Colorado Rockies: Grading and Analyzing the 2016 Outfielders

Aug 31, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Colorado Rockies left fielder David Dahl (26) and center fielder Charlie Blackmon (19) and right fielder Carlos Gonzalez (5) congratulate each other following the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field. The Rockies defeated the Dodgers 7-0. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 31, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; Colorado Rockies left fielder David Dahl (26) and center fielder Charlie Blackmon (19) and right fielder Carlos Gonzalez (5) congratulate each other following the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Coors Field. The Rockies defeated the Dodgers 7-0. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports /
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BRANDON BARNES: 2016 GRADE C- (fWAR -0.2)

In 2016, Brandon Barnes served as the Rockies’ fifth outfielder. As a result of his established role, Barnes bounced around between the majors and minors quite a bit, handling each assignment like a true professional. Offensively speaking, Barnes has seen better days. In total, Barnes only managed a pedestrian .220/.250/.320 line and because of this he has not been retained by the club.

In retrospect, Barnes was never meant to be an offensive force for Colorado. Barnes’ role was to be a sparkplug and play above average defense. Both of which Barnes did almost to perfection. Known as a prankster and all-around great clubhouse guy, Barnes kept the mood light through some tough times in Colorado.

Although Barnes will no longer be wearing purple and black, Barnes’ major league service may not be over. As an appreciation for his style of play, Barnes has signed a minor league contract with the Miami Marlins and is expected to fill a similar role there. In the end, Barnes’ attitude, hustle, and ability to play the game the correct way will always be appreciated by the fans in Denver.