The Reds have signed left-hander Charlie Barnes to a minor league contract after he spent the last few seasons with the Lotte Giants in Korea. Barnes was released following a shoulder injury that required a two-month recovery. He has prior MLB experience, with a 5.92 ERA over nine games with the Twins in 2021. Barnes was effective for Lotte in his first three seasons but struggled this past season before being shut down due to injury. He is expected to join Triple-A Louisville for depth and potential call-up opportunities.
The Reds are in agreement with left-hander Charlie Barnes on a minor league contract, following his time with the Lotte Giants in Korea.
Barnes, who suffered a shoulder injury and was released in May, had a 5.32 ERA across eight starts this season.
Barnes has big league experience, with a career 5.92 ERA in nine appearances with the Twins during the 2021 season.
The 29-year-old is expected to report to Triple-A Louisville to provide depth in the rotation or long relief as he aims for a late-season recall.
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