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Burnes Suffers Setback, Return Delayed Weeks
4 Jun
Summary
- Corbin Burnes has a right lat injury delaying his throwing.
- His return is now projected for September at the earliest.
- Burnes is on a six-year, $210 million contract with the team.
Corbin Burnes, the ace pitcher for the Arizona Diamondbacks, has encountered a new obstacle in his recovery from Tommy John surgery. Manager Torey Lovullo confirmed on Wednesday that Burnes sustained a right lat strain, which will halt his throwing program.
This injury means Burnes' highly anticipated return to the mound will be postponed. Lovullo indicated that the recovery will take weeks rather than days, with September now being the earliest possible return timeframe. Lovullo described the situation as "a blow" to the team.
Burnes, a four-time All-Star and the 2021 NL Cy Young award winner, signed a six-year, $210 million contract with the Diamondbacks, the richest in franchise history. He made 11 starts in 2025 before undergoing surgery in June.
The Diamondbacks, currently 32-28 and competing for an NL wild-card spot, will need to navigate this period without their top pitcher. The team is prioritizing Burnes' long-term health, ensuring he is at no undue risk of further injury upon his return.
