Every team in Major League Baseball has the finances to compete in the free agent market for the right player. Exhibit A this week was the Arizona Diamondbacks formally announcing the signing of right-hander Corbin Burnes to a six-year,
Arizona Diamondbacks owner Ken Kendrick has been consistent about his views on spending money. If there's good reason to spend, he will.
At their Corbin Burnes introductory news conference, Diamondbacks team officials sounded more encouraged about finding funding for the ballpark.
The Diamondbacks received an uptick in trade inquiries for their starting rotation after signing Corbin Burnes, but there is no rush to make a deal.
Diamondbacks owner Ken Kendrick had no problem throwing shade at the Cubs after the team landed Corbin Burnes in free agency.
When asked what message he thought it sent to Diamondbacks fans when the team signed free agent right-hander Corbin Burnes to a six-year, $210 million contract last month, managing general partner Ken Kendrick was short and to the point.
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.
Right-hander Corbin Burnes signed a six-year, $210 million contract with the Arizona Diamondbacks this off-season.
The 30-year-old Burnes — who is originally from California — moved to Arizona in 2018 when he played for the Milwaukee Brewers, partially so he could be close to the Brewers’ spring training facility. He and his family liked the area so much they stayed, and it was a big factor in his decision to sign with the Diamondbacks.
Corbin Burnes officially introduced as the newest Arizona Diamondback. The former Cy Young award winner joins a starting rotation that includes Zac Gallen and Merrill Kelly.
The Arizona Diamondbacks currently have seven starting-caliber pitchers on its staff and after the signing of Corbin Burnes, the question arises as to who’s getting traded or moved to the bullpen?
Last season the Diamondbacks led the major leagues in runs scored. Next season they could have one of the National League's top rotations.