Corbin Burnes Impresses in Diamondbacks Spring Training Debut

The four-time All-Star struck out all three batters he faced in his first outing since signing a $210 million deal.

Corbin Burnes struck out all three Colorado Rockies batters he faced in his spring training debut for the Arizona Diamondbacks, throwing 16 pitches with a fastball reaching 95 mph.
Burnes requested to start the Cactus League opener, citing a preference for early game action to better prepare for the regular season.
The 2021 NL Cy Young Award winner signed a six-year, $210 million deal with Arizona in December, motivated in part by his desire to stay close to his Phoenix-based family.
Manager Torey Lovullo has yet to decide whether Burnes or Zac Gallen will start on Opening Day, with both considered top candidates for the role.
The Diamondbacks are positioned to have a strong pitching rotation, featuring Burnes, Gallen, and several other promising arms, including Brandon Pfaadt and Jordan Montgomery.