Cincinnati Reds extend Chase Burns as pitching standout
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 4:56 PM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Chase Burns has secured a long-term contract extension with the Cincinnati Reds, reflecting confidence in his pitching abilities. A recent slow-motion video showcased Burns' impressive fastball and slider, illustrating the difficulty opposing batters face. With his fastball reaching around 100 MPH, hitters struggle to make contact, contributing to increased strikeouts among players. The extension comes as part of the Reds’ strategy to strengthen their pitching lineup moving forward.
- •Chase Burns signed a nine-figure contract extension with the Reds.
- •His fastball and slider create significant challenges for batters.
- •A slow-motion video demonstrated the pitcher's skill and pitch tunneling.
- •Burns' performance may influence strikeout rates across the league.
- 4:56 PMYahoo Sports — Slow-mo Chase Burns video shows how hard it is to hit vs. Reds phenom
"Burns earned himself a contract extension from Cincinnati.
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