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Final Farewell: Veteran Catcher Austin Barnes Joins Giants After 11 Seasons With Rival Dodgers.Yen

July 1, 2025 by mrs a

In a move that marks the end of an era and the start of a new chapter, longtime Los Angeles Dodgers catcher Austin Barnes has officially joined the San Francisco Giants organization after spending 11 seasons in Dodger blue.

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Barnes, known for his leadership, defensive skill, and postseason poise, had become a fan favorite and clubhouse cornerstone in Los Angeles. He was part of multiple playoff runs and played a key role in the Dodgers’ 2020 World Series championship.

Now, the 34-year-old backstop is taking his experience north to the division-rival Giants, a move that surprised many across the league. While details of the deal have yet to be fully disclosed, the change of scenery offers Barnes an opportunity to bring his veteran presence to a younger roster and potentially carve out more playing time behind the plate.

“L.A. will always be a part of me,” Barnes has said in previous interviews. “I’m proud of everything we accomplished there, but I’m excited for what’s next.”

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For the Giants, adding a catcher with playoff pedigree and deep knowledge of NL West opponents could prove to be a strategic edge. For Barnes, it’s a rare chance to redefine his career in the final stretch — and possibly spark one of the season’s most intriguing comeback stories.

As the 2025 season heats up, all eyes will be on Barnes not just for his performance, but for how he handles the high-stakes shift from one side of a historic rivalry to the other.

 

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