Burnes Returns as Diamondbacks Push for Postseason | MLB News

0:00On September 7th, all right, let's talk about the Diamondbacks. They're getting their ace, Corbin Burns, back on the mound. This is huge news, especially since he's been out since June 1st of last year. After Tommy John's surgery, he's been on a long road to recovery, dealing with saidbacks, but he's finally ready to pitch again. He's set to start game 2 against the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday evening. Now don't expect him to throw 100 pitches right out of the gate. His velocity is a little down, sitting in the low 90s, and he's only thrown a couple of clean innings in a rehab game. The team is going to be smart about it, likely putting him on a strict pitch count, probably around 4 innings max for this start. This is a big deal for the Diamondbacks as they push for the postseason. They've also got other key arms, like Zach Galen and Michael Soroka, potentially coming back soon. Having Burns back, even in a limited capacity, gives them a much needed boost. They'll need to get creative with their bullpen to cover the innings after he exits.

1:00The team is looking to build on their momentum. They want on Monday, and with Burns back, they have a chance to take another series against the Royals team that hasn't had the strongest year. It's all about managing his workload and getting him ready for whatever comes next. So, the focus now is on getting Burns back into game shape without pushing him too hard. It's a delicate balance, but his return is a significant step forward for Arizona's playoff aspirations. This has been MLB News Today, powered by AI.