Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Corbin Burnes has been announced by manager Torey Lovullo to require Tommy John surgery following a concerning exit during a game against the Washington Nationals. Initially placed on the 15-day injured list, the decision was made after seeking a second opinion regarding an elbow issue. Burnes, who has had a noteworthy performance this season with a 2.66 ERA over 11 games, was previously awarded the NL Cy Young Award in 2021 and recently signed a significant contract with the Diamondbacks.
Burnes left his start Sunday against the Washington Nationals after calling out for the trainer in the fifth inning, prompting the decision for surgery.
After seeking a second opinion on his elbow, it was determined that Burnes would need Tommy John surgery, further sidetracking his promising season.
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