Corbin Burnes faces further setback in rehab from Tommy John surgery
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 3:50 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
Corbin Burnes, the former Milwaukee Brewers pitcher now with the Arizona Diamondbacks, has sustained a teres major strain during rehab from Tommy John surgery. An MRI revealed the strain after he felt tightness while throwing live batting practice, delaying his return until at least September. Burnes had initially targeted a recovery around the All-Star break but must now restart his throwing progression. Burnes had a strong performance prior to his injury, posting a 2.66 ERA and 63 strikeouts over 64 innings last season. The Diamondbacks currently sit second in the NL West, with a 34-31 record.
- •Burnes suffered a teres major strain behind his right shoulder.
- •He must restart his throwing regimen, delaying his return.
- •Initially targeted an All-Star break return.
- •Last season, Burnes recorded a 2.66 ERA in 11 starts.
- •Diamondbacks currently second in the NL West standings.
- 3:50 PMYahoo Sports — Ex-Brewers star Corbin Burnes suffers 'major setback' during rehab
"Corbin Burnes, the former Brewers Cy Young Award winner rehabbing from Tommy John surgery with the Diamondbacks, experienced a big injury setback.
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