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    MattBarnes

    Washington Nationals
    • Washington NationalsNationals
    • #41
    • Relief PitcherRP
    • HT/WT
      6' 4", 208 lbs
    • Birthdate
      6/17/1990 (36)
    • BAT/THR
      Right/Right
    • HT/WT
      6' 4", 208 lbs
    • Birthdate
      6/17/1990 (36)
    • BAT/THR
      Right/Right
    • Birthplace
      Danbury, CT
    • Status
      Minors

    2024 season stats

    • SV
      0
      150+
      ERA
      6.75
      K
      10
      150+
      WHIP
      1.50
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