Dodgers lose Charlie Barnes to free agency before Skubal trade
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 3:40 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
The Los Angeles Dodgers parted ways with left-handed reliever Charlie Barnes on August 2, 2026, just hours before the announcement of ace Tarik Skubal's acquisition from the Detroit Tigers. Barnes opted out of his contract after struggling with a 7.50 ERA over limited innings with the Dodgers. His exit falls amid the Dodgers' attempts to reshape their pitching staff for a third consecutive postseason run. The team seeks reinforcements as it prepares for the rest of the season, while Barnes looks for a new opportunity after a tough stint.
- •Charlie Barnes opted out of his Dodgers contract on August 2.
- •Barnes had a 7.50 ERA over 12 innings for Los Angeles this season.
- •His departure coincided with the acquisition of Tarik Skubal.
- •Barnes had performed better in Triple-A with a 4.39 ERA.
- •The Dodgers are reworking their bullpen ahead of the postseason.
- 3:40 PMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Veteran Cuts Ties With Team Just Before Tarik Skubal Trade
"The Los Angeles Dodgers lost a 30-year-old southpaw hours before their acquisition of the Detroit Tigers’ superstar ace was announced.
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