Corbin Burnes suffers setback in rehab, return delayed for Diamondbacks

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Corbin Burnes suffers setback in rehab, return delayed for Diamondbacks
Summary

Corbin Burnes' return to the Arizona Diamondbacks has been pushed back after he suffered a teres major strain. The injury occurred during a live batting practice session as he recovered from Tommy John surgery. Manager Torey Lovullo stated that Burnes likely won’t return until September at the earliest, which disrupts earlier plans for a July comeback. The situation is particularly challenging for a team that invested heavily in Burnes with a six-year, $210 million contract last season. As Burnes recommences throwing, he will essentially have to start his rehab progression over.

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  • Burnes suffered a teres major strain in his shoulder.
  • The injury occurred during live batting practice last week.
  • His recovery timeline may extend until September.
  • Burnes was previously expected to return by the All-Star break.
  • He signed a six-year, $210 million deal before last season.
Latest Updates
  • 12:22 AMYahoo SportsFormer Cy Young winner Corbin Burnes suffers 'setback' (lat) in return for Diamondbacks from Tommy John surgery: 'It's a blow'
  • 11:49 PMYahoo SportsCorbin Burnes injury setback damages Diamondbacks' playoff hopes
  • 11:31 PMYahoo SportsArizona Diamondbacks' sidelined ace suffers major setback in rehab
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Corbin Burnes' recovery from Tommy John surgery has hit a roadblock that will keep him sidelined longer than originally hoped.

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Burnes has made 11 starts for the Diamondbacks since signing a $210 million contract prior to the 2025 season. His

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The Arizona Diamondbacks won't be getting ace pitcher Corbin Burnes back in July as they had originally hoped.

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