José Barrero is a free agent after the Orioles removed the 28-year-old utility player from their 40-man roster. He struggled in limited major league action and spent most of the season in Triple-A, where his power and versatility may help him find another minor league opportunity.

By the Numbers
  • In 2 games with Baltimore, Barrero went 1-for-6.
  • At Triple-A, he hit .202/.305/.400 with 23 home runs and 13 steals in 499 plate appearances.
  • Across 6 major league seasons, he has hit .182/.238/.256 with a 36.2% strikeout rate in 484 plate appearances.
  • He has played nearly 750 innings in center field, plus more than 500 at third base and 300 at second.
Yes, But

Barrero’s major league record is poor, and his overall Triple-A line is a modest .227/.311/.438 across 1,777 plate appearances. Still, he has shown power in the minors and can cover several positions, including shortstop and center field.

What's Next

Barrero will seek a new minor league opportunity this winter.

Bottom Line

His prospect pedigree has not translated into major league production, but his positional range and occasional minor league power could earn him another chance in an organization looking for depth.