Reds Sign Chase Burns with Record $9.25 Million Bonus

The No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft, Burns was a standout pitcher at Wake Forest with a dominating college career.

Chase Burns officially signed with the Cincinnati Reds for a $9.25 million bonus, breaking the previous MLB Draft record.
Burns transferred from Tennessee to Wake Forest to train at their renowned pitching lab, which boosted his draft prospects.
In his final college season, Burns led the ACC with a 10-1 record, a 2.70 ERA, and 191 strikeouts in 100 innings.
Reds scouting director Joe Katuska praised Burns' potential, emphasizing his readiness for high-stakes games.
Burns will begin his professional journey at the Reds' spring training complex, focusing on his throwing progression.