweek
a day ago
- Business
- Newsweek
Tucker Barnhart Elects to Leave Rangers for Free Agency
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Veteran catcher Tucker Barnhart has elected free agency, the Texas Rangers announced. Barnhart was designated for assignment by the Rangers, cleared waivers and rejected his outright assignment. More news: Dodgers Acquire Pitcher From Mariners in 2-Player Trade Now, he'll look for his next home in Major League Baseball. ARLINGTON, TEXAS - APRIL 17: Detail of a Texas Rangers hat and glove belonging to Josh Jung of the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on April 17, 2025 in Arlington, Texas. ARLINGTON, TEXAS - APRIL 17: Detail of a Texas Rangers hat and glove belonging to Josh Jung of the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on April 17, 2025 in Arlington, signed a minor league deal with the Rangers this past December. The 34-year-old began the season at Triple-A Round Rock, and earned a major league call up at the end of April when catcher Kyle Higashioka went on the injured list. Even after Higashioka was reinstated, he hung around on the active roster, but didn't receive much playing time. In eight games with the Rangers, Barnhart went 3-for-13 (.231) with an OPS of .564. Across 20 games at Triple-A this season, Barnhart hit .246 with two home runs, 12 RBIs and an OPS of .745. More news: Phillies' Bryce Harper Breaks Silence on Kyle Schwarber's Upcoming Free Agency Barnhart was initially drafted by the Cincinnati Reds in the 10th round of the 2009 MLB Draft. He debuted with the Reds in 2014, and would spend eight seasons in Cincinnati, developing into a solid starting catcher in MLB. Barnhart won Gold Glove awards in 2017 and 2020. He had double digit home runs in two seasons, and at least 40 RBIs in five seasons. Across 744 total games with the Reds, Barnhart slashed .248/.324/.371 with 51 home runs and 261 runs batted in. More news: Will Yankees Be Aggressive at Trade Deadline? MLB Insider Answers After the 2021 season, Barnhart was traded to the Detroit Tigers. He struggled to replicate his prior success, as he appeared in just 94 games with Detroit, hitting .221 with an OPS of .554. Barnhart then bounced around the league, joining the Chicago Cubs, Los Angeles Dodgers, Arizona Diamondbacks and Rangers, as well as a second stint with the Reds organization. He has appeared in a total of 82 games at the MLB level since 2023. Now, Barnhart will again look for his next MLB opportunity. Across 920 career games, he's slashed .241/.318/.351 with 53 home runs, 292 runs batted in and an OPS of .669. Barnhart should have no trouble finding another minor league opportunity. Then, he'll look to work his way back to MLB. More MLB News: All-Star Utility Man Announces Sudden Retirement From MLB Padres Urged to Acquire $49.5 Million Gold Glover to Fill Biggest Hole in Blockbuster Trade Yankees, Mets Tried to Sign All-Star Infielder, Who Spurned Them for MLB's Worst Team For more MLB news, head over to Newsweek Sports.
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Erie Cancer Wellness Center presented with nearly $26,000 donation
Erie Cancer Wellness Center in Millcreek Township received a generous donation from a North East business Friday. Barnhart Gives, the charitable arm of Barnhart Group, presented a check for just under $26,000 to the nonprofit this morning. Industrial chemical found in Erie Co. street drugs, says DA's office The money was raised at an annual charity sporting clay shoot held in April, thanks to the participation of 250 shooters. Barnhart employees chose the Erie Wellness Center as the fundraiser's recipient in alignment with their mission to give back to communities where they live and work. Tickets now available Erie Zoo's centennial Mane Event 'My legs are shaking. My heart is racing. This is probably the most incredible gift that we've received so far. Especially from an organization like Barnhart who does so much for the community. It's an honor,' said Jackie Wassel, executive director of the Erie Cancer Wellness Center. The funds are earmarked for children's programming. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Yahoo
Dirt bike rider killed in Jefferson County crash
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Mo. – A dirt bike rider was killed in a Jefferson County crash Friday evening after he struck another vehicle, according to the Missouri State Highway Patrol. MSHP reports that a 32-year-old man from Barnhart, Missouri, who was riding a 2024 Honda CRF450RWE dirt bike, died in the crash. The collision happened around 8:10 p.m. Friday on Moss Hollow Road and Moss Drive. WashU to strip anatomy leader's name from honors over ties to eugenics, human remains collection According to an MSHP crash report, the dirt bike rider was traveling north while the other motorist involved in the crash, driving a 2021 Toyota Tundra, was heading south and attempted to make a left turn onto Moss Drive. The dirt bike rider than applied brakes and tried to avoid the turning vehicle. Moments later, the dirt bike rider partially overturned, began to slide and hit the right side of the Tundra vehicle. He was ejected from his dirt bike. The dirt bike rider was pronounced dead at the scene and sent to a medical examiner's officer, per MSHP. MSHP Troop C, which covers much of the St. Louis region, is investigating the crash. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Fox Sports
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Fox Sports
Rangers select Tucker Barnhart from minors, Dane Dunning designated for assignment
Associated Press ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Texas Rangers selected catcher Tucker Barnhart from Triple-A Round Rock before Wednesday night's game against the Athletics and designated pitcher Dane Dunning for assignment. Barnhart was added to the big league roster after catcher Kyle Higashioka reported hamstring tightness. Barnhart, 34, has hit .246 in 20 games with Round Rock. He signed as a free agent with Texas in December after hitting .173 in 31 games with Arizona last season. Dunning made his only appearance with the Rangers this season Tuesday, pitching the final three innings in a 15-2 win over the Athletics to earn his first major league save. He made five starts for Round Rock before being recalled before Tuesday's game. Dunning, 30, was voted the Rangers' major league pitcher of the year in 2023, going 12-7 in 26 starts and 35 appearances with Texas going on to win the World Series for the first time in franchise history. ___ AP MLB: recommended
Yahoo
30-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Rangers select Tucker Barnhart from minors, Dane Dunning designated for assignment
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — The Texas Rangers selected catcher Tucker Barnhart from Triple-A Round Rock before Wednesday night's game against the Athletics and designated pitcher Dane Dunning for assignment. Barnhart was added to the big league roster after catcher Kyle Higashioka reported hamstring tightness. Advertisement Barnhart, 34, has hit .246 in 20 games with Round Rock. He signed as a free agent with Texas in December after hitting .173 in 31 games with Arizona last season. Dunning made his only appearance with the Rangers this season Tuesday, pitching the final three innings in a 15-2 win over the Athletics to earn his first major league save. He made five starts for Round Rock before being recalled before Tuesday's game. Dunning, 30, was voted the Rangers' major league pitcher of the year in 2023, going 12-7 in 26 starts and 35 appearances with Texas going on to win the World Series for the first time in franchise history. ___ AP MLB:
