By now, you’ve heard that the Arizona Diamondbacks have pulled off the deal of the offseason, signing one of the best pitchers in baseball, Corbin Burnes.
Corbin Burnes, the big-name free agent signing for the Diamondbacks this offseason, met with media members in his formal introduction Wednesday.
Corbin Burnes left bigger offers on the table to play for the Diamondbacks and stay close to his wife and three children.
Diamondbacks owner Ken Kendrick had no problem throwing shade at the Cubs after the team landed Corbin Burnes in free agency.
Corbin Burnes' desire to be close to his family year-round steered him toward his six-year, $210 million agreement with the Diamondbacks.
Last season the Diamondbacks led the major leagues in runs scored. Next season they could have one of the National League's top rotations.
As the Diamondbacks signed Corbin Burnes to a massive deal, the star pitcher speaks on his goals for the team.
Even though it had been nearly three weeks since ace right-hander Corbin Burnes had agreed with the Arizona Diamondbacks on a $210 million, six-year deal, it was still a little stunning to see him in the team's jersey at Chase Field on Wednesday.
Corbin Burnes has signed a six-year, $210 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks, leaving Baltimore Orioles fans disappointed. The move is partly driven by family reasons, as Burnes' family is settled in Arizona.
Corbin Burnes ’ six-year, $210MM contract with the Diamondbacks stands out as perhaps the most surprising move of the 2024-25 offseason, as Arizona wasn’t viewed as a prime contender to either spend that much money, or even make a move for a frontline pitcher given the depth already present in the Snakes’ rotation.
Corbin Burnes has been the model of health over his time in MLB. The Arizona Diamondbacks are paying him a franchise record contract because of that and how excellent he has performed over that time.
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