Matthew David Barnes is an American professional baseball pitcher for the Miami Marlins of Major League Baseball (MLB). He has previously played in MLB for the Boston Red Sox. Listed at 6 feet 4 inches (1.93 m) and 210 pounds (95 kg), he bats and throws right-handed.
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Barnes throws a high-90s four-seam fastball, a curveball, and a changeup. Prior to being drafted by the Red Sox in the first round of the 2011 Major League Baseball draft, he played college baseball at University of Connecticut, where he was named a First Team All-American.
Barnes has primarily been used as a relief pitcher throughout his career but has also made occasional starts.
He is known for his high-velocity fastball, which can reach over 100 miles per hour, as well as his curveball and slider. Throughout his MLB career, Barnes has been involved in various charitable efforts and has also been an advocate for mental health awareness.
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Matt Barnes (Baseball) Salary: How Much Does Matt Barnes Make?
Matt Barnes signed a 2 year / $18,750,000 contract with the Boston Red Sox, including a $1,750,000 signing bonus, $18,750,000 guaranteed, and an annual average salary of $9,375,000.
In 2023, Barnes will earn a base salary of $7,500,000, while carrying a total salary of $8,375,000. Barnes’s adjusted salary with the Miami Marlins is $3,500,000
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