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New York Times
7 days ago
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- New York Times
Diamondbacks place Corbin Burnes on 15-day IL, await further medical tests
The Arizona Diamondbacks placed pitcher Corbin Burnes on the 15-day injured list Tuesday with elbow inflammation as the team awaits further medical advice on the course of treatment. The 30-year-old righty, who signed a six-year, $210 million free-agent contract with Arizona in the offseason, exited Sunday's start against the Washington Nationals in the top of the fifth after experiencing tightness in his throwing elbow. Advertisement Burnes did not travel with the team on its current road trip to Atlanta, staying in Phoenix to get an MRI on Monday. 'He did get the MRI. It's still being read by several doctors,' Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo told reporters on Tuesday before the team's game against the Braves. 'I know he's on his way to seeing and meeting with more doctors in person. That will happen on Thursday in L.A. (with Dr. Neal ElAttrache). But I did speak to Corbin today. He seems to be in really good spirits. 'We're just trying to figure out what the best game plan is, but nothing has been determined at this point.' While Lovullo noted that the MRI was 'not inconclusive,' he did not detail any other specifics about the injury or course of action at this point. 'I just think there's other opinions that he wants to get,' Lovullo said. 'We totally respect that. I think every pitcher does that in this game. You get a first opinion and sometimes a second and third opinion. So he's on his way to getting a second opinion.' Burnes told reporters after Sunday's game that he started feeling tightness while facing the first two batters of the inning. He exited after giving up a single to Nationals shortstop CJ Abrams, calling for a trainer after the velocity on his fastball dropped significantly during the at-bat. After the game, Burnes was optimistic that 'it's not too bad.' The impact of Burnes' potential long-term absence would be felt throughout the organization. The fourth-place Diamondbacks (28-31) currently face the prospect of trying to climb back in the NL West race without their best starting pitcher. The team will replace Burnes in the rotation with Ryne Nelson but also expect the return of Eduardo Rodriguez from the 15-day injured list (shoulder inflammation) in the near future. But a season-ending injury to Burnes, whose 2.66 ERA is currently sixth among NL starters, would severely hamper the team's chances of gaining ground on the division-leading Los Angeles Dodgers (36-24) or third-place San Francisco Giants (33-27), who sit 4 1/2 games ahead of them. Advertisement Should the Diamondbacks, who finished 11-17 in May, continue to struggle, they may find themselves heading into the July 31 trade deadline as sellers just two seasons after winning the National League pennant. Veteran starters Zac Gallen and Merrill Kelly will both be free agents at the end of the season, as will first baseman Josh Naylor and third baseman Eugenio Suárez. (Top photo of Burnes and Diamondbacks assistant athletic trainer Max Esposito:)
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Corbin Burnes injury latest: What to know about the Diamondbacks ace needing an MRI
The prized offseason acquisition for the Arizona Diamondbacks, ace right-hander Corbin Burnes, left Sunday's (June 1) game against the Washington Nationals after 4 ⅔ innings. The Diamondbacks said the reason for the pitcher's exit was right elbow discomfort. What is the latest on Corbin Burnes' injury? A Diamondbacks team source told The Arizona Republic's Nick Piecoro on June 2 that there was no immediate update expected, noting the possibility of Burnes seeking multiple opinions on how to proceed. Advertisement Burnes said June 1 he'd started to feel tightness before he motioned for a trainer with two outs in the top of the fifth inning. The Diamondbacks held on for a 3-1 win over the Nationals, to salvage a win in the series, but Burnes' status was at the forefront of the team's concerns after the game. Here's the June 1 report on Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Corbin Burnes' injury: MLB power rankings: Arizona Diamondbacks fall amid 'potentially season-altering tailspin' Corbin Burnes to undergo MRI Burnes won't travel with Arizona to Atlanta on its next road trip and will remain in Phoenix for an MRI on his elbow on June 2. Advertisement Burnes expressed hope that the injury wasn't serious after the game. "Obviously, saw the velo(city) start to drop and the movement of the pitches was not where we wanted it to be," Burnes said. "Just got to the point where the tightness was too much and didn't feel like we need to push it any farther. Hopefully we caught it early, hopefully it's not bad, but we'll see." Read more: Corbin Burnes' injury darkens Diamondbacks' much-needed win over Nationals Reaction to Corbin Burnes' injury Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo called the injury situation with Burnes a "gut punch." "It's a gut punch, for sure," Lovullo said after the win over the Nationals on June 1. "He is tough. He rarely complains about anything. So when you see him wave the trainer and the coaches out there, you're holding your breath." Advertisement He added: "Keep our fingers crossed." Corbin Burnes contract Corbin Burnes signed a six-year, $210 million contract with the Diamondbacks in the offseason in a move that sent shockwaves throughout baseball. The contract included a $10 million signing bonus before earning $30 million in each of 2025 and 2026, after which he will have the ability to opt out of the remaining four years and $140 million. Burnes' injury could lead the team to put Ryne Nelson back into the starting rotation after the team recently moved him to the bullpen. Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Corbin Burnes (39) talks to catcher Jose Herrera (11) before being taken out of the game in the fifth inning against the Washington Nationals at Chase Field in Phoenix on June 1, 2025. José M. Romero contributed to this story. Reach Jeremy Cluff at Follow him on X, formerly Twitter @Jeremy_Cluff. Advertisement Support local journalism: Subscribe to today. This article originally appeared on Arizona Republic: Corbin Burnes injury: Latest on DBacks star MRI, contract information
