Barney beat out Macier Izturis for the backup infielder job, left vacant due to Devon Travis' injury, the Canadian Press reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barney did not make the team for his offensive prowess -- he's slashed .246/.339/.633 over his six-year career. Lucky for him, the league's best offense was looking for a defensive asset to fill the backup role. The 30-year-old will serve as the team's reserve up the middle and at third. His spot on the 25-man roster will be in question once Devon Travis (shoulder) returns.