Dodgers claim Charlie Barnes off waivers from Cubs

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The Dodgers claimed pitcher Charlie Barnes off waivers from the Cubs, enhancing their starting pitcher depth. Barnes has a 3.04 ERA in Triple-A this season and previously pitched in the majors with the Twins.

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Dodgers claimed Charlie Barnes off waivers from Cubs
Barnes has a 3.04 ERA in Triple-A this season
He previously pitched in the majors with the Minnesota Twins
Tommy Edman moved to the 60-day injured list to make room for Barnes
Edman is recovering from right ankle surgery

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PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - APRIL 13: Charlie Barnes #58 of the Chicago Cubs throws a pitch against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park on April 13, 2026 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The Phillies defeated the Cubs 13-7. (Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images) | Getty Images LOS ANGELES — The Dodgers claimed pitcher Charlie Barnes off waivers from the Chicago Cubs on Saturday, adding to their potential starting pitcher depth. Barnes pitched once for the Cubs this season, allowing four runs (three earned) in three innings of bulk relief on April 13. Most of the left-hander’s work this season has been at Triple-A Iowa, where he had a 3.04 ERA in seven games, including four starts, with 27 strikeouts and 12 walks in 26 2/3 innings. The 30-year-old pitcher pitched in the majors in 2021 with the Minnesota Twins before heading to Korea to pitch four seasons for the Lotte Giants in the KBO. He put up a combined 3.58 ERA in 94 starts overseas, with 516 strikeouts and 166 walks in 553 innings. Barnes signed a minor league contract with Chicago in January. Barnes entered the season with 37 days of major league service time, and is using his second option year, along with 2021. He was optioned twice by Chicago after opening day, and was in the minors when he was designated for assignment on Wednesday by the Cubs. Though the Dodgers don’t expect to miss much time , their depth is a bit tested . They have no other healthy starting pitchers on the 40-man roster other than , who was used solely in short relief during his three-week stint in the majors. Eder is starting on Saturday for Triple-A Oklahoma City , so presumably he’ll build back up. To make room for Barnes on the 40-man roster, was moved to the 60-day injured list. That means the earliest Edman could return is May 21, but he won’t be ready by then anyway. He’s behind fellow 60-day IL-er , who . Edman went through workouts at Dodger Stadium on Friday but has had a slow recovery .

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What are Charlie Barnes' career statistics in the KBO?

Charlie Barnes had a combined 3.58 ERA in 94 starts in the KBO, with 516 strikeouts and 166 walks in 553 innings.

Why did the Dodgers claim Charlie Barnes from the Cubs?

The Dodgers claimed Barnes to bolster their starting pitcher depth, especially with Tyler Glasnow's recent injury concerns.

What is Tommy Edman's injury status after the Dodgers moved him to the 60-day IL?

Tommy Edman is on the 60-day injured list due to a slow recovery from right ankle surgery, with the earliest return date set for May 21.

Dodgers claim Charlie Barnes off waivers from Cubs

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