Tucker Barnhart's Unique Career: From Cubs Catcher to Position Player Pitcher

Tucker Barnhart, who signed a two-year, $6.5 million deal with the Cubs before the 2023 season, was released after batting .202/.285/.257. During his 43 games with the Cubs, he made four appearances as a position player pitcher, including scoreless innings against the Mets and Red Sox, and allowing an RBI single against the Mets. After playing 31 games for the Diamondbacks in 2024 and 8 for the Rangers in 2025, Barnhart has compiled a career 7.88 ERA and 2.375 WHIP in eight total innings pitched.