Dodgers Veteran Cuts Ties With Team Just Before Tarik Skubal Trade The Los Angeles Dodgers' pursuit of upgrades dominated headlines as the trade deadline approached, but a quieter departure slipped under the radar.
Charlie Barnes, a veteran left hander who provided emergency depth for the team, opted out of his contract and elected free agency just hours before news of the blockbuster deal broke.
Barnes' decision to leave the organization might be seen as a calculated move, allowing him to start fresh after a tumultuous season. His struggles in limited major league action – an unimpressive 7.