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.

Last season the Diamondbacks led the major leagues in runs scored. Next season they could have one of the National League's top rotations.

Corbin Burnes' desire to be close to his family year-round steered him toward his six-year, $210 million agreement with the Diamondbacks.

Diamondbacks owner Ken Kendrick had no problem throwing shade at the Cubs after the team landed Corbin Burnes in free agency.

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 is fresh off signing the team's highest ever contract and he's made the All-Star team four years in a row, including the American League last year. Burnes is projected for what would be the second worst ERA in his career as a starting pitcher.

As the Diamondbacks signed Corbin Burnes to a massive deal, the star pitcher speaks on his goals for the team.