Scott Michael Barnes (born September 5, 1987), is an American former professional

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. He has played in

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(MLB) for the

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Amateur career

Barnes attended Cathedral High School in Springfield, Massachusetts, and St. John's University in New York City before being drafted by the

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. In 2007 while at St. John's, Barnes was named to the first team all-

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team. After the 2007 season, he played collegiate summer baseball with the

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of the Cape Cod Baseball League.

Professional career

Cleveland Indians

In July 2009, the Giants traded Barnes to the

for

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. In 2009, Barnes helped the

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win the 2009 Eastern League Championship Series. The Indians purchased Barnes' contract on November 18, 2011. Barnes was recalled by the Indians on May 30, 2012; he made his major-league debut that evening.

Baltimore Orioles

On November 26, 2014, Barnes was traded to the

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for cash considerations.

Texas Rangers

The Texas Rangers claimed Barnes off waivers on December 8.

Toronto Blue Jays

The Rangers designated him for assignment on December 16, and he was claimed by the

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on December 23. The Blue Jays outrighted Barnes to the

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of the Triple-A International League on March 27, 2015. He elected free agency on November 6, 2015.

Chicago Cubs

On December 23, 2015, Barnes signed a minor league deal with the Chicago Cubs organization. Barnes spent 2016 with the Iowa Cubs where he posted a 1-3 record with a 7.02 ERA. He became a free agent on November 7, 2016.

Chicago Dogs

On May 9, 2018, Barnes signed with the

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of the independent

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. He was released on August 29, 2018.

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