AUGUST 20, 2021 • MLB.COM
Barrero '100%' open to playing center field CINCINNATI – Although it’s unlikely to happen imminently, shortstop Jose Barrero felt confident that he could make his professional debut in...
Notches first two hits of 2021 Barrero went 2-for-3 with a double in Wednesday's 7-1 loss to the Cubs.
Impact Barrero struggled in his first cup of coffee in the big leagues last year at age 22. He responded by slashing .303/.378/.532 with 17 homers and 15 steals in 80 games between Double-A and Triple-A to open 2021, earning another look in Cincinnati. Barrero is a top prospect in the organization, and his performance Wednesday was a bright spot for the Reds -- Barrero also turned a pair of double plays alongside Jonathan India. However, Kyle Farmer has emerged as a viable major-league shortstop this season and Barrero has no professional outfield experience, so there does not appear to be a path to regular at-bats at the moment.
AUGUST 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Reds notes: Michael Lorenzen staying on the attack; Jose Barrero learning the outfield Cincinnati Reds' Michael Lorenzen has pitched 9 2/3 scoreless innings since returning from a shoulder strain.
AUGUST 18, 2021 • CINCINNATI.COM
Reds recall No. 4 prospect Jose Barrero The Reds are recalling No. 4 prospect Jose Barrero from Triple-A Louisville, the club announced on Monday. Outfielder Jesse Winker was place...
AUGUST 16, 2021 • MLB.COM
Gets first MLB call-up of 2021 The Reds recalled Barrero from Triple-A Louisville on Monday.
Impact The 23-year-old infielder will be joining the big club for the first time in 2021 after getting a 24-game trial with Cincinnati during the pandemic-shortened 2020 campaign. With the benefit of playing on an everyday basis in the minors this season, Barrero has improved his plate approach and has tapped into more power, slugging 17 home runs between Louisville and Double-A Chattanooga in 2021 after having left the yard only 14 times in his first three professional seasons. Though Cincinnati views Barrero as a potential long-term solution in the middle infield, he may be relegated to a depth role during his upcoming stint in majors. Second baseman Jonathan India (.860 OPS) has been a National League Rookie of the Year frontrunner, while shortstop Kyle Farmer has overcome a sluggish start to the season to churn out a .971 OPS since the All-Star break.
AUGUST 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Even better since promotion Barrero has hit .299/.385/.555 with nine homers, seven steals, 30 RBI and 23 runs across 36 games since being promoted to Triple-A Louisville.
Impact The 23-year-old hasn't picked up a ton of hype, but he's certainly been earning it by mashing first at Double-A and now at Triple-A, where he's actually flashed an even better power stroke. Barrero made the unusual jump from High-A to the majors last year and struggled about as much as you'd expect from someone in that situation, but it looks like he'll be much better prepared the next time he gets the call to Cincy. There's still some swing-and-miss in his game, but his power-speed combo is enticing enough to be well worth the risk.
AUGUST 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Louisville Bat, who changed name to honor late mother, homers in MLB Futures Game Jose Barrero, formerly Jose Garcia, is ranked as the No. 4 prospect in the Cincinnati Reds organization.
JULY 12, 2021 • COURIER-JOURNAL.COM
Advances to Triple-A Barrero will make his Triple-A debut for Louisville on Tuesday, Charlie Goldsmith of The Cincinnati Enquirer reports.
Impact Barrero jumped all the way from High-A to the big-leagues last season but looked clearly overmatched, hitting .194/.206/.194 in 68 plate appearances. He's back on a standard development track this season. His promotion to Triple-A is well-earned based in his performance at Double-A Chattanooga, where he hit .300/.367/.481 with six homers and eight steals in 40 games.
JUNE 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Excelling since return Barrero (personal), who left Double-A Chattanooga for just over a week in late May, is hitting .333/.385/.417 with a home run, a stolen base, nine RBI and 10 runs in his 12 games s...
Impact Barrero took some time away from baseball to mourn the passing of his mother, who died due to complications related to COVID-19. Upon returning to action, the 23-year-old shortstop was quickly able to pick up where he left off, and he could soon be in store for a promotion to Triple-A Louisville.
JUNE 15, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Changes name from Garcia to Barrero Garcia changed his last name to Barrero on Saturday, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.
Impact The name change honors his mother, who passed away recently from a COVID-related illness. Barrero is currently away from his teammates at Double-A Chattanooga due to her death but started the season quite well, hitting .323 with four homers in 16 games.
MAY 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Optioned to Triple-A Louisville The Reds optioned Garcia to Triple-A Louisville on Sunday, C. Trent Rosecrans of The Athletic reports.
Impact This isn't a surprise -- Garcia hadn't started any of the last seven games for the Reds and had moved Eugenio Suarez over to shortstop amid much fanfare. Garcia will get more time to develop the bat and is still very much in the Reds' long-term plans.
MARCH 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Bulked up over offseason Garcia spent the offseason bulking up and working on his swing, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports.
Impact Garcia is expected to begin the season back in the minors after being rushed in 2020, but the Reds didn't improve with a full-time major league offseason, opening the door for him to make the team, even if it's just a small chance. "We just have to be really thoughtful about doing what's best for Jose," manager David Bell said. "Obviously our goal is to win as a team. We'll have to see how it plays out. It wouldn't surprise me if he started in the minor leagues, and it wouldn't surprise me if he ended up being a big part of our major league team this year."
FEBRUARY 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE
Prospect Garcia aiming high at Reds camp Reds shortstop prospect Jose Garcia got exactly one month’s worth of time in the Major Leagues during the shortened 2020 season. Garcia jump...
FEBRUARY 24, 2021 • MLB.COM
Could begin in minors Garcia could begin the 2021 season in the minors, Mark Sheldon of MLB.com reports. Garcia skipped multiple levels last season and hit a paltry .194/.206/.194 in 68 plate appearance...
Impact Garcia did receive high marks for his defense and for how he handled his slump, but it's pretty clear that he was overmatched at the plate. He walked just once against 26 strikeouts and didn't have an extra-base hit. Reds GM Nick Krall suggested that the team is hoping to add a shortstop this offseason from outside the organization.
DECEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Remains on bench Garcia isn't starting Monday against the Brewers.
Impact Garcia will remain out of the lineup for the second consecutive game despite recording seven hits in his last 21 at-bats. Freddy Galvis will take over at shortstop in his place.
SEPTEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Riding pine Sunday Garcia is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the White Sox.
Impact The 22-year-old's overall numbers are downright ugly, but Garcia has picked up a little momentum at the plate, recording seven hits in his last 21 at-bats. He will give way to Freddy Galvis at shortstop Sunday.
SEPTEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Not starting second game Garcia isn't in the lineup for Game 2 of Monday's doubleheader against the Pirates.
Impact Garcia went 2-for-3 with one run and a strikeout during the first game of the doubleheader. He'll get a breather with Kyle Farmer taking over at shortstop during the nightcap.
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Takes seat Saturday Garcia isn't in Saturday's lineup against the Cardinals.
Impact Garcia went 1-for-8 with four strikeouts over the last two games, and he'll retreat to the bench Saturday. Kyle Farmer will serve as the shortstop in his place.
SEPTEMBER 12, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Sitting out again Garcia is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Cubs.
Impact Garcia will hit the bench for the second time in three games, this time giving way to Freddy Galvis at shortstop after Kyle Farmer received the nod in Sunday's 3-2 loss to the Pirates. Though the Reds don't appear ready to pull the plug on Garcia as their everyday shortstop just yet, the 22-year-old has gotten off to an underwhelming 5-for-34 (.147 average) start to his big-league career.
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Sitting Sunday Garcia is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Pirates.
Impact The 22-year-old has struggled to find his footing in the big leagues early on, slashing .161/.188/.161 with one stolen base through nine games. He will sit Sunday after five consecutive starts, with Kyle Farmer stepping in at shortstop against right-hander Chad Kuhl.
SEPTEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Not starting Monday Garcia isn't in Monday's lineup against the Cardinals.
Impact Garcia drew the start at shortstop over the past two games and went 1-for-7 with four strikeouts. He'll take a breather Monday with Freddy Galvis starting at shortstop.
AUGUST 31, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Not starting matinee Garcia isn't starting the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Cubs.
Impact Garcia will take a seat for Game 1 of Saturday's twin bill after going 1-for-4 on Friday. Freddy Galvis will start at shortstop.
AUGUST 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Sitting Game 2 Garcia is not in the starting lineup for Game 2 of Thursday's doubleheader against the Brewers.
Impact Garcia went 1-for-2 with a single, a walk and a stolen base in the first half of the twin bill, but will sit for at least the beginning of Game 2. Kyle Farmer will start at shortstop.
AUGUST 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
