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White Sox catcher Joey Bart fractured the fifth metacarpal in his left hand after being hit by a 98 mph fastball from Erik Miller; he was replaced by Drew Romo and is expected to land on the injured list. Chicago will likely turn to Edgar Quero or other catcher options as Kyle Teel heals, with potential trades or minor-league additions under consideration.
Joey Bart makes his Atlanta debut catching and batting seventh for the Braves, while Michael Harris II returns to the lineup in the 4:10 p.m. EDT game at Truist Park against the Milwaukee Brewers, with Drake Baldwin DHing and Mauricio Dubón leading off.
The Pirates traded Joey Bart to the Braves for reliever Hunter Stratton, clearing the catching logjam. Endy Rodriguez will handle most of the catching duties with Henry Davis as the defensive backup, and Paul Skenes serving as Rodriguez’s personal catcher. The move signals confidence in Rodriguez’s bat and in Davis’s defense, while Marcell Ozuna has earned another opportunity to contribute, though a DFA remains unlikely for now. The piece also touches on how Carmen Mlodzinski/Jared Jones usage and Konnor Griffin’s rehab progress may affect the rotation and lineup going forward.
Braves acquire Joey Bart, a strong offensive catcher whose defense (notably framing) lags, prompting debate on whether the move signals prioritizing batting value over defense at catcher or is just a value-driven swap against veteran defensive options.
The Braves acquired catcher Joey Bart from the Pirates for right-hander Hunter Stratton, designating Sandy León for assignment to clear a 40-man roster spot. Bart, a former Giants top prospect whose major-league career has been hampered by injuries and inconsistent hitting, will begin rehab in Atlanta’s system and competes for a path back to the majors behind Drake Baldwin.
The Braves traded reliever Hunter Stratton to the Pirates for catcher Joey Bart, designating Sandy León for assignment; Bart is on the injured list but expected to be activated soon and bolster Atlanta’s catching depth, while Stratton heads back to Pittsburgh after a brief Braves stint.
In a midseason swap, the Atlanta Braves traded reliever Hunter Stratton to the Pittsburgh Pirates for catcher Joey Bart. Atlanta designated Sandy León to clear a 40-man spot; Stratton will report to Triple-A Indianapolis and won’t join the Pirates’ MLB club for now. Bart, on the 10-day injured list with a left-foot infection, is expected to be activated by Atlanta, which will take on Bart’s $2.53 million salary (about $1.3 million remaining) and a 20% luxury-tax overage. The Pirates already rely on Endy Rodríguez as their catcher, with Henry Davis on the roster, while the Braves hope Bart can provide a capable backup behind the dish.
Pirates catcher Joey Bart is attracting trade interest from teams seeking a left-handed bench bat, especially against southpaws, with potential fits including the Royals, Padres, Rays, and Mets. His recent strong performance against lefties and remaining team control through 2027 make him a valuable asset, though the Pirates face a decision on whether to trade him or hold onto him for his potential upside.
The article reports on key MLB player updates: Bryce Harper will be re-evaluated after being hit by a pitch, Corey Seager is expected to return from injury, and Joey Bart is under evaluation following a head injury, impacting their respective teams' lineups.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have placed pitcher Martín Pérez and catcher Joey Bart on the injured list, with Pérez suffering a left groin strain and Bart dealing with a left thumb injury. In response, the team reinstated third baseman Ke’Bryan Hayes and promoted catcher Grant Koch, who will make his MLB debut. The Pirates will rely on their current rotation and may consider additional pitching options if needed.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have acquired former top catching prospect Joey Bart from the San Francisco Giants in exchange for right-hander Austin Strickland. Bart, the 2018 second overall pick, joins the Pirates as they make room for him on the roster by designating reliever Colin Selby for assignment and placing backup catcher Jason Delay on the injured list. The Pirates, currently 5-0 on the season, are set to face the Washington Nationals after a scheduled off day.
The San Francisco Giants traded catcher Joey Bart to the Pittsburgh Pirates, who are off to a 5-0 start this season. Bart, once seen as the successor to Buster Posey, struggled to secure a long-term spot with the Giants. The Pirates have depth at the catcher position, and it's uncertain where Bart will fit in. Pittsburgh sent minor league right-handed pitcher Austin Strickland to the Giants in exchange for Bart.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have acquired catcher Joey Bart from the San Francisco Giants in exchange for minor league righty Austin Strickland. Bart, the second overall pick in the 2018 draft, struggled in the majors, leading to his move to Pittsburgh. The Pirates designated right-hander Colin Selby for assignment to make room for Bart on the roster. Bart's arrival adds complexity to the Pirates' catching situation, especially with the impending return of Yasmani Grandal from the IL. The Giants received a lottery ticket in Strickland, a promising prospect with a three-pitch mix.
The Pittsburgh Pirates have acquired catcher Joey Bart, a former No. 2 pick, from the San Francisco Giants in exchange for pitcher Will Bednar and catcher Andrew Susac. Bart, who was the second overall pick in the 2018 MLB draft, is expected to bolster the Pirates' lineup with his strong defensive skills and promising offensive potential.
The San Francisco Giants designated former No. 2 pick Joey Bart for assignment to make room for right-hander Daulton Jefferies, acknowledging that Bart's talent level was rising but they ran out of ways to keep him in the organization. Manager Bob Melvin expressed that Bart handled the situation well and wished him the best, recognizing that Bart may now have a better opportunity elsewhere after playing just 162 games for the Giants over four seasons.