Corbin Burnes sidelined until September after setback for Diamondbacks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 9:17 AM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Corbin Burnes will not return until September due to a teres major strain. After undergoing Tommy John surgery, Burnes was expected to return in July but now faces extended rehabilitation. Manager Torey Lovullo referred to the situation as a blow for the team but expressed confidence in the depth of the current roster. To fill the gap left by Burnes's absence, the Diamondbacks are considering stretching out right-hander Brandon Pfaadt to take on a starting role again after he was moved to the bullpen earlier in the season.
- •Burnes faces a setback during rehabilitation from Tommy John surgery.
- •Manager Torey Lovullo expects Burnes to be out until September.
- •Diamondbacks plan to internally fill Burnes's absence.
- •Brandon Pfaadt is likely to be stretched out for starting duties.
- •Burnes signed a six-year, $210 million contract last offseason.
- 9:17 AMYahoo Sports — Diamondbacks' Corbin Burnes suffers massive setback
"Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Corbin Burnes suffered a setback in his return from Tommy John surgery and won't be available until September.
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