Barrett (elbow) cleared waivers Wednesday and declined an assignment to Triple-A Syracuse, making him a free agent, The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

He's recovering from two elbow surgeries in the last 13 months, so there likely won't be a big market for his services. When he's healthy, Barrett's nasty slider can make him an effective part of a major league bullpen in a middle relief or setup role, but it's not certain yet whether he'll even be ready for spring training. Expect Barrett to eventually land a minor league deal somewhere, potentially even back with the Nats.

Barrett was placed on outright waivers this week, The Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

This doesn't necessarily mean his tenure with the Nationals is over, but after two elbow surgeries in 12 months the team was unwilling to use a 40-man roster spot on the reliever, much less pony up for him in arbitration. Barrett isn't expected to be ready to pitch again until at least midseason 2017.

Barrett suffered a right elbow fracture and will see Dr. James Andrews on Monday, Chelsea Janes of the Washington Post reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barrett had already been rehabbing from Tommy John surgery last September, but this serious setback likely means at least another full calendar year on the shelf for the reliever. Another surgery is essentially a certainty for the right-hander, as Monday's consultation with the famed orthopedic surgeon is primarily to evaluate the extent of the damage.

Barrett (elbow) threw a 60-pitch bullpen session Friday, MASN's Dan Kolko reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barrett, who had Tommy John surgery last September, said he feels great, and it's good to see that he has begun the process of throwing bullpen sessions. However, it's still highly unlikely he'll return this season.

Barrett (elbow) was placed on the 60-day disabled list Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Barrett is recovering from September Tommy John surgery, and he still has several months to go in the process. He will have an outside shot to return to action late this season, but his recovery process generally takes about a year, so he could miss the entire campaign.

Barrett (elbow) had some bone chips removed from his left ankle last Thursday, William Ladson of MLB.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barrett continues to work his way back from Tommy John surgery, so the bone chip removal should be considered just a minor footnote barring a setback. The reliever still has a long road ahead, but have a chance at a late-season return.

Barrett (elbow) underwent successful Tommy John surgery Friday, Dan Kolko of MASN Sports reports.

EDGE Analysis

Barrett attempted to avoid going under the knife and undergo different treatment options, but ultimately had the surgery. Given the usual timetable for Tommy John surgery, Barrett will likely be out until September of 2016 at the earliest and may not be ready to return until the 2017 season.

Barrett will undergo Tommy John Surgery after it didn't respond to treatments.

EDGE Analysis

Barrett received multiple opinions on his elbow issue, but after different treatments failed, it appears surgery is now his only option. The date of the procedure hasn't been determined, but it will be at the hands of Dr. James Andrews and will likely hold him out through much of the 2016 season in addition to the rest of 2015.

Barrett (biceps) was activated from the 15-day disabled list Friday. Barrett will temporarily take the place of Jordan Zimmermann on the 25-man roster after he was placed on the paternity list Friday. However, the club will need to decide what to do when Zimmermann returns, which likely involves dropping somebody of the bullpen. Barrett will likely be safe from this, as he should return to a middle relief role.

Barrett (biceps) will make a rehab appearance at High-A Potomac on Monday, Dan Kolko of MASN reports. The plan is for Barrett to throw Monday, take Tuesday off, and then throw on back-to-back days. If all goes well, he could be set for activation at the end of the week.