Chase Burns excels in first start after signing $105 million extension

Chase Burns pitched five scoreless innings for the Cincinnati Reds in Seattle on July 21, leading to a 4-2 victory. The win marked the Reds' first in Seattle since 2019 and was anchored by Burns’ performance, bringing his season record to 12-1 with a 2.42 ERA. The All-Star's success comes shortly after signing a $105 million contract extension, signaling his importance to the team’s future. The Reds are managing Burns’ workload as they approach the August 3 trade deadline, contemplating potential trades involving veteran players. Burns has shown impressive form, allowing two or fewer runs in 16 of 19 starts this season.

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