Reds limit Chase Burns to three innings in loss to Dodgers

Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona restricted starting pitcher Chase Burns to three innings during a game at Dodger Stadium on September 8. Burns surrendered no hits and recorded five strikeouts across 44 pitches before exiting the contest. Brandon Williamson entered the game in relief and allowed six runs over 4 1/3 innings, leading to a loss for the Reds. The organization implemented the workload management plan to protect Burns' arm for the 2026 season. Burns, who holds a 2.73 ERA this year, is expected to make three additional starts before the current season concludes. The 2026 All-Star expressed frustration with the abbreviated outing but acknowledged the long-term necessity of the decision.

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