Jacob Barnes

The Washington Nationals signed Jacob Barnes to a minor league deal.

Fantasy Impact

Barnes last pitched for the Cardinals last season. The veteran will look to earn a role for the Nationals out of Spring Training.

Jacob Barnes got one out to record his second save.

Fantasy Impact

Barnes has recorded two one-out saves in the past week. It's not going to be a trend - Edwin Diaz pitched in game one on Thursday, and Barnes has a 6.43 ERA this season.

Jacob Barnes came on and got one out in the bottom of the 12th for the save.

Fantasy Impact

Barnes needed only four pitches to record the save. He's got a 7.71 ERA in 12 games this season.

Jacob Barnes pitched the final two frames of a 2-0 victory over the Reds on Wednesday afternoon to record his second save of the season. Barnes did not allow a hit while walking one and recording three strikeouts.

Fantasy Impact

The Brewers are making the two-inning save trendy again with three straight saves spanning two innings, one by Barnes and two by Josh Hader. Look for manager Craig Counsell to keep rolling with his latest method of managing the bullpen while Corey Knebel is out since it appears to be working. Barnes will continue to be in the mix for saves but Hader is the preferred pickup in fantasy leagues.

Jacob Barnes entered the ninth inning in a save situation with the Brewers up 2-1 against the Cardinals. Barnes proceeded to relinquish the lead by issuing a pair of walks and uncorking two wild pitches.

Fantasy Impact

That is strike two for Barnes who has blown both of his save opportunities since being given the first shot to take over the closer's role with Corey Knebel on the DL. Barnes looked nervous on Tuesday struggling with his control. Look for the Brewers to give someone else the next opportunity, likely either Matt Albers or Jeremy Jeffress.