Headlines

  • Mariners Activate George Kirby For Season Debut
  • Jean Segura Retires
  • Report: “No Chance” Paul Skenes Will Be Traded This Year
  • Pirates’ Jared Jones, Enmanuel Valdez Undergo Season-Ending Surgeries
  • Hayden Wesneski To Undergo Tommy John Surgery
  • Dodgers Release Chris Taylor
  • Previous
  • Next
Register
Login
  • Hoops Rumors
  • Pro Football Rumors
  • Pro Hockey Rumors

MLB Trade Rumors

Remove Ads
  • Home
  • Teams
    • AL East
      • Baltimore Orioles
      • Boston Red Sox
      • New York Yankees
      • Tampa Bay Rays
      • Toronto Blue Jays
    • AL Central
      • Chicago White Sox
      • Cleveland Guardians
      • Detroit Tigers
      • Kansas City Royals
      • Minnesota Twins
    • AL West
      • Houston Astros
      • Los Angeles Angels
      • Oakland Athletics
      • Seattle Mariners
      • Texas Rangers
    • NL East
      • Atlanta Braves
      • Miami Marlins
      • New York Mets
      • Philadelphia Phillies
      • Washington Nationals
    • NL Central
      • Chicago Cubs
      • Cincinnati Reds
      • Milwaukee Brewers
      • Pittsburgh Pirates
      • St. Louis Cardinals
    • NL West
      • Arizona Diamondbacks
      • Colorado Rockies
      • Los Angeles Dodgers
      • San Diego Padres
      • San Francisco Giants
  • About
    • MLB Trade Rumors
    • Tim Dierkes
    • Writing team
    • Advertise
    • Archives
  • Contact
  • Tools
    • 2024-25 MLB Free Agent List
    • 2025-26 MLB Free Agent List
    • 2024-25 Top 50 MLB Free Agents With Predictions
    • Projected Arbitration Salaries For 2025
    • Free Agent Contest Leaderboard
    • Contract Tracker
    • Transaction Tracker
    • Agency Database
  • NBA/NFL/NHL
    • Hoops Rumors
    • Pro Football Rumors
    • Pro Hockey Rumors
  • App
  • Chats
Go To Pro Hockey Rumors
Go To Hoops Rumors

Giants’ Joey Bart Suffers Fractured Thumb In Arizona Fall League

By Steve Adams | October 9, 2019 at 8:40pm CDT

8:40pm: The Giants further announced that Bart has been diagnosed with a non-displaced fracture that will not require surgery. He’s expected to be recovered within four to six weeks. That’ll put an end to his AFL run but should allow him a mostly normal offseason.

5:40pm: Top Giants catching prospect Joey Bart suffered a fractured right thumb during last night’s Arizona Fall League game, the Giants announced Wednesday. The injury came during Bart’s eighth game in the AFL, where he’d batted .400/.559/.920 with four homers and a double in 34 trips to the plate.

There’s no indication that the injury will impact Bart’s readiness for the 2020 season. He’s meeting with a specialist today, per the team’s announcement. But the broken thumb certainly figures to put an end to bring an early end to Bart’s 2019 Fall League stint and comes on the heels of a season that was shortened by a fracture in his other hand. Bart sustained a broken left hand back in April and missed nearly two months as a result of the injury. Both fractures were sustained when he was hit by a pitch.

The two hand fractures notwithstanding, the 2019 campaign has to be considered a success for Bart, whom the Giants selected with the No. 2 overall pick in the 2018 draft. The former Georgia Tech star reached Double-A as a 22-year-old, closing out the season with 22 games at that level and hitting .316/.368/.544. In a combined 338 plate appearances between Class-A Advanced and Double-A — both pitcher-friendly settings — Bart slashed .278/.328/.495 with 16 homers, 14 doubles and three triples.

Bart ranks prominently on most top prospect lists at this point, sitting 19th on MLB.com’s midseason update, 15th on Baseball America’s Oct. 1 update and 17th on Fangraphs’ latest rankings. A promotion late in the 2020 season doesn’t seem out of the question, though this season’s injuries have perhaps slowed his trajectory a bit. A 2021 arrival at the MLB level might be a safer bet. That would mark the final season of franchise icon Buster Posey’s nine-year, $167MM contract and present Bart with ample opportunity to learn from one of the best backstops in recent memory.

Share 0 Retweet 4 Send via email0

San Francisco Giants Joey Bart

Brian McCann Announces Retirement
Main
Twins Will Pursue “Impact” Pitching — And They Can Afford It
View Comments (37)
Post a Comment

37 Comments

  1. Gmen777

    6 years ago

    Always something…

    Reply
  2. jorge78

    6 years ago

    Well isn’t that a kick to the head!

    Reply
  3. statman

    6 years ago

    Bart will be up in SF sometime in ’20 … bank on it.

    3
    Reply
    • Jean Matrac

      6 years ago

      I wouldn’t bank on that unless you’re talking a Sept. call-up in 2020. Catchers always take more time in the minors than other positions. A late season call-up in 2020 with it permanent sometime in early 2021 would fit the timeline for catchers. Barring something extraordinary, I wouldn’t expect him any earlier than that, especially if it means an extra year of control.

      Reply
      • Strike Four

        6 years ago

        This “timeline” you speak of is entirely arbitrary and nearly-constantly broken.

        2
        Reply
        • Jean Matrac

          6 years ago

          Are you just plain argumentative? Go to BB Ref and look at the catchers numbers of games played in the minors, and then look at the other positions. It is a fact that catchers are in the minors longer than other positions.

          Reply
        • antibelt

          6 years ago

          Yeah, but he’s also a second overall pick. According to Posey’s timeline, Bart Should be up by summer. Posey’s still easily the better catcher, so expect Bart, not Posey, at first next year.

          Reply
        • Jean Matrac

          6 years ago

          I did what you should have done, and went to BB Ref. I picked the Cubs at random, because they were the first team I thought of that had a very good catcher that they developed. Games in the minors:

          Contreras: 520
          Russell: 272
          Rizzo: 445
          Baez: 397
          Bryant: 187
          Schwarber 158
          Almora: 418
          Heyward: 249

          Will Smith spent 439 games between NCAA and the minors before being called up. Carson Kelly was in the minors for 622 games.. Gary Sanchez, 650.

          There are rare exceptions, but that’s all they are. Please tell me who are all those catchers that routinely moved quickly through the minors.

          1
          Reply
        • Jean Matrac

          6 years ago

          @antibelt

          Not really. Posey, is one of those exceptions that spent much less time than most in the minors. He played 172 games there.

          Bart has played 130, but for some reason, which I guess was due to injury he played a number of games as a DH. BB Ref has him catching only 101 games in the minors. The very reason why catchers need more time is to learn a very difficult position.

          Bart would equal Posey’s number around mid-season, but that’s a lot to ask. With many catchers spending 400+ to 600+ games in the minors, it’s hard to see Bart as the exception that Posey was. Especially since Posey is still on the roster, and is best utilized behind the plate. If they replace Belt, it will be with someone with more power than Posey.

          Reply
        • Big97

          6 years ago

          Missing the obvious – Bart is a big league ready hitter – there is no doubt Giants want him in their lineup sooner than never if he is healthy.

          His development came through college – no need to spell out a development plan that has no meaning for a guy that might have been fast tracked to the big league this past year if he didn’t get hit in the hand at San Jose.

          Reply
        • Jean Matrac

          6 years ago

          Posey was also developed through college and though he did spend a lot less time in the minors than most it, was still 71 games more than Bart so far. You and others seem to keep forgetting, that for a catcher, it;s not about hitting. If it was guys like Contreras and Sanchez would not have had 600+ games in the minors before being called up. Do people really just not get that catcher is a totally different deal?

          1
          Reply
        • Jean Matrac

          6 years ago

          So what if Bart was a #2 overall? Posey was a #5 overall pick. There isn’t much difference there at all. Plus there are plenty of #2 overall picks that didn’t do anything in MLB.

          1
          Reply
        • Big97

          6 years ago

          Bart’s ultimate value is with the bat – his development as a catcher takes a back seat to his ability to hit; if he doesn’t get the reps at catcher, the Giants can look to see if he can play first base or maybe the outfield.

          Reply
        • steelerbravenation

          6 years ago

          You just compared the amount of minor league games from kids who signed as international free agents at 16 yrs old to cool he developed guys

          Reply
      • BondsAway

        6 years ago

        For the most part you’re right. But, there’s always an exception to the r

        Reply
  4. HalosHeavenJJ

    6 years ago

    A silver lining here is the AFL starting so much earlier than usual. Hopefully he’s back to full strength by next February.

    1
    Reply
  5. Strike Four

    6 years ago

    Why take his age 23 season out of MLB and into the minors though? If he’ll be ready by the Super Two cutoff date in 2020, and should be at AAA at that time, then bring him up and start his process now. Move Posey to 1B part time, give Bart the rest of the C time. Learn and win together – the Giants aren’t that far off, and might make some interesting moves this offseason now they have ownership that’s intelligent. Don’t be surprised if they contend in 2020.

    Reply
    • Jean Matrac

      6 years ago

      On-the-job-training is a really bad idea for a catcher. Posey is not suited for 1B. He has to hit better and for more power to be effective there. He’s far more valuable catching. If they replace Belt it will be for someone better than he or Posey.

      Reply
      • jekporkins

        6 years ago

        Yeah, that whole move Posey to 1st has long gone away. His value is strictly defensive now (which he still excels), with any offense they can get a bonus.

        If Bart comes up, I see him cathing behind Posey and playing some first. I also don’t think he comes up until September, but I wouldn’t mind being proved wrong.

        2
        Reply
  6. imindless

    6 years ago

    In other news braves are getting clapped. Choking like clayton kershaw

    1
    Reply
    • gmenfan

      6 years ago

      That 10 run 1st will getcha everytime.

      Reply
    • Priggs89

      6 years ago

      Don’t worry, Clayton Kershaw choked like Clayton Kershaw too.

      3
      Reply
  7. steelerbravenation

    6 years ago

    Embarrassing

    Reply
  8. RunDMC

    6 years ago

    Already looking like Posey.

    Reply
  9. jints1

    6 years ago

    Posey can no longer hit like a 1B. I think Farhan might get a taker for Belt. The Red Sox are a real possibility. Belt was showing obvious disgust as those long fly balls to right field were caught. If that is the case, who’s on first? We need a RH slugger like Abreu but not on an exorbitant price.

    Reply
    • amk3510

      6 years ago

      No one is taking Belt. Let alone Boston who will be looking to shed money. Not add it for an average 1B.

      1
      Reply
      • jekporkins

        6 years ago

        Never say never. I didn’t think anyone would pick up that Melancon contract.

        Look, if the Giants take half the salary or take on another dump salary there certainly would be takers. Teams have rooms filled with analysts who could compare his hits in Oracle Par versus theirs and see how he would do. Dunno if the Sox would be that team, though.

        2
        Reply
        • 22jclark

          6 years ago

          Belt gets on base, plays a great 1B and lost 6-7 HR’s hitting 410’ “pop outs” to that cavern known as triples alley. Yes, they’ll have to eat a bunch of salary but Belt needs a change of scenery and he’s easier to move than Crawford, who also needs to go.

          2
          Reply
        • steelerbravenation

          6 years ago

          Why do Giant fans insist Belt has value ???
          His contract is an albatross and he can’t hit lefties. Stop with the Farhan will find a taker for Belt. Nobody wants him.

          Reply
    • SFGiantsGallore

      6 years ago

      HEY are we all forgetting they’re moving the fences in for next season?! Idk how or why, but it’s happening! Doubt it’ll make much of a difference for lefties, but we’ll see. Idk the specs for the “remodel”, but I can’t wait…

      Reply
  10. Drew Waters Bat

    6 years ago

    I hope the Braves make a run at trading for Bart.

    Reply
    • snotrocket

      6 years ago

      Planning on giving up Acuna or Soroka?

      Reply
      • Priggs89

        6 years ago

        Sounds reasonable

        Reply
    • steelerbravenation

      6 years ago

      Why in the world would the Giants trade Bart ???

      Reply
  11. 22jclark

    6 years ago

    Sucks for Bart. 2020 will be more of the same. Whether Bart is up in June or September next year or 2021, it doesn’t really matter. We got bigger fish to fry. They have to move Belt and/or Crawford this offseason. Yes, they will have to eat a ton of salary but you CANNOT continue to play Belt, Posey, Crawford in the same lineup. Find a couple more gems in the wasteland and gear up for 2021. Got to get younger, more athletic and more dynamic. Zaidi has done a good job and I see them around .500 or a bit better next year. 2021 and beyond is realistic to get back into playoff contention.

    Reply
  12. steelerbravenation

    6 years ago

    I know Giant fans are going to get at me over this but don’t be surprised if the Braves don’t make a run at Posey and get him. They got the money to absorb the contract. They are a young team whose window is going to be open for awhile and he is from Brave country.
    The Braves are underpaying quite a bit of young players and have a ton of payroll coming off the books so they can afford to overpay for a position of need.
    The Giants have a few positional prospects but not a lot of pitching prospects where the a Braves have the pitching prospects

    Reply
  13. angt222

    6 years ago

    Wouldn’t be surprised if SF trades Belt (MIA, BOS, CWS- all need 1B) and moves Posey to first to open a starting spot at catcher for Bart

    Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Please login to leave a reply.

Log in Register

ad: 300x250_1_MLB

    Top Stories

    Mariners Activate George Kirby For Season Debut

    Jean Segura Retires

    Report: “No Chance” Paul Skenes Will Be Traded This Year

    Pirates’ Jared Jones, Enmanuel Valdez Undergo Season-Ending Surgeries

    Hayden Wesneski To Undergo Tommy John Surgery

    Dodgers Release Chris Taylor

    Jose Alvarado Issued 80-Game PED Suspension

    Orioles Fire Manager Brandon Hyde

    Ben Joyce Undergoes Season-Ending Shoulder Surgery

    Dodgers Promote Dalton Rushing, Designate Austin Barnes For Assignment

    Major League Baseball Rules That Permanent Ineligibility Ends At Death

    Rangers Place Corey Seager On Injured List

    Cubs Promote Moises Ballesteros

    Evan Longoria To Sign One-Day Contract, Retire As Member Of Rays

    Diamondbacks To Promote Jordan Lawlar

    Rockies Fire Bud Black

    Cubs Promote Cade Horton

    Rafael Devers Unwilling To Play First Base

    Pirates Fire Manager Derek Shelton

    Mariners Claim Leody Taveras

    Recent

    Rockies Place Chase Dollander On IL With Forearm Tightness

    Mariners Activate George Kirby For Season Debut

    Oscar Gonzalez Signs Two-Year Deal With NPB’s Golden Eagles

    Nicky Lopez Elects Free Agency

    Ronel Blanco Being Evaluated For Elbow Soreness

    The Opener: Kirby, Perez, Heim

    Read The Transcript Of Nicklaus Gaut’s Fantasy Baseball Chat

    MLB Mailbag: Soto, Simpson, Phillies, Brewers, Herrera

    MLBTR Podcast: The Disappointing Orioles, Dalton Rushing, And The Phillies’ Bullpen

    The Diamondbacks’ Surprisingly Middling Rotation

    ad: 300x250_5_side_mlb

    MLBTR Newsletter - Hot stove highlights in your inbox, five days a week

    Latest Rumors & News

    Latest Rumors & News

    • 2024-25 Top 50 MLB Free Agents With Predictions
    • Nolan Arenado Rumors
    • Dylan Cease Rumors
    • Luis Robert Rumors
    • Marcus Stroman Rumors

     

    Trade Rumors App for iOS and Android

    MLBTR Features

    MLBTR Features

    • Remove Ads, Support Our Writers
    • Front Office Originals
    • Front Office Fantasy Baseball
    • MLBTR Podcast
    • 2024-25 Offseason Outlook Series
    • 2025 Arbitration Projections
    • 2024-25 MLB Free Agent List
    • 2025-26 MLB Free Agent List
    • Contract Tracker
    • Transaction Tracker
    • Extension Tracker
    • Agency Database
    • MLBTR On Twitter
    • MLBTR On Facebook
    • Team Facebook Pages
    • How To Set Up Notifications For Breaking News
    • Hoops Rumors
    • Pro Football Rumors
    • Pro Hockey Rumors

    Rumors By Team

    • Angels Rumors
    • Astros Rumors
    • Athletics Rumors
    • Blue Jays Rumors
    • Braves Rumors
    • Brewers Rumors
    • Cardinals Rumors
    • Cubs Rumors
    • Diamondbacks Rumors
    • Dodgers Rumors
    • Giants Rumors
    • Guardians Rumors
    • Mariners Rumors
    • Marlins Rumors
    • Mets Rumors
    • Nationals Rumors
    • Orioles Rumors
    • Padres Rumors
    • Phillies Rumors
    • Pirates Rumors
    • Rangers Rumors
    • Rays Rumors
    • Red Sox Rumors
    • Reds Rumors
    • Rockies Rumors
    • Royals Rumors
    • Tigers Rumors
    • Twins Rumors
    • White Sox Rumors
    • Yankees Rumors

    ad: 160x600_MLB

    Navigation

    • Sitemap
    • Archives
    • RSS/Twitter Feeds By Team

    MLBTR INFO

    • Advertise
    • About
    • Commenting Policy
    • Privacy Policy

    Connect

    • Contact Us
    • Twitter
    • Facebook
    • RSS Feed

    MLB Trade Rumors is not affiliated with Major League Baseball, MLB or MLB.com

    hide arrows scroll to top

    Register

    Desktop Version | Switch To Mobile Version