Corbin Burnes
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2022Antiques282819311100252.01417772259372.75
2023Antiques33336113120226.01718257252313.27
2024Antiques3232521190203.217010998234264.82
2025Antiques330012021.010872613.43
MLB Player Data
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Jun 7 2025The Diamondbacks transferred Burnes (elbow) to the 60-day injured list Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The move allowed the Diamondbacks to select Aramis Garcia's contract from Triple-A Reno. Burnes is set to undergo Tommy John surgery later this month, which will sideline him for the rest of the 2025 season and most, if not all, of 2026.
Jun 6 2025Burnes (elbow) will undergo Tommy John surgery next week, Jose M. Romero of The Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes landed on the injured list Tuesday due to inflammation in his right elbow, and after receiving multiple opinions on his injury, he'll elect to go under the knife to address the issue. His surgery will put an abrupt end to his 2025 season, and he'll finish the year with a 2.66 ERA and 1.17 WHIP alongside a 63:26 K:BB across 64.1 innings (11 starts). He's likely to miss most, if not all, of the 2026 campaign as well.
Jun 3 2025The Diamondbacks placed Burnes (elbow) on the 15-day injured list Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander is getting a second opinion on his right elbow from well-known surgeon Dr. Neal ElAttrache, and Burnes will be sidelined for at least the next couple weeks as he continues to be evaluated. Ryne Nelson will take Burnes' place in Arizona's starting rotation, while Tommy Henry was called up from Triple-A Reno to fill the open roster spot.
Jun 1 2025Burnes (elbow) was removed from Sunday's start against the Nationals due to right elbow inflammation, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes called for the team trainer after surrendering a two-out single on a 91.5 mph cutter to CJ Abrams in the top of the fifth inning. Manager Torey Lovullo said following the contest that his concern level on the starter's elbow is "more than minimal," according to Jesse Friedman of GoPHNX.com. Burnes will undergo an MRI on Monday to determine the severity of the injury.
May 29 2025Burnes will make his next start Sunday in the series final against Washington, per MLB.com. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Ryne Nelson had been expected to start Sunday, but he and Burnes will switch. This means Burnes will pitch on normal rest, while Nelson gets two extra days of recovery after throwing a season-high 84 pitches in Monday's win over the Pirates.
May 27 2025Burnes allowed two runs on six hits and two walks while striking out six over seven innings in a no-decision versus the Pirates on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was excellent aside from allowing a two-run home run to Henry Davis in the sixth inning. The Diamondbacks' bullpen then butchered the outing for Burnes, allowing a seven-run eighth inning to cost the right-hander a win. He's rattled off five straight quality starts and has gone seven innings three times in that span. He's at a 2.72 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 57:25 K:BB over 59.2 innings across 10 starts this season, as his slightly elevated walk rate (3.8 BB/9) hasn't come back to bite him too often yet. Burnes' next outing is projected to be at Atlanta next week.
May 22 2025Burnes (3-2) took the loss against the Dodgers on Wednesday, allowing three runs on four hits and one walk while striking out eight batters over seven innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes stymied Los Angeles through six scoreless frames and clung to a one-run lead entering the seventh. In that frame, an infield single by Miguel Rojas and a Mookie Betts single that just got out of the infield put runners on the corners, but Burnes was able to strike out Freddie Freeman to get within an out of escaping the jam. However, the veteran hurler threw a slider that got too much of the plate, and Teoscar Hernandez jumped on it for a three-run homer that spoiled Burnes' outing and resulted in a loss. Despite that mistake, Burnes managed his fourth straight quality start, and over that stretch he's compiled a 1.38 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 26:11 K:BB over 26 innings.
May 16 2025Burnes (3-1) allowed two hits and three walks while striking out 10 over six shutout innings to earn the win over the Rockies on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 10 strikeouts were a season high for Burnes, who has kept runs off the board in each of his last two starts. He's covered 13 innings in that span while posting a 15:5 K:BB, though the lowly Rockies weren't able to take advantage of the free passes. Burnes is now at a 2.56 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and 43:22 K:BB across 45.2 innings over eight starts this season. The 30-year-old's next start is projected to be on the road versus the Dodgers. He posted seven shutout innings against them in his previous outing.
May 10 2025Burnes (2-1) allowed five hits and two walks while striking out five over seven shutout innings to earn the win Saturday over the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes had a start skipped while dealing with shoulder inflammation, but it appears the issue is behind him now. He threw 91 pitches (58 strikes) in his first start since April 30 versus the Mets, covering a valuable seven innings after the Diamondbacks had to dip into their bullpen early Friday. Burnes is now at a 2.95 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 33:19 K:BB over 39.2 innings across seven starts. The lofty walk rate remains a concern, as his 4.3 BB/9 is the highest of his career. Assuming he feels fine after this start, he's projected for a home outing versus the pitiful Rockies in his next turn.
May 7 2025Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo confirmed that Burnes (shoulder) has been cleared to make his next start Saturday versus the Dodgers at Chase Field, Alex D'Agostino of SI.com reports. "As we anticipated, Saturday's looking really, really good," Lovullo said of Burnes' status. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes wasn't able to start Monday's series opener against the Mets as initially planned after he was diagnosed with a right shoulder inflammation following an MRI on Friday. Though Burnes looked to be at risk of landing on the 15-day injured list, his shoulder responded well to a cortisone injection, and Lovullo relayed that the right-hander checked off the final box in his recovery by completing a bullpen session Wednesday. Despite Burnes receiving a clean bill of health, fantasy managers in shallower leagues may want to tread carefully with him during his upcoming start. In addition to drawing a tough matchup versus a potent Dodgers lineup, Burnes' underlying numbers (4.64 SIERA, career-low 7.9 K-BB%) through his first six starts of the season have been far from the ace-level production that the Diamondbacks would have hoped for after signing him to a $210 million contract this winter.
May 6 2025Burnes received a cortisone injection in his right shoulder this past Friday, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The injection was to help reduce the inflammation in Burnes' right shoulder, and he was able to throw off flat ground Monday. He'll have his shoulder closely monitored this week, but he is on track to make his scheduled start against the Dodgers on Saturday. Burnes has logged three quality starts this season with a 3.58 ERA, 1.38 WHIP and 28:17 K:BB across 32.2 innings.
May 5 2025Burnes (shoulder) threw on flat ground Monday, Jack Sommers of SI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes is not making his scheduled start Monday against the Mets after experiencing fatigue in his right shoulder over his past two outings. It's the first time he's missed a start since he entered the rotation on a full-time basis in 2020. However, Burnes' session of catch Monday appeared to go well, and he and the Diamondbacks remain optimistic he can avoid the 15-day injured list and start this weekend versus the Dodgers.
May 3 2025Burnes will not made his next scheduled start against the Mets on Monday due to right shoulder inflammation, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo told reporters Saturday that Burnes had been experiencing fatigue in his right shoulder over his past two starts, and an MRI on Friday revealed inflammation. Monday will mark the first time Burnes has missed a start since moving into the rotation full time in 2020, but the hope is that he won't need a stint on the injured list and will make his next scheduled start against the Dodgers on May 10. Ryne Nelson is the top candidate to replace Burnes on the mound Monday, with the former tossing 68 pitches in relief against the Mets this past Tuesday.
Apr 30 2025Burnes (1-1) earned the win over the Mets on Wednesday, allowing one run on four hits and five walks while striking out three batters over six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After going winless in his first five starts as a member of the Diamondbacks, Burnes finally got into the win column Wednesday despite being far from sharp. The right-hander threw just 49 of 94 pitches for strikes and issued a season-high five walks, but none of the free passes ended up hurting him -- the only run Burnes allowed came on a Mark Vientos solo homer. Burnes has been troublingly wild this season, as his 4.68 BB/9 is fifth-worst among qualified pitchers and would stand as the worst mark of his career, but he's managed a 3.58 ERA despite also recording a below-average 7.71 K/9. His next start lines up to be a rematch against the Mets next week.
Apr 18 2025Burnes didn't factor into the decision in Friday's 13-11 loss to the Cubs, allowing two runs on six hits while striking out three batters across six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes put the Diamondbacks in an early hole by giving up a double to Pete Crow-Armstrong followed by a Carson Kelly home run in the second inning. Fortunately for Burnes (and fantasy managers), those were the only two runs he conceded Friday, as he managed to avoid the 11-run outburst the Cubs' offense would enjoy across the seventh and eighth frames. The 30-year-old righty also was without his typical strikeout stuff yet again and now has fanned just nine batters over 17 innings across his last three starts. He'll look to recapture his previous form during his next start when the D-backs return home to take on the Rays.
Apr 12 2025Burnes did not factor into the decision in Saturday's 5-4 win over the Brewers, allowing three runs on four hits and two walks over six innings. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was a solid outing overall for Burnes. After allowing a pair of runs in the second inning, the right-hander held Milwaukee off the board until Jackson Chourio homered in the sixth. It was a step in the right direction for Burnes, who's gotten off to a shaky start with the Diamondbacks. He now has a 5.28 ERA with a 1.57 WHIP and 14:9 K:BB through his first 15.1 innings this season. Burnes currently lines up for a road matchup with the Cubs in his next outing.
Apr 6 2025Burnes (0-1) took the loss against the Nationals on Sunday, allowing four runs on seven hits and four walks with three strikeouts over five innings. He also hit two batters. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was given a 1-0 lead in the first inning but yielded four runs over his first three frames. He lacked command, issuing four free passes while inducing only eight swinging strikes on 89 pitches. The 30-year-old is off to a slow start, posting a 5.79 ERA, 1.93 WHIP and 11:7 K:BB through 9.1 innings. He's slated for a home matchup with the Brewers next weekend.
Apr 1 2025Burnes allowed four runs (two earned) on four hits and three walks over 4.1 innings in a no-decision against the Yankees on Tuesday. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes recorded three strikeouts in two scoreless frames to start the contest before allowing four runs over the next two innings. He needed 98 pitches (65 strikes) to record just 13 outs, but he also forced 16 swinging strikes. Despite the overall inefficiency, his eight strikeouts and near 100-pitch season debut are a good sign for the 30-year-old righty. Burnes' next start is projected to be in Washington this weekend.
Mar 24 2025Burnes was slotted fifth in the rotation because the right-hander wanted to remain on a five-day pitching schedule, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Eyebrows may have been raised when the Diamondbacks announced Burnes, a prized offseason addition, was going to start the fifth game of the season. That's because manager Torey Lovullo didn't decide on Zac Gallen to start Opening Day until later in camp, and Burnes wanted to maintain a five-day routine. Burnes last pitched in a Cactus League game Friday, so if the right-hander started the second game of the regular season, he would be doing so on one week's rest. Instead, Burnes will throw a simulated game on Wednesday before making his regular-season debut the following Tuesday.
Mar 23 2025Burnes is scheduled to make his first start of the regular season April 1 against the Yankees, Jack Sommers of SI.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was only a mild surprise that Zac Gallen was named the Diamondbacks' Opening Day starter for Thursday's matchup with the Cubs, but the fact that Burnes won't start until the fifth game of the season is significantly more notable. The right-hander inked a six-year, $210 million contract with Arizona in November, but the organization apparently wants to give him a few extra days after the end of camp before sending him to the mound for his team debut. Burnes was dominant in his first five spring starts before being tagged for eight runs Friday versus the Brewers while having trouble with his cutter, though there's been no indication that outing is related to his positioning in the rotation.
Mar 22 2025Burnes allowed eight runs (seven earned) on 11 hits while striking out five over 2.2 innings in Friday's spring start against the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This outing came out of nowhere, as Burnes had breezed through his first five Cactus League starts before the Brewers knocked him around. He ran his pitch count to 75 in his spring finale. Burnes later told Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports that he was having trouble commanding his cutter. The right-hander should make his next start during the team's season-opening series against the Cubs, though nothing has been set beyond Opening Day starter Zac Gallen.
Mar 16 2025Burnes allowed one run on four hits and struck out four over four-plus innings in Saturday's spring start against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He struck out the side in the first en route to retiring the first six batters he faced, and Burnes pitched into the fifth inning before being removed after 64 pitches (42 strikes) following a leadoff single. He owns a 1.35 ERA with 17 strikeouts over 13.1 spring innings. Those results -- and the contract Burnes signed during the offseason -- put him in line to start Opening Day, but Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo has yet to decide between Burnes and Zac Gallen, per Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports reports. The manager said the league is after him to name a starter and he needs to get back to them, but he wants "to be as thorough as possible." Arizona is set to host the Cubs in their March 27 opener.
Mar 10 2025Burnes allowed two hits and a walk while striking out five over four innings in Sunday's spring start against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Early on this spring, Burnes has lived up the six-year ($210 million) contract the Diamondbacks handed him during the offseason. The right-hander has allowed just one run during his four Cactus League starts and struck out 13 over 9.1 innings. "I think kind of the last piece was pairing both the cutter command with the spin and we were able to do that today," Burnes told Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic following the game. He threw 57 pitches (39 strikes), putting him on schedule for a full workload once the regular season kicks off. Burnes should get another three starts to build up and work on little things that may crop up between now and Opening Day.
Mar 4 2025Burnes focused on his breaking pitches during Monday's start against the Cubs, Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes, who elevated his pitch count to 47, made his third Cactus League start and used it to hone his offspeed stuff. The right-hander said he still has some work to do overall but was pleased at how well the breaking stuff played.
Feb 26 2025Burnes allowed three hits and struck out three over two scoreless innings in Wednesday's spring game against Milwaukee. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes made his second Cactus League appearance and pushed his pitch count to 29 (20 strikes). He told Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports that other than a couple of breaking balls he left over the plate, he was pleased. The right-hander has struck out six over three innings thus far.
Feb 22 2025Burnes struck out all three batters faced in one inning Friday against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes requested to pitch the Cactus League opener, and manager Torey Lovullo obliged. The right-hander was in the zone, landing 12 of 16 pitches for strikes. While he looked in midseason form, Burnes told Steve Gilbert of MLB.com that he's going to need two or three outings to feel he has everything under control. He threw mostly cutters -- the pitch he throws most often -- and sprinkled in his changeup, curveball, sinker and slider.
Feb 19 2025Manager Torey Lovullo said Tuesday that Burnes will start Friday's spring opener against the Rockies, Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes, who worked the spring opener for Baltimore in 2024, wants the ball for his new team's Cactus League opener and will get it. The right-hander signed a six-year, $210 million deal with the Diamondbacks in December and appears primed to step in as the staff ace.
Dec 27 2024Burnes and the Diamondbacks agreed on a six-year, $210 million dollar contract Friday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Diamondbacks had been mostly quiet during the early part of the offseason, but they made their second big splash within the past seven days -- the first was a trade for first baseman Josh Naylor last Saturday -- with the signing of Burnes. The 30-year-old right-handed hurler put up impressive numbers in his lone campaign with Baltimore last year, posting a 2.92 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and career-high 15 wins over 194.1 innings across 32 starts. It's also worth noting -- especially for fantasy managers deciding where Burnes slots in among baseball's top arms -- that his strikeout rate fell to 23.1 percent, marking the fifth straight year that his rate in that area has dipped. Nonetheless, Burnes offers plenty to like from a fantasy perspective, including the ability to rack up starts (he's made at least 32 each of the past three years), limit walks and post strong ratios. In Arizona, he'll form an intimidating 1-2 punch at the top of the rotation with Zac Gallen for a Diamondbacks squad that has its sights set on competing in the National League.
Nov 19 2024Burnes rejected the Orioles' $21.05 million qualifying offer Tuesday, Rich Dubroff of BaltimoreBaseball.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was simply a formality, as Burnes is set to cash in on a big long-term deal this offseason. According to Jon Morosi of MLB Network, the Dodgers and Orioles are the front runners to land Burnes, so he'll surely be on a team that projects to win a lot of games with a quality defense behind him.
Nov 4 2024Baltimore offered Burnes a $21.05 million qualifying offer Monday, Jake Rill of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Orioles will receive draft pick compensation if Burnes, who will likely decline the qualifying offer, signs with another team. Burnes was traded to Baltimore in February after spending the previous seven years in the Brewers' organization. He finished the 2024 regular season with a 15-9 record over 32 starts with a 2.92 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 181:48 K:BB across 194.1 innings.
Sep 28 2024Burnes will start Game 1 of the American League Wild Card Series for the Orioles, Roch Kubatko of MASNSports.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After he turned in a 2.92 ERA and 1.10 WHIP over 32 starts, the decision to send Burnes to the mound for Game 1 is a no-brainer. Baltimore still doesn't know who it will be facing to begin its playoff run, but the 2021 NL Cy Young Award winner is a safe bet to put on a strong performance in his first postseason appearance as an Oriole no matter who his opponent is.
Sep 26 2024Burnes (15-9) allowed one run on two hits and one walk while striking out nine over five innings, taking the loss versus the Yankees on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lone run he gave up was on a Giancarlo Stanton solo home run in the second inning. Burnes was lifted at 69 pitches (46 strikes), likely to keep him fresh for the Orioles' wild-card round matchup, and the Orioles' bullpen was unable to keep this game close. Burnes concludes the regular season on a high note, having allowed just five runs (four earned) while adding a 31:8 K:BB over 30 innings across five starts in September. He posted a 2.92 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 181:48 K:BB over 194.1 innings across 32 regular-season starts.
Sep 21 2024Burnes (15-8) yielded three hits and three walks over seven scoreless innings Friday, striking out eight and earning a win over Detroit. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes allowed only two runners to reach scoring position in his dominant outing. He fired 60 of 91 pitches for strikes, but he generated only 11 whiffs. Burnes has been a nightmare for the Tigers recently; in back-to-back starts against them, he's tossed 14 scoreless frames with 15 punchouts while earning a win in both. He's delivered a 1.08 ERA over 25 innings this month, dropping his season ERA to 2.95 across 31 starts. Burnes' final start of the regular season is expected to be a road matchup against the Yankees.
Sep 14 2024Burnes (14-8) got the win Saturday against the Tigers. He allowed two hits and a walk with seven strikeouts in seven scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was unhittable Saturday as he got through seven innings with ease, at one point retiring 12 straight hitters. It was Burnes' first start of seven or more scoreless innings this season after having five such starts last season. Burnes has been a model of durability and consistency for the Orioles this season, as he's made 30 starts and has thrown the fifth most innings in MLB with 182.1. The 29-year-old will carry a 3.06 ERA into his next start, which is scheduled against the Tigers once again.
Sep 8 2024Burnes (13-8) took the loss Sunday against the Rays, allowing two earned runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out three in six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes scattered five singles throughout the first five frames, holding the Rays scoreless until Jonny DeLuca launched a fatal two-run home run in the sixth, the only runs scored in this low-scoring affair. It wasn't Burnes' most dominant outing, but he managed to notch his 20th quality start of the season and his first since Aug. 10. On the season, the 29-year-old sports a 3.18 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 157:43 K:BB in 175 innings (29 starts). He will look to get back in the win column his next time out, scheduled for next weekend in Detroit.
Sep 2 2024Burnes (13-7) picked up the win Monday against the White Sox, allowing two runs (one earned) on six hits and one walk across five innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes struck out four or fewer for a third straight start, but he was able to get back into the win column after taking three consecutive losses. Since the start of August, Burnes has a 6.46 ERA and a 16:8 K:BB across 30.2 innings. He's tentatively scheduled to close out a two-start week Sunday against Tampa Bay.
Aug 29 2024Burned (12-7) took the loss against the Dodgers on Wednesday, allowing six runs (one earned) on five hits over five innings while striking out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes didn't get off to the start he was hoping for as the right-hander surrendered a leadoff homer to Shohei Ohtani on a hanging slider to open the contest. The 29-year-old was then able to retire the next seven batters he faced before Enrique Hernandez reached on a fielding error by Ramon Urias. The Dodgers would go on to score four runs in the frame, topped off by a three-run homer from Teoscar Hernandez, though the error means Burnes was charged with just one earned run. He's now allowed 28 runs (21 earned) over 25.2 innings in August, posting a 7.36 ERA for the month to go along with a 1-3 record. Wednesday also marked the second outing this month in which he surrendered multiple home runs.
Aug 22 2024Burnes (12-6) took the loss against Houston on Thursday, allowing six runs (five earned) on eight hits and two walks while striking out two batters over 5.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes began his outing with three scoreless frames before the Astros tagged him for two runs in the fourth. Following a 1-2-3 fifth inning, the veteran righty folded in the sixth, giving up five hits -- all singles -- to allow four runners to score. In fact, all eight of the knocks Burnes allowed in the contest were singles, so he wasn't exactly hit hard, though the right-hander gave up too much contact with just six whiffs and two punchouts. He still has a respectable 3.28 ERA on the campaign, but over his past four starts he's uncharacteristically posted an 8.71 ERA over 20.2 frames.
Aug 16 2024Burnes (12-5) took the loss Friday against Boston, allowing eight runs on 10 hits and three walks over four innings. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Baltimore ace turned in his worst start with his new club, allowing more than four earned runs for the first time this season. Burnes has struggled since the All-Star break, pitching to an atypical 5.40 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 34:13 K:BB across 35 innings. Overall, the former Cy Young Award winner now sports a 3.10 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 144:38 K:BB in 153.2 total innings. He looks to bounce back in his next scheduled start at Houston next week.
Aug 10 2024Burnes allowed three runs on four hits and a walk while striking out five over six innings in a no-decision versus the Rays on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes saw a 17-start streak of going at least six innings snapped last Sunday, but he was able to get back to that mark in this outing. The Orioles weren't able to preserve the one-run lead he exited with, but they won 7-5 after an eighth-inning rally. During Burnes' aforementioned streak, he recorded 16 quality starts, and he's up to 19 of them in 24 outings this season. He's added a 2.71 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 137:35 K:BB over 149.2 innings. The right-hander is projected for a home start versus the Red Sox in his next appearance.
Aug 4 2024Burnes (12-4) picked up the win Sunday against Cleveland, allowing five runs (four earned) on seven hits and a walk across five innings. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes didn't pitch into the sixth inning for the first time since April 2 and set his season high in runs allowed at five. Still, the Orioles put up nine runs, leaving the 29-year-old with his third win in four starts. Burnes surrendered a three-run homer to Josh Naylor in the fifth inning, marking his eighth long ball allowed in as many starts. Burnes is tied for the fourth most wins in baseball, recording a 2.63 ERA across 143.2 innings. He's tentatively scheduled to face the Rays in Tampa Bay on Saturday.
Jul 30 2024Burnes (11-4) earned the win Tuesday over the Blue Jays, allowing two runs on four hits and three walks over 6.2 innings. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes has been a rock for the Orioles this season -- he's now recorded six straight quality starts and 16 in his last 17 outings. Burnes ERA now sits at 2.47, the second-best mark in the majors, with a 1.04 WHIP and 128:33 K:BB across 22 starts (138.2 innings) this year. The 29-year-old right-hander is currently lined up for a two-start week -- Burnes is scheduled to face the Guardians on the road this weekend.
Jul 25 2024Burnes allowed three runs on six hits and one walk while striking out five batters over 7.1 innings in a no-decision against Miami on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes held the Marlins scoreless for five frames before serving up a solo homer to Josh Bell in the sixth. The veteran hurler rebounded with a scoreless seventh, but he allowed a pair of singles and got only one out in the eighth, and both baserunners came around to score. Burnes was still in line for the victory until Miami rallied to tie the game with three runs in the bottom of the ninth inning, and he ended up with just his second no-decision across his past 10 starts. The right-hander nonetheless recorded his fifth straight quality start and his 17th overall on the campaign, which is tied for first in the majors.
Jul 19 2024Burnes (10-4) allowed a run on two hits and four walks over six innings Friday, striking out six and earning a win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lone blemish on Burnes' final line was a solo shot from Nathaniel Lowe in the second inning. It was the first time that Burnes issued more than three walks in a start; over his previous four outings, he walked just one batter. Burnes has gone 7-2 with an impressive 2.10 ERA over his last 12 outings. The veteran righty lowered his ERA to 2.38 with a 116:29 K:BB trough 124.2 frames. His next outing is currently expected to be in Miami.
Jul 11 2024Burnes (9-4) took the loss Wednesday against the Cubs, allowing three runs on nine hits over six innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's just the second loss for Burnes in his last 11 outings -- still, the right-hander was able to make it through at least six innings for a 14th straight start despite allowing nine hits, matching a season high. Overall, Burnes has lived up to expectations in his first year in Baltimore. He'll head into the All-Star break with a 2.43 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 110:25 K:BB across 118.2 innings.
Jul 4 2024Burnes allowed two runs on four hits and a walk while striking out six over six innings in a no-decision versus the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes, who welcomed twins over the weekend, was strong in his return to the mound. He threw 62 of 94 pitches for strikes, but he gave up both runs in the fifth inning, including one on a solo home run by Julio Rodriguez. Burnes has posted a quality start in all but one of his last 13 outings, though this was just the second time in his last seven starts that he didn't come away with a win. He has an excellent 2.32 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 105:25 K:BB through 112.2 innings over 18 starts this season. The right-hander is projected to make his next start at home versus the Cubs and should be set to pitch on a regular schedule with the Orioles electing for a five-man rotation moving forward.
Jul 2 2024Burnes will start Thursday's series finale against the Mariners on the road, Andy Kostka of TheBaltimoreBanner.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was activated from the paternity list Monday after missing three games while with his expanding family, welcoming a pair of twins with his wife. With Dean Kremer (triceps) set to return from the 15-day injured list Wednesday, Burnes will make his return to the mound Thursday. The right-hander produced a 2.12 ERA and 1.00 WHIP with 28 strikeouts over 34 innings in five starts in June.
Jul 1 2024The Orioles activated Burnes (personal) from the paternity list Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was away from the club for the final three games of its weekend series against the Rangers while tending to more important family matters. He's tentatively slated to make his next start Wednesday in Seattle, though that hasn't yet been confirmed.
Jun 28 2024The Orioles placed Burnes on the paternity leave list Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes will likely be away for the remainder of the series against the Rangers as he welcomes a new addition to the family. The righty started Thursday's series opener and should be back in time for his next turn, which is tentatively lined up to come next week in Seattle.
Jun 27 2024Burnes (9-3) earned the victory over Texas on Thursday, allowing one run on nine hits and no walks while striking out five batters over seven innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Orioles were up 3-0 after one inning and 6-0 after three, so Burnes didn't face much pressure in the outing. The right-hander did tie a season-worst mark in allowing nine hits, but only one of those -- a fourth-inning Adolis Garcia solo homer -- went for extra bases. Burnes recorded a quality start after snapping a 10-game streak of such performances in his previous outing. He's tied for the MLB lead in that category with 13 on the campaign and has posted excellent numbers in his first season as an Oriole with a 2.28 ERA, 1.03 WHIP and 99:24 K:BB over 106.2 innings.
Jun 22 2024Burnes (8-3) allowed four runs on five hits and struck out five without walking a batter over seven innings, taking the loss Saturday versus the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes had a solid outing, but a two-run home run by Yordan Alvarez and a solo shot by Chas McCormick were too much for the Orioles to overcome. This was the first time all year Burnes has given up multiple homers in a start -- he's yielded just 10 long balls through 16 starts. While this wasn't his best work, he's still at an excellent 2.35 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and 94:24 K:BB through 99.2 innings. Burnes is projected to make his next start at home versus the Rangers.
Jun 16 2024Burnes (8-2) earned the victory Sunday, allowing two runs on seven hits and two walks over six innings against the Phillies. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes matched a season high by allowing nine baserunners, but it didn't matter as he limited the damage, allowing only two runs over six innings as the Orioles provided him with eight runs of support. Burnes has still yet to allow more than three earned runs in any start this season, and he's allowed two or fewer runs 12 times in 15 games. He also notched his 10th consecutive quality start Sunday. Burnes will carry a 2.14 ERA and 1.04 WHIP into his next start, currently scheduled to take place when the Orioles travel to Houston to take on the Astros next weekend.
Jun 10 2024Burnes (7-2) earned the win Monday against the Rays, allowing two unearned runs on five hits and one walk over seven innings. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes dazzled in the series finale, shutting down Tampa Bay to collect his ninth consecutive quality start and 11th overall. The only blemish on the 29-year-old's evening was a two-homer yielded to Alex Jackson that drove in a pair of unearned runs. Overall, Burnes now sports a 2.08 ERA, 1.00 WHIP and 82:22 K:BB in 86.2 innings while being tied for the league lead in quality starts. The Baltimore ace is currently scheduled to make his next start against Phillies at home this weekend.
Jun 4 2024Burnes (6-2) picked up the win Tuesday against Toronto, allowing one run on four hits and one walk across seven innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lone run against Burnes came on a George Springer solo homer in the seventh frame. Burnes hasn't allowed more than three runs in a start this season and has logged eight straight quality starts. On the year, Burnes owns a 2.25 ERA with 76 strikeouts across 79.2 innings and is tied for the league lead in quality starts. Burnes is scheduled for a road start against the Rays on Sunday.
May 29 2024Burnes (5-2) earned the win over Boston on Wednesday, allowing an unearned run on three hits and three walks while striking out five batters over seven innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was splendid in the outing, yielding no extra-base hits and allowing zero earned runs for the second time in his past three starts. The right-hander's five strikeouts were mildly disappointing, but he did have his swing-and-miss stuff working with 16 whiffs in the contest. Burnes has completed at least six frames in seven straight starts and is tied for second in the league with nine quality starts on the campaign.
May 24 2024Burnes allowed three runs on seven hits and two walks over six innings in a no-decision Friday. He struck out six during the win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes fired four shutout frames before the White Sox finally broke through with a three-run fifth innings. He forced 14 whiffs and has produced double-digit swinging strikes in eight of his 11 starts this season. The 29-year-old right has allowed three or fewer earned runs in each of his 11 outings, resulting in an impressive 2.60 ERA through 65.2 innings. Burnes will take a 66:17 K:BB into his next outing, which is lined up at home against Boston.
May 19 2024Burnes (4-2) earned the win Sunday against the Mariners, allowing one run on seven hits and a walk over six innings. He struck out 11. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Unlike his previous four outings where the Orioles scored a total of four runs, Burnes received five runs of support through the first three innings, allowing him to cruise to the victory. The increase in strikeouts was also a good sign for Burnes, who had tallied no more than six in his previous eight starts since accumulating 11 on Opening Day. Burnes will carry a 2.56 ERA and 1.04 WHIP into his next start, when he's slated to toe the rubber in a highly favorable matchup on the road against the White Sox.
May 13 2024Burnes did not factor into the decision Monday against the Blue Jays, allowing one run on six hits and two walks over six innings. He struck out two. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes did not allow an extra-base hit as a walk and two singles in the sixth led to the lone run he allowed. The two strikeouts are the fewest Burnes has recorded in a start during his career and represent the eighth consecutive start in which he's recorded six or fewer K's after opening the season with an 11-strikeout effort. While he's not been as dominant in Baltimore as he was in Milwaukee, Burnes has still been plenty effective, allowing three or fewer runs in every start this season. His next outing is tentatively slated to take place this weekend when the Blue Jays come to Camden Yards for a three-game set.
May 8 2024Burnes (3-2) allowed three runs on five hits and three walks while striking out six over 6.1 innings to take the loss Tuesday versus the Nationals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The three walks matched a season high, and the Nationals proved opportunistic by logging three steals with Burnes on the mound. The right-hander has earned a quality start in five of his eight outings and has yet to give up more than three runs in any of his starts. He's winless over his last three starts but owns a 2.83 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 47:12 K:BB through 47.2 innings overall. Burnes lines up for a home start versus the Blue Jays in his next outing.
May 1 2024Burnes (3-1) took the loss Wednesday, allowing two runs on four hits and one walk across six innings against the Yankees. He struck out six ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All the damage against Burnes came in the fifth inning when Oswaldo Cabrera launched a two-run home run. Despite allowing three or fewer runs for a seventh straight start, Burnes was stuck with the loss Wednesday as the Orioles offense could only manage three total hits and didn't score. While Burnes has allowed a home run in six of his seven starts this season, he owns a 2.61 ERA over 41.1 innings with 41 strikeouts -- the sixth most in the American League. Burnes is lined up for a start against the Nationals on Tuesday.
Apr 26 2024Burnes did not factor into the decision Friday against Oakland, allowing one run on three hits and three walks over six innings. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was solid Friday, holding the A's to a lone run on a Shea Langeliers homer in the first inning. He'd depart with a one-run lead, though Oakland would tie the game off Craig Kimbrel in the ninth before beating the Orioles in extras, leaving Burnes with a no-decision. It's the first quality start in three outings for the 29-year-old right-hander -- Burnes failed to make it through six innings in his previous two starts. Overall, he's 3-0 with a 2.55 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 35:8 K:BB through six starts (35.1 innings) this season. Burnes is currently lined up for a home matchup with the Yankees next week.
Apr 21 2024Burnes (3-0) earned the win Saturday against the Royals, allowing three runs on four hits and one walk over 5.2 innings while striking out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes cruised through the first five innings, going 1-2-3 through Kansas City's lineup three times over that stretch as the Orioles provided him with plenty of run support. The only runs he would allow on the day came via a three-run shot off the bat of Salvador Perez in the bottom of the sixth, before the right-hander was then relieved by Danny Coulombe with two outs in the frame. Burnes has now won each of his first three decisions to open the season and now holds a 3.09 ERA in April to go along with an 18:5 K:BB. Perhaps the only downside is that he's now surrendered a home run in four of his five outings.
Apr 14 2024Burnes didn't factor into the decision Sunday against Milwaukee, allowing three runs (two earned) on six hits and two walks across five innings. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After being dealt to Baltimore this offseason, Burnes took on his former team for his fourth start of the campaign. Burnes' outing started roughly, as he gave up a solo homer and a double to the first two batters he faced -- William Contreras and Rhys Hoskins. He settled in afterward, retiring eight of his next nine batters, but still ended up allowing a season-high three runs. Burnes has surrendered long balls in three of his four starts in 2024 and owns a 9.5 K/9 through 23.2 innings. He's tentatively scheduled to start against the Royals, who rank top five in MLB in home runs, RBI and stolen bases, Saturday.
Apr 9 2024Burnes (2-0) earned the win Tuesday versus Boston, allowing one run on two hits and two walks over seven innings. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After Tyler O'Neill belted a solo home run in the first inning, Burnes settled in and blanked the Red Sox over his subsequent six frames, allowing just one additional hit. Burnes' dominant outing comes as a relief after the right-hander was tagged for nine hits over 5.2 innings versus Kansas City in his last start. He lowered his ERA to a pristine 1.93 with a 0.75 WHIP and 20:2 K:BB through his first three starts (18.2 innings) with Baltimore. Burnes is currently in line for a two-start week -- he's tentatively scheduled to face the Brewers at home Sunday.
Apr 4 2024Burnes came away with a no-decision in Wednesday's 4-3 win over the Royals, allowing two runs on nine hits over 5.2 innings. He struck out three without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander fell just short of his second straight quality start to begin the season, getting pulled after exactly 100 pitches (67 strikes), but Burnes got outdueled by Cole Ragans and was in line for the loss until Baltimore rallied late. Burnes has a dazzling 14:0 K:BB through his first 11.2 innings with the O's, and he lines up to make his next start in Boston next week.
Mar 28 2024Burnes (1-0) allowed one earned run on one hit and no walks while striking out 11 in Thursday's win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes served up a home run to Mike Trout in the first inning, which accounted for the only baserunner he allowed. All told, he racked up 12 swinging strikes across his 82 total pitches to cruise to his first victory with Baltimore. Burnes tentatively lines up for another favorable matchup in his second outing of the season against the Royals.
Mar 10 2024Manager Brandon Hyde named Burnes the Orioles' starter for Opening Day against the Angels on March 28, Buster Olney of ESPN reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's not a major surprise the Orioles' new ace will be taking the mound Opening Day, especially with Kyle Bradish (elbow) beginning the season on the injured list. Burnes is making his third Grapefruit League start Sunday versus the Blue Jays and will look to get on track ahead of the regular season, as he's allowed three runs on four hits and a walk over 2.2 frames in his first two spring starts.
Mar 4 2024Burnes has allowed three runs on four hits and a walk over 2.2 innings in Grapefruit League play. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: On the bright side, Burnes has struck out five batters. Spring struggles aren't really a concern for a veteran like Burnes, who projects to be the ace of a potentially very strong Baltimore rotation this season. Even in a down year in 2023, the right-hander posted a 3.39 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 200:66 K:BB over 193.2 innings with the Brewers.
Feb 1 2024Burnes was traded from the Brewers to the Orioles in exchange for DL Hall and Joey Ortiz and the 34th pick in the 2024 MLB Draft on Thursday, Jeff Passan of ESPN.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was floated in trade rumors throughout the offseason, though it appeared that perhaps he'd begin the 2024 campaign with the Brewers. Instead, he'll provide a front-line arm to strengthen the Orioles rotation. Even in a down year relative to his lofty standards, Burnes put together a 3.39 ERA and 1.07 WHIP with a 200:66 K:BB across 193.2 innings in 2023 and will now call pitcher-friendly Camden Yards his home park.
Jan 11 2024Burnes signed a one-year, $15.6 million contract with the Brewers on Thursday to avoid arbitration, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes and the Brewers failed to agree to terms last offseason, and he openly spoke about his displeasure with the arbitration process. After another strong year in 2023, Burnes was able to reach an agreement with the club and will see a $5.5 million increase in salary. Assuming no long-term agreement is reached, he will hit free agency following the 2024 season.
Oct 2 2023Burnes will start Game 1 of the National League Wild Card Series on Tuesday, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Brewers have, arguably, three viable candidates to take the ball in Game 1, but Burnes has been lined up to pitch and was really the only candidate. Burnes finished the 2023 season with a 3.39 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 200:66 K:BB over 193.2 innings foor the Brew Crew. He'll be opposed by rookie Brandon Pfaadt.
Sep 28 2023Burnes did not allow a run on five hits and one walk across four innings in Thursday's 3-0 win over the Cardinals. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes likely earned some rest in advance of the playoffs, only throwing 66 pitches across four innings before turning the ball over to Julio Teheran. The right-hander has put together another excellent season, pitching to a 3.39 ERA and 1.07 WHIP across 193.2 innings. Notably, he reached the 200 strikeout milestone for the third season in a row, highlighting his consistency and reliability when taking the mound.
Sep 22 2023Burnes (10-8) earned the win Friday, allowing two hits and two walks over five scoreless innings against the Marlins. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was handed a big early lead and went into cruise control against Miami's punchless lineup, yielding only two singles across five easy frames in what was ultimately a 16-1 postseason-clinching victory for Milwaukee. The ace right-hander is lined up to make one final regular-season start next week against the Cardinals, but it will probably be an abbreviated outing as the Brewers plot out their plans for October.
Sep 16 2023Burnes allowed four runs on five hits and three walks while striking out nine batters over 5.2 innings in a no-decision against Washington on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes sprained his ankle in his previous start Sunday against the Yankees but was able to take the mound six days later without restrictions. He allowed just one run and held a 5-1 lead through five frames but couldn't get out of the sixth, yielding five straight baserunners that resulted in three runs with two outs. Aside from his final frame, Burnes looked very strong, racking up 15 swinging strikes and nine punchouts. He's posted a respectable 3.69 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 65:21 K:BB across 63.1 frames over his past 10 starts but hasn't earned a win during that stretch.
Sep 14 2023Burnes (ankle) is listed as the Brewers' scheduled starting pitcher for Saturday's game against the Nationals at American Family Field. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes sprained his left ankle during his most recent outing Sunday against the Yankees, but he apparently emerged from his between-starts bullpen session no worse for the wear and will be ready to return to the bump on five days' rest. Heading into the weekend, the Brewers hold a comfortable 4.5-game lead over the Cubs for first place in the National League Central, but Burnes shouldn't face any limitations with his workloads or have any turns in the rotation skipped until Milwaukee officially clinches the division crown.
Sep 10 2023Burnes was removed from Sunday's start against the Yankees due to a sprained left ankle, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes struck out seven in eight no-hit innings during Sunday's matchup, but he suffered an ankle injury while making an inning-ending out in the seventh. Although he's sore, he expects to be fine for his next start, which tentatively lines up for next weekend at home against the Nationals.
Sep 5 2023Burnes (9-8) took the loss against Pittsburgh on Monday, allowing four runs on seven hits and no walks while striking out seven batters over six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes began well, retiring nine of 11 batters through three scoreless frames. However, he served up a game-tying two-run homer to Jack Suwinski in the fourth and yielded two more runs in the fifth. That was enough to saddle him with the loss in a game during which Milwaukee managed just two runs. Burnes extended his streak of starts without a win to eight contests, though he hasn't been all that bad during that span with a 3.99 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 49:16 K:BB over 49.2 frames. He's still above .500 with a 9-8 record on the campaign, though his 3.63 ERA is well below the standard he set over the previous three seasons, when his worst ERA was 2.94.
Aug 30 2023Burnes (9-7) took the loss Tuesday, allowing one run on eight hits and two walks over seven innings against the Cubs. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes took advantage of favorable wind conditions at Wrigley Field on Tuesday, yielding just one run across seven frames, though he was ultimately stuck with his seventh loss of the campaign. The 28-year-old is winless across his last seven appearances, a stretch in which he owns a 3.71 ERA and 42:16 K:BB. Burnes is tentatively scheduled to take on the Pirates in Pittsburgh his next time out.
Aug 24 2023Burnes did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing six runs on eight hits and one walk over six innings in a victory over the Twins. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes didn't have his best stuff Wednesday, allowing back-to-back singles to open the contest before going on to surrender three home runs on the day, the most he's allowed in a start since May 22. It was the right-hander's third time this season allowing at least six earned runs, and he's now given up at least five runs in two of his last three starts. Burnes holds a 4.74 ERA through four August starts after pitching to a 1.85 ERA in July and is now winless over his last six outings.
Aug 17 2023Burnes allowed two hits and two walks while striking out nine batters over seven innings in a no-decision against the Dodgers on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes dominated one of the league's top offenses, but Los Angeles starter Lance Lynn matched him with seven scoreless frames of his own. Though Burnes had to settle for a no-decision, this was one of his best outings of the campaign and a strong bounce-back from his previous start, when he gave up five runs over 5.2 innings against the White Sox. The right-hander improved his season ERA to 3.43 and his WHIP to 1.06 with the standout performance Thursday, and with nine punchouts he moved up to 10th in the National League with 155 on the season.
Aug 11 2023Burnes did not factor into the decision Friday, allowing five runs on eight hits and three walks over 5.2 innings against the White Sox. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes had not allowed more than two runs in any start since the beginning of July and the 11 baserunners he allowed were more than in any start since 2021. Despite his struggles, Burnes left with the lead in the sixth, but the Brewers allowed the White Sox to send the game to extras negating the opportunity for Burnes to pick up his 10th victory. Burnes' next opportunity to reach double-figures in the win column will likely come next week in a road matchup against the Dodgers.
Aug 5 2023Burnes completed six innings Saturday, allowing two runs on two hits and four walks while striking out five batters in a no-decision against Pittsburgh ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite tying a season high with four walks, Burnes was effective in the outing, allowing just a pair of hits. Both of those knocks came in the fifth inning, with the second of the two -- a Jason Delay double -- producing both of the runs charged to his ledger. The veteran hurler stuck around to complete six frames, giving him his seventh consecutive quality start and his 16th overall on the season, tied for third in the majors. Burnes' stats haven't been quite as good as they were the past few seasons, but he's still been impressive with a 3.42 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 141:50 K:BB over 139.1 innings.
Jul 31 2023Burnes allowed two runs on four hits and three walks over six innings in Monday's loss to Washington. He struck out five and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes turned in six quality starts in July, registering an impressive 1.85 ERA and 47:13 K:BB through 39 innings during that span. He allowed two or fewer runs in each of those six outings. His season ERA has dropped to 3.44 with a 136:46 K:BB through 22 starts. Burnes is currently projected to face the Pirates at home this weekend.
Jul 25 2023Burnes (9-6) was charged with the loss Tuesday against the Reds after he gave up two runs on three hits and a walk over six innings. He struck out six. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was once again in peak form, though Cincinnati was able to tally a pair of runs during the fourth inning on two singles, a walk and a hit-by-pitch. The right-hander totaled 31 called and swinging strikes as he delivered a fifth straight quality start, though he was unable to extend his four-start win streak. Burnes has a 3.46 ERA, 1.04 WHIP and 131:43 K:BB across 127.1 innings this season.
Jul 20 2023Burnes (9-5) earned the win and struck out 10 against the Phillies on Thursday, allowing two hits and a walk over eight scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's the second straight start with double-digit strikeouts for the right-hander after he failed to reach double digits in his first 18 outings of the year. Burnes has won four consecutive starts and has a 1.33 ERA, 0.63 WHIP and 36:9 K:BB across 27 innings during that stretch. A matchup with the Reds likely awaits early next week, and he has a 2.50 ERA with 26 strikeouts over 18 frames in his three starts against them this season.
Jul 14 2023Burnes (8-5) earned the win Friday, allowing two hits and two walks over six scoreless innings against the Reds. He struck out 13. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: At one point Burnes stepped off the mound and was evaluated by the medical staff, but he powered through whatever was ailing him and finished with his first double-digit strikeout performance of the season. The Milwaukee bullpen completed the shutout and brought the Brewers back into a tie for first in the NL Central. Burnes, who was told by GM Matt Arnold that he will not be traded at the deadline, now has a 3.73 ERA, 1.11 WHIP and 115 strikeouts in 113.1 innings this season.
Jul 7 2023Burnes (7-5) yielded two runs on three hits and four walks over six innings Friday, striking out six and earning a win over the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes allowed just one baserunner through four shutout frames before Joey Votto belted a two-run shot in the fifth inning. Burnes has won consecutive starts for the first time since April. He's given up four runs over 13 innings in those two wins after being tagged with 14 runs in his previous three outings. The 28-year-old righty lowered his ERA to 3.94 with a 102:39 K:BB through 107.1 frames this season.
Jul 2 2023Burnes (6-5) earned the win Saturday, allowing two runs on one hit and two walks over seven innings against the Pirates. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander had a perfect game going through five innings but gave up two runs on a hit, two walks and a hit-by-pitch during the sixth. Burnes rebounded with a scoreless seventh before turning things over to Milwaukee's bullpen, which almost squandered a nine-run lead. The strong outing was a welcome sight for Burnes, who surrendered 11 runs and struck out just six batters over his previous two starts. It's been an up-and-down season through 17 starts for the 28-year-old with a 4.00 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 96:35 K:BB across 101.1 frames.
Jun 26 2023Burnes allowed four runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out three over 5.2 innings Sunday against the Guardians. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes gave up an early home run to Josh Naylor to put the Guardians ahead in the second and was able to keep them in check until he got a little wild in the sixth. Burnes allowed three hits, walked two and threw a wild pitch during a three-run inning and couldn't even make it through the frame. He's now surrendered a home run and at least seven hits in each of his last three starts and his ERA sits above a 4.00 (currently at 4.10) for the first time since late April. The 28-year-old has just one win since May 12 and will look to change his fortune in a road matchup against the Pirates next weekend.
Jun 19 2023Burnes (5-5) took the loss against Arizona on Monday, allowing seven runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out three batters over five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Nearly all of the damage against Burnes came in the first inning, when he gave up six runs on five hits. The scoring tally in that frame matched the total Burnes had yielded over 20 innings in his previous three starts combined. To his credit, the right-hander hung around for four more frames and gave up just one more run, but Milwaukee's offense never came close to making the game interesting. Burnes had registered four straight quality starts coming into the contest, but he's had an uncharacteristic number of blow-ups this season, giving up five or more earned runs on four different occasions. His 3.96 ERA is on track to be his worst since 2019.
Jun 14 2023Burnes didn't factor into the decision in Tuesday's 7-5 loss to the Twins, giving up three runs on seven hits and a walk over six-plus innings. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander was en route to his sixth win of the year until Minnesota struck for four runs in the bottom of the ninth off the normally reliable Devin Williams. Burnes generated a massive 33 called or swinging strikes among his 99 pitches, and he has nine quality starts on the season in 14 outings -- including four straight, a stretch in which he boasts a 2.33 ERA, 0.85 WHIP and 32:8 K:BB through 27 innings. He'll look to keep rolling in his next trip to the mound, likely to come at home early next week against the Diamondbacks.
Jun 8 2023Burnes (5-4) earned the win over Baltimore on Wednesday, allowing two hits and striking out nine batters over eight scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was dominant in the outing, allowing just a pair of singles while racking up 14 whiffs and nine punchouts. He received plenty of run support to garner his first win since May 12. While Burnes' overall numbers this season aren't quite up to par with those of his previous three campaigns, he's been steady with eight quality starts over 13 appearances. Over his past three outings, the right-hander as posted a 1.71 ERA, 0.71 WHIP and 24:7 K:BB across 21 frames.
Jun 3 2023Burnes did not factor into the decision Friday, allowing three runs on two hits and four walks across six innings in a 5-4 victory over Cincinnati. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes' night was likely done anyways, but he was tossed after the final out of the sixth for arguing balls and strikes with the home plate umpire. The right-hander needed 100 pitches (59 strikes) to get through six frames and recorded a season-high four walks, which likely played into his frustration with the strike zone. After allowing 10 runs over his first two starts, the 2021 NL Cy Young Award winner has posted a 2.83 ERA, 1.09 WHIP and 60:23 K:BB over his past 10 appearances (60.1 innings). Burnes will look to make it three straight quality starts next time out, which is tentatively scheduled during a three-game set versus Baltimore.
May 28 2023Burnes did not factor into the decision Saturday, allowing one run on four hits and three walks over seven innings during a 3-1 loss to the Giants. He struck out eight. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite allowing a first-inning run, Burnes still completed seven frames, his most since pitching an eight-inning shutout against Arizona on April 11. The 2021 NL Cy Young Award winner allowed 10 earned runs over his first two starts of 2023, but he's been better since then, posting a 2.65 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 53:19 K:BB over his last nine appearances (54.1 innings). The right-hander will look to maintain his strong play next time out, which is tentatively scheduled for the opener of a four-game set in Cincinnati.
May 22 2023Burnes (4-4) took the loss against Houston on Monday, allowing five runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out five batters over five innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes gave up a career-worst four homers in the outing, so his final stat line could have been much worse. The Astros tagged him for a pair of solo shots -- all of which traveled over 400 feet -- in each of the second and fifth frames, and he gave up another run on a groundout in the fourth. Burnes had a streak of four straight quality starts snapped in the loss, and his season ERA jumped to 3.97. While that number isn't disastrous, it's a significant drop-off after the right-hander posted an ERA of 2.94 or better each of his previous three seasons.
May 18 2023Burnes (4-3) took the loss against St. Louis on Wednesday, allowing three runs on eight hits and one walk while striking out seven batters over six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes wasn't at his best Wednesday -- the eight hits against him were the most he's given up so far this season, and he yielded more than two earned runs for the first time since early April -- but he still managed to pitch effectively over six frames to notch his fourth straight quality start. However, the Brewers were unable to push any runs across the plate, resulting in their ace falling to 4-3 on the campaign. Burnes' numbers this season are quiet by his recent standards, especially in terms of strikeouts, as his current 8.0 K/9 would be the lowest of his six-year MLB career.
May 12 2023Burnes (4-2) earned the win Friday over the Royals, giving up two hits and four walks while striking out seven over six scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The four walks were a season high for Burnes, but the rest of his line was excellent. This was his second scoreless outing in eight starts this season. The right-hander has a 3.35 ERA, 1.12 WHIP and 39:18 K:BB through 45.2 innings in 2023. He's lined up for a road start in St. Louis next week.
May 6 2023Burnes (3-2) took the loss Friday, allowing five runs (two earned) on four hits and three walks over six innings against San Francisco. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was victimized by a couple of Milwaukee's defensive miscues, leading to an undeserved loss. The right-hander now sports a 1.13 WHIP on the season, and he hasn't given up more than two earned runs in any of his last five starts. The 28-year-old is tentatively slated to face the Dodgers at home in his next start.
Apr 29 2023Burnes (3-1) earned the win Saturday, allowing one run on five hits and one walk over six innings against the Angels. He struck out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes has strung together several quality starts after giving up six runs in 4.1 innings against the Mets on April 5th. The right-hander has given up just six runs over his last 24.1 innings, and sports a 1.13 WHIP on the season. The 28-year-old is tentatively slated to face San Francisco on the road in his next start.
Apr 5 2023Burnes didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 7-6 win over the Mets, coughing up six runs on seven hits and two walks over 4.1 innings. He struck out three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Five of the seven hits went for extra bases, including two homers by Pete Alonso, but Burnes was quickly taken off the hook for a loss after exiting when Milwaukee tied the game at 6-6 in the bottom of the fifth inning. The right-hander threw 57 of 93 pitches for strikes but managed only five swinging strikes, and the 2021 NL Cy Young Award winner has had a bumpy beginning to his 2023 campaign with a 9.64 ERA and 6:5 K:BB through two starts and 9.1 innings. Burnes will try to use a possible two-step next week to get on track, as the Brewers head out on a road trip that takes them through Arizona and San Diego.
Mar 30 2023Burnes (0-1) gave up four earned runs on four hits and three walks while striking out three over five innings during Thursday's loss to the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes started off solid through two innings Thursday, but then allowed four runs in the third inning, which proved to be all that Chicago needed to secure the win. Burnes' three strikeouts also ties his career low (in a start) and adds to an uncharacteristic outing for the former NL Cy Young Award winner.
Mar 14 2023Burnes threw 29 pitches over four scoreless innings in Monday's spring game. He allowed just one hit, hit a batter and posted a 5:1 K:BB in the outing. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes gave up a couple earned runs in his first two exhibition outings, but he was locked in Monday, allowing just three runners to reach base. He has not officially been named the Opening Day starter for the Brewers, but expect him to be on the mound when they kick off the regular season March 30 against the Cubs.
Feb 16 2023Burnes will make $10.01 million in 2023 after losing his arbitration hearing against the Brewers on Wednesday, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes had asked for a $10.75 million salary in what was his second year of arbitration eligibility. The pitcher said afterward that "there's no denying the relationship (with the Brewers) is definitely hurt" as a result of what was said during the hearing. While Burnes also pointed out that "we're professionals and we're gonna go out there and do our job," this certainly can't help the Brewers' chances of signing him to a contract extension at some point.
Oct 6 2022Burnes did not factor into the decision Wednesday and did not allow a baserunner with five strikeouts over three innings against Arizona. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes finished 2022 without allowing a run in back-to-back outings; however, his final 13 starts were not up to his usual standard as he allowed at least four earned runs on five occasions. The right-hander followed up his 2021 NL Cy Young Award with a 2.94 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 243:51 K:BB in 202 innings, with the strikeouts and innings totals representing career highs.
Oct 1 2022Burnes (12-8) earned the win against the Marlins on Friday, allowing no runs on four hits while striking out seven and walking none over eight innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Friday's game turned out to be a pitchers' duel between two of the best pitchers in the game, as both Burnes and Sandy Alcantara lasted eight innings. Burnes took the win thanks to a sixth-inning sacrifice fly from Rowdy Tellez. Burnes needed 103 pitches, 62 of which were strikes, to get through eight frames. It was his fourth quality start in September and lowered his ERA from 3.11 to 2.98.
Sep 24 2022Burnes (11-8) earned the win against the Reds on Saturday, allowing two runs on four hits over 6.1 innings. He struck out eight and walked three. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After striking out the first two batters he faced, Burnes issued a walk to Kyle Farmer and gave up back-to-back singles to Stuart Fairchild and Alejo Lopez to allow the game's first run. Burnes settled down after that, putting together three 1-2-3 innings in a row before eventually giving up a second run on a Matt Reynolds single in the bottom of the seventh. The right-hander came into Saturday game having lost his last two starts, allowing eight runs on 14 hits over that 12.2-inning stretch (5.68 ERA).
Sep 20 2022Burnes (10-8) gave up five runs on seven hits and one walk over 5.2 innings to take the loss to the Mets on Monday. He struck out four. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Pete Alonso cracked a three-run homer in the fourth inning and the Mets would add two more runs on three additional extra-base hits in the sixth (triple, triple, double). Burnes has not been his typical dominant self lately -- he has a 5.75 ERA, 1.25 WHIP and seven homers allowed in his last 36 innings. Last year's NL Cy Young winner is now up to 184.2 innings this season, 17.2 more than last year already, but the Brewers are just 2.5 games out of a wild-card spot, so it seems unlikely Burnes will face an early shutdown.
Sep 15 2022Burnes (10-7) took the loss against St. Louis on Wednesday, allowing three runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out five batters over seven innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes didn't pitch poorly in the contest, and a pair of solo home runs -- one by Nolan Arenado in the second inning and another by Lars Nootbaar in the fifth -- accounted for most of the damage against him. The righty hurler picked up his second straight quality start, but he was outdueled by veteran Adam Wainwright, who gave up only one run over five innings. Burnes has bounced back from an ugly three-start stretch by allowing just four earned runs over 15 frames during his past two starts. Fantasy managers who roster him will look for Burnes to keep up the momentum as he lines up for two starts next week.
Sep 8 2022Burnes (10-6) earned the win Thursday, allowing one run on three hits over eight innings against the Giants. He struck out 14. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes surrendered only one extra-base hit in the form of an RBI double from Mike Yastrzemski to open the scoring in the third inning. The righty had been faltering alarmingly in the four starts prior to this contest, recording a 7.29 ERA and 1.62 WHIP over 21 innings. Furthermore, the 27-year-old has allowed eight home runs in his last ten outings.
Sep 3 2022Burnes didn't factor in the decision against Arizona on Saturday, allowing five runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out five batters over 5.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes struggled with his control in the contest, allowing three walks and throwing 67 of 110 pitches for strikes. He still had a chance to win, entering the bottom of the sixth inning with a 4-3 lead. However, the right-hander allowed a pair of two-out hits in the frame, and both runners came around to score. Burnes has given up at least three earned runs in each of his past four contests, posting a 7.29 ERA over 21 innings during that stretch.
Aug 29 2022Burnes allowed five runs on eight hits and a walk over six innings against Pittsburgh on Monday. He struck out five and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes turned in four scoreless innings before giving up four runs in the fifth, including a three-run shot by Oneil Cruz. The reigning NL Cy Young winner struggled in August, going 1-2 with an ugly 5.61 ERA through six starts. Burnes now owns a 195:43 K:BB and a 3.01 ERA through 158.1 frames; his ERA hadn't been above 3.00 since his very first start of the year. Burnes is projected to start in Arizona this weekend.
Aug 23 2022Burnes (9-6) took the loss Tuesday versus the Dodgers. He allowed seven runs on six hits, two walks and a hit batter while striking out three in 3.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes gave up at least one run in three of the four innings he appeared in during a nightmarish start against the National League's most dangerous offense. This matched his shortest outing of the year and the seven runs against were a season high. Burnes saw his ERA spike up to 2.84 with a 0.96 WHIP and 190:42 K:BB through 152.1 innings through 25 starts. He'll look to shake off this rough outing in his next start, tentatively set for a home date versus the Pirates next week.
Aug 18 2022Burnes (9-5) allowed three earned runs on six hits and two walks while striking out six across 5.2 innings to earn the win Thursday against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes held the potent Dodgers lineup scoreless through five innings. However, he allowed the first three batters he faced in the sixth inning to reach base and ultimately surrendered a two-RBI triple to Gavin Lux to end his outing. Though Burnes has failed to work at least six innings in three of his last six starts, he's still maintained a 3.60 ERA with a 43:11 K:BB in that span. For the season, Burnes has a 2.48 ERA with 187 strikeouts across 148.2 frames.
Aug 13 2022Burnes allowed a run on four hits and struck out six without walking a batter in seven innings, but he took a no-decision versus the Cardinals on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes engaged in a pitchers' duel with Adam Wainwright for much of the contest, with each starter allowing just one run late in their respective outings. Over his last two starts, Burnes has given up two runs, six hits and two walks while striking out 15 in 13 innings. The right-hander continues to impress in 2022 with a 2.39 ERA, 0.92 WHIP and 181:38 K:BB through 143 innings across 23 starts overall. He's projected for another tough matchup next week at home versus the Dodgers.
Aug 7 2022Burnes did not factor into the decision Sunday, allowing one run on two hits and two walks over six innings against the Reds. He struck out nine. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After struggling in his last start against the Pirates, Burnes bounced back in electric fashion, with the only damage on the afternoon coming from a solo home run off the bat of Michael Papierski in the fifth inning. Despite the quality start, the Brewers' ace failed to record the win for the fifth time in seven starts since the beginning of July. Burnes looks to garner more run support and get back in the win column in his next scheduled start against the Cardinals.
Aug 3 2022Burnes (8-5) took the loss against the Pirates on Tuesday, allowing four runs on three hits while striking out six and walking five across 5.1 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was uncharacteristically inefficient Tuesday, throwing 53 of 103 pitches for strikes over 5.1 frames. The four runs allowed to the Pirates were the most he has allowed in a single game since he allowed five runs to the Padres on June 3. The five walks were a single game season-high for Burnes. Since July 14, his ERA has steadily creeped up and now sits at 2.49. He will look to turn things around in his next appearance.
Jul 28 2022Burnes (8-4) picked up the win in Wednesday's 10-4 victory over the Twins, giving up three runs on five hits over six innings. He struck out 11 without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Minnesota got to Burnes for three runs in the second inning, but other than that stumble the right-hander was in total control, racking up 17 swinging strikes among his 102 pitches and fanning double-digit batters for the third time in his last four starts and the eighth time this season. The quality start was also his 15th in 20 trips to the mound, and Burnes has a 2.31 ERA, 0.92 WHIP and 160:31 K:BB through 124.2 innings as he keeps himself in the running for his second straight NL Cy Young Award.
Jul 23 2022Burnes gave up two earned runs on six hits and two walks while striking out five over five innings in a 6-5 extra-innings win over the Rockies on Friday. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was effective over five innings of work, and he left the game in line for his eighth win of the season. However, he was forced to settle for the no-decision after the Brewers bullpen coughed up the lead in the sixth. The only damage which Burnes yielded came on a two-run home run to Charlie Blackmon. The 27-year-old right-hander has an elite 11.3 K/9 to go along with his 2.20 ERA. He will look to go deeper into the game in his next expected start against the Twins next week.
Jul 14 2022Burnes allowed two runs (one earned) on four hits and three walks while striking out 10 in 7.1 innings in a no-decision versus the Giants on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Since a pair of bad starts to begin June, Burnes has bounced back by allowing only eight runs (seven earned) over his last 41 innings. The right-hander has racked up three double-digit strikeout games in that span and has seven such starts this year. He's pitched to a dominant 2.14 ERA, 0.90 WHIP and 144:27 K:BB across 113.2 innings overall. He was named to the National League's All-Star roster, so it's likely the next time he takes the mound is Tuesday in Los Angeles during the Midsummer Classic.
Jul 6 2022Burnes allowed three hits and one walk while striking out 10 across seven scoreless innings Wednesday against the Cubs. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes dominated the Cubs the entire outing, generating 26 swinging strikes on 100 total pitches. That was enough for him to record his sixth double-digit strikeout effort and fifth scoreless effort of the season. After this performance, Burnes has a 2.20 ERA with a 134:26 K:BB across 106.1 frames on the campaign.
Jul 1 2022Burnes (7-4) yielded one run on one hit and four walks over six innings Friday, striking out five and earning a win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes got through five shutout frames before allowing a run on a wild pitch in the sixth. His four walks tied a season high from June 9 but he still owns a terrific 124:25 K:BB through 99.1 frames. Over his last six starts, Burnes has registered a 2.59 ERA with 57 punchouts through 41.2 innings. The 27-year-old righty will carry a 2.36 ERA into his projected home start against the Cubs next week.
Jun 26 2022Burnes (6-4) earned the win against Toronto on Saturday, allowing three runs on five hits while striking out nine and walking two over 7.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes allowed three runs Saturday, just his fourth time in 15 games this season he has allowed at least three earned runs. The nine strikeouts were his third-highest single-game total of the year. The righty threw 64 of 105 pitches for strikes in the outing and picked up his 11th quality start. Burnes will take a 2.41 ERA into his next appearance.
Jun 20 2022Burnes (5-4) earned the win Monday versus the Cardinals with seven shutout innings. He allowed two hits and two walks while striking out 10. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes has put his struggles from early June behind him by recording a quality start in his last two outings. This was the fourth time this season he's kept runs off the board, and it was also the sixth time he's completed seven frames. The right-hander has added five double-digit strikeout games in what's been another excellent campaign. He owns a 2.31 ERA, 0.92 WHIP and 110:19 K:BB across 85.2 innings overall. Burnes is projected for a home start versus the Blue Jays this weekend.
Jun 15 2022Burnes (4-4) allowed two runs on five hits and no walks while striking out eight in six innings to earn the win Wednesday over the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was shaky in losing his first two starts in June, but he bounced back Wednesday. He had the most trouble with Jeff McNeil, who delivered a solo home run and an RBI single to account for both of the Mets' runs. Despite the recent struggles, Burnes still owns a 2.52 ERA, 0.95 WHIP and 100:17 K:BB across 78.2 innings in 13 starts. He's projected for a home start versus the division-rival Cardinals next week -- in his only start against them in 2022, he pitched seven innings of two-hit ball in his best game of the year.
Jun 9 2022Burnes allowed three runs (one earned) on three hits and four walks while striking out eight in 4.1 innings. He did not factor into the decision in an 8-3 loss Thursday against Philadelphia. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes struggled all game with his command and had three-ball counts with nine of the 21 batters he faced. All in all, he needed 113 pitches to get through 4.1 innings. The righty has struggled in June, allowing 17 baserunners and eight runs (seven earned) in eight innings across two starts. After only walking five batters in 39 innings in May, he has walked six thus far this month. His next start will likely be in the middle of next week against the Mets.
Jun 3 2022Burnes (3-3) took the loss Friday versus the Padres. He allowed five runs on eight hits and two walks with six strikeouts in 3.2 innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes had completed at least five innings in all 10 of his starts entering Friday, but he was far from his best in this one. He threw 59 of 95 pitches for strikes, while the five runs and eight hits against him were both season highs. The right-hander has had few bad outings in the last three years, so we'll give him a pass for this one. He's at a 2.50 ERA, 0.92 WHIP and 84:13 K:BB in 68.1 innings this season. Burnes will look to bounce back at home versus the Phillies next week.
May 29 2022Burnes (3-2) allowed two hits and a walk with 11 strikeouts in seven shutout innings to earn the win Sunday versus the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes enjoyed one of his best starts of the year, going seven innings for a fifth time while racking up double-digit strikeouts for the fourth time. He's won consecutive starts while lowering his ERA to 1.95 with a 0.82 WHIP and 78:11 K:BB across 10 outings. The reigning NL Cy Young winner will look to keep up the success in a home start versus the Padres next week.
May 24 2022Burnes (2-2) earned the win during Tuesday's 4-1 victory over San Diego, allowing one run on five hits and two walks with five strikeouts in six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes settled down after permitting five baserunners and one run combined in the first two innings to get through his final four innings nearly unscathed. The 27-year-old extended his streak of going at least six innings to eight starts, though he's now struck out five in consecutive turns after recording at least seven whiffs in each of his previous six. Burnes' 2.18 ERA and 0.87 WHIP both place among the league leaders and he's currently set to make a second start this week against St. Louis over the weekend.
May 18 2022Burnes didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 7-6 extra-innings win over Atlanta, giving up four runs on seven hits over six innings. He struck out five without walking a batter. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander ran into trouble in the third inning, serving up back-to-back homers to Austin Riley and Marcell Ozuna to account for all the damage against him, but the Brewers bailed him out late. Burnes saw his streak of six straight quality starts come to an end, but he'll still carry a 2.26 ERA and dazzling 62:8 K:BB through 51.2 innings into his next outing.
May 13 2022Burnes threw seven innings Friday against the Marlins, striking out seven and walking none while allowing on run on five hits. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes did his part, but so did his counterpart Pablo Lopez, who also allowed just one run in seven frames. Both pitchers' only blemishes came on solo homers, with Jesus Aguilar besting Burnes in the bottom of the third inning to level the score. The Brewers would eventually score a run in the top of the ninth to emerge 2-1 victors. Burnes, who now owns a 1.77 ERA through seven starts, lines up to face Atlanta next Wednesday.
May 8 2022Burnes (1-2) suffered the loss against Atlanta on Saturday, pitching six innings and allowing two runs (one earned) on six hits and one walk while striking out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes' bad fortune continued Saturday, as he registered his fifth straight quality start but has only one win to his ledger over that span. The right-hander was impressive in racking up 20 swinging strikes among his 98 pitches, and the lone earned run he allowed came on a solo homer off the bat of Ronald Acuna in the fifth inning. Despite recording only one victory on the campaign, Burnes has been arguably more dominant than last season, compiling a 1.86 ERA, 0.80 WHIP and 50:8 K:BB across 38.2 innings. He's expected to make his next start in Miami next weekend.
May 1 2022Burnes (1-1) allowed two runs on four hits and a walk over seven innings Sunday, striking out 10 and taking a loss against the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes turned in another strong outing but was tagged with his first loss of the season in part because his offense failed to score a run in the contest. He kept the Cubs scoreless through four frames before Patrick Wisdom knocked a solo home run in the fifth. The 27-year-old is sporting a 1.93 ERA with an impressive 43:7 K:BB through 32.2 frames after recording at least 10 strikeouts for a third straight start. Burnes is expected to take the mound in Atlanta next weekend.
Apr 25 2022Burnes didn't factor into the decision Monday after allowing two hits while striking out 11 and walking two over 6.2 scoreless innings against the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes made it look easy in this one, fanning 10 or more batters in his second straight start. He would depart in line for the win with two outs in the top of the seventh inning after firing 69 of 106 pitches for strikes. However, the bullpen would give up the lead in the top of the eighth. Burnes now owns a 1.75 ERA and a 33:6 K:BB across 25.2 frames through the first four starts of his 2022 campaign.
Apr 19 2022Burnes (1-0) picked up the win Tuesday after he pitched seven innings, giving up two runs on four hits while striking out 10 in the Brewers' victory over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes tossed five scoreless innings before surrendering a solo homer to Daniel Vogelbach in the top of the sixth and another one to Josh VanMeter in the seventh. The 27-year-old struck out a season-high 10 batters on the way to his first victory of the 2022 campaign. After struggling a little and giving up three runs over five frames in his season debut against the Cubs on Opening Day, Burnes has pitched 14 innings, surrendering just two runs while producing 18 strikeouts and only walking one. He'll look to keep it up in his next expected start Monday against the Giants at home.
Apr 13 2022Burnes pitched seven scoreless innings against Baltimore on Wednesday, giving up three hits and one walk while striking out eight. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The reigning NL Cy Young Award winner struggled in his first appearance of the campaign, giving up three runs in five innings. However, he bounced back with a dominant effort against the Orioles on Wednesday, recording 20 swinging strikes among 97 pitches and allowing just one extra-base hit. Burnes was lined up for the win upon his exit, but the Milwaukee bullpen allowed Baltimore to tie the game before the Brewers ultimately rebounded to claim victory. Burnes will look for his first win of the campaign next week in a home start against the Pirates.
Apr 7 2022Burnes allowed three earned runs on four hits and three walks while striking out four across five innings Thursday against the Cubs. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All of the damage against Burnes came in the fifth inning, with the big blow coming on a two-run home run by Nico Hoerner. However, more notable was Burnes uncharacteristic struggle with command. He walked the first batter he faced on the season prior to issuing another free pass in the second frame. Though Burnes didn't possess his best stuff, he still managed to strike out four consecutive batters spanning from the third into the fourth innings. Burnes projects to take the mound next on Tuesday at Baltimore.
Mar 29 2022Manager Craig Counsell confirmed Tuesday that Burnes will start the Brewers' Opening Day game April 7 against the Cubs in Chicago, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though rotation mate Brandon Woodruff (2.56 ERA, 0.96 WHIP in 179.1 innings in 2021) would be a quality Opening Day starter for just about any other team, Burnes was the obvious top choice to take the hill for the Brewers' season opener fresh off winning his first Cy Young Award. While Milwaukee may choose to implement a six-man rotation for portions of the season in an effort to keep all of its starters fresh, Burnes should once again rank among the best pitchers in the league on a per-outing basis. He led all qualified starters in 2021 with a 30.4 K-BB%, with his ability to make bats miss, limit walks and suppress home runs helping him finish with a 1.63 FIP, 2.00 xERA and 2.30 xFIP. Those underlying numbers suggest he was even more dominant than his elite 2.43 ERA over 167 innings would indicate.
Nov 17 2021Burnes was announced as the winner of the 2021 National League Cy Young Award on Wednesday, Baseball Writers' Association of America reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes and Zack Wheeler each received 12 first-place votes, but Burnes pulled ahead with 14 second-place votes compared to Wheeler's nine. Burnes led the majors with a 2.43 ERA and also had a 0.94 WHIP and 234:34 K:BB over 167 innings. The right-hander will enter spring training as Milwaukee's ace for the foreseeable future.
Oct 12 2021Burnes will not be available in relief Tuesday for Game 4 of the NLDS against Atlanta, Sophia Minnaert of Bally Sports Wisconsin reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: While Atlanta and the Dodgers are turning to Charlie Morton and Walker Buehler, respectively, on short rest, Milwaukee will opt to save Burnes for a potential Game 5 at home Thursday. The Brewers reportedly evaluated Burnes to see if he was ready to go for Game 4, but manager Craig Counsell said his ace was not ready to go on short rest.
Oct 8 2021Burnes allowed two hits and three walks while striking out six across six scoreless innings in Friday's win over Atlanta in Game 1 of the NLDS. He didn't factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes had some trouble early in Friday's outing by walking the first two batters he faced, but he escaped unscathed and delivered a quality start to begin the NLDS. The right-hander was forced to settle for a no-decision in the pitching duel against Charlie Morton but tentatively lines up to start Game 5 of the series, if necessary.
Oct 5 2021Burnes will start Game 1 of the National League Division Series against Atlanta on Friday, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The announcement isn't much of a surprise, as Burnes has been Milwaukee's best starter over the past two seasons and is in the mix for the 2021 NL Cy Young award. The 26-year-old had an 11-5 record and posted a 2.43 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 234:34 K:BB across 167 innings (28 starts) this season. He also lines up to start Game 5, if necessary, since he's taking the mound in the series opener. Brandon Woodruff will pitch for Milwaukee in Game 2 on Saturday.
Oct 3 2021Burnes (11-5) took the loss in Saturday's 8-3 defeat at the hands of the Dodgers, allowing three runs on two hits and one walk with four strikeouts in two innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes surrendered a three-run Justin Turner home run in the first inning and was pulled in the third for a pinch hitter to submit his shortest start of the 2021 campaign. Milwaukee's status as the cemented number two seed no doubt contributed to Burnes' abbreviated start, and the 26-year-old righty concludes the season with an 11-5 record in 28 starts featuring a 2.43 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 234:34 K:BB in 167 innings pitched.
Sep 25 2021Burnes (11-4) allowed a run on five hits and a walk with nine strikeouts in seven innings, earning the win Saturday versus the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander was able to limit the Mets to Javier Baez's RBI single in the fourth inning. Burnes has recorded 18 quality starts in 27 outings this season, including in each of his last three starts. He owns a stellar 2.29 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 230:33 K:BB through 165 innings. The 26-year-old is in line to make his last regular-season start versus the Dodgers next weekend.
Sep 19 2021Burnes didn't factor into the decision Saturday against the Cubs after allowing three runs on six hits and three walks while fanning 11 across six innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes delivered a second straight quality start, and he looked absolutely filthy once again -- he has 25 strikeouts and just four walks over his previous two appearances. The right-hander has also posted six quality starts over eight outings since the beginning of August, delivering a 2.08 ERA with a 11.9 K/9 across 52 innings in that span.
Sep 11 2021Burnes pitched eight no-hit innings and struck out 14 while walking just one to earn the win Saturday versus Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This marked the third time in 25 starts Burnes has gone at least eight innings while racking up double-digit strikeouts. His only mistake Saturday was a walk to Myles Straw. Josh Hader was able to keep the combined no-hitter intact with a perfect ninth inning for the save. Burnes is having a remarkable year with a 2.25 ERA, 0.91 WHIP and 210:29 K:BB across 152 innings overall. He lines up for a home start versus the Cubs next weekend.
Sep 5 2021Burnes allowed three runs on six hits and two walks over five innings in Sunday's win over St. Louis. He struck out seven and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes rolled through three shutout innings without much of a threat from the Cardinals to begin the game. All three runs scored against him came during the fourth frame, including a two-run double by Harrison Bader. While he didn't record his 10th win of the year, Burnes has now gone 16 straight starts without a loss. He owns a 2.40 ERA with a 122:23 K:BB during that span. Burnes is projected to take the mound in Cleveland next weekend.
Aug 30 2021Burnes (9-4) allowed one earned run on four hits while striking out nine across six innings, earning the win over the Giants on Monday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes fired six shutout innings before allowing a leadoff double in the seventh inning. Brad Boxberger relieved him and the runner that Burnes was responsible for scored. This was his fourth quality start in his last five outings and he has not taken a loss since May 25. The 26-year-old has a 2.27 ERA and 0.94 WHIP in 139 innings this season and leads all of baseball with a 12.24 K/9 and 7.27 K/BB.
Aug 25 2021Burnes didn't factor into the decision Tuesday against the Reds after allowing four runs on seven hits and three walks across six innings, striking out five. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes has been excellent during most of the season and while he didn't have his best stuff in this one, it's worth noting this is just the second time he allows more than three earned runs since June 25, a span that covers 10 outings and 64.1 innings. The right-hander owns a 2.18 ERA, a 1.01 WHIP and a 52:11 K:BB through 45.1 innings since the All-Star break.
Aug 17 2021Burnes (8-4) allowed two hits and two walks while striking out three across six scoreless innings, earning the win over the Cardinals on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes carried a no-hitter through 5.1 innings before allowing back-to-back singles. He was able to strand the pair of runners for his third straight quality start. The 26-year-old has a 1.55 ERA in 58.1 innings over his last nine starts. He only had a season-low three punchouts Tuesday, which lowered his high K/9 rate to 12.4. His next start is scheduled for Sunday against the Nationals.
Aug 12 2021Burnes (7-4) earned the win over the Cubs on Wednesday, pitching eight scoreless innings during which he allowed four hits and no walks while striking out 15. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 2021 season has been a coming out campaign for Burnes, and his ascension to the ranks of MLB's elite starters hit its high point Wednesday when the right-hander notched a career-high 15 punchouts. Even more remarkably, Burnes at one point struck out 10 straight batters -- all on swinging strikes -- to tie a major-league record. Altogether, he induced a whopping 30 swings-and-misses, the second most of any pitcher in a single game this season. With the spectacular outing, Burnes now holds a 2.23 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 172:21 K:BB across 121 innings. He'll look to continue building his Cy Young case when he faces St. Louis on the road next week.
Aug 6 2021Burnes allowed one run on four hits and a walk with five strikeouts in seven innings, taking a no-decision versus San Francisco on Friday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander had a lackluster outing last Friday, but he bounced back in a big way versus the major-league-leading Giants. The only run on Burnes' line was a Brandon Belt solo home run in the sixth inning. Burnes has given up one run or fewer in six of his last seven starts, lowering his ERA to 2.39 with a 0.96 WHIP and 157:21 K:BB through 113 innings overall. He'll look to keep rolling next week versus the Cubs.
Jul 30 2021Burnes allowed five runs on nine hits and two walks with six strikeouts in four-plus innings Friday versus Atlanta. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander matched his season-high marks for hits and runs allowed in a start. Burnes was in trouble from the start as Atlanta hung four runs on him in the first inning before adding one more in the fifth. By then, Milwaukee had recovered to keep him out of the loss column. The 26-year-old's ERA rose to 2.46 with a 0.97 WHIP and 152:20 K:BB through 106 innings this year. He's pitched well enough to earn the benefit of the doubt that Friday was just a hiccup, but he lines up for a tough home matchup versus San Francisco during next weekend's series.
Jul 24 2021Burnes (6-4) allowed one earned run on four hits and two walks with six strikeouts through six innings in Saturday's 6-1 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was perfect his first time through the order in a dominant outing. While his six strikeouts may be just half of the clean dozen that he registered last time out against the Reds, Chicago was thoroughly perplexed by his nasty cutter. Burnes, who takes pride in his all-world ability to find the zone, won't be pleased about walking in a run in the fifth inning. However, the two free passes he issued Saturday are the most he's allowed in a game since June 25.
Jul 19 2021Burnes tossed 8.1 scoreless innings and picked up the win in Sunday's victory over the Reds. He allowed five hits and posted a 12:1 K:BB in the contest. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes started for the first time since tossing two innings in the All-Star Game, and he picked up right where he left off at the end of the first half, limiting the opposition to one earned run or fewer for the fourth straight start. Burnes has lowered his ERA from 2.62 to 2.16 since the beginning of that stretch, and with him punching out 12 batters Sunday, he is now tied for fifth in the league with 140 strikeouts.
Jul 7 2021Burnes (knee) allowed a run on six hits and struck out eight over 5.2 innings in a no-decision in Game 1 of Wednesday's doubleheader versus the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes left his last start with knee soreness, but it didn't seem to be a factor Wednesday. The right-hander left the contest in line for the win, but Josh Hader's first blown save of the season denied Burnes a decision. Through 87.2 innings, he's posted a 2.36 ERA, 0.91 WHIP and 128:15 K:BB. The 26-year-old's next start is expected to come after the All-Star break.
Jul 6 2021Burnes (knee) will start in Game 1 of Wednesday's doubleheader against the Mets, Anthony DiComo of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander came out of his last start Thursday with knee soreness, but he's good to go for his next turn through the rotation. Burnes and Jacob deGrom will be matched up in a showdown of All-Star pitchers in the seven-inning matinee.
Jul 2 2021Burnes received treatment on his sore knee Friday and the club currently anticipates he'll be able to make his next start, Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The club said Thursday that they were optimistic Burnes would be able to make his next start early next week and the training staff has yet to see anything with the right-hander that suggests that won't be the case. Burnes currently lines up to take the ball Wednesday against the Mets.
Jul 1 2021Burnes is dealing with soreness in his knee but is optimistic he will be able to take his next turn through the rotation, Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinelreports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes exited his start Thursday with a trainer, but he downplayed the injury after the contest. He has apparently been dealing with some soreness in his knee, which was aggravated when his cleat got stuck on the mound when delivering a pitch. Nevertheless, both Burnes and manager Craig Counsell seem to think he won't be forced to miss much time -- if any.
Jun 25 2021Burnes allowed one run on three hits and two walks while striking out seven in six innings in Friday's win over the Rockies. He didn't factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes began Friday's contest by tossing five scoreless innings, but he gave up three singles in the sixth inning and allowed a run to come across. The Brewers didn't get on the board until the bottom of the seventh inning, so the right-hander was forced to settle for his fourth no-decision in his last five starts. He had given up eight runs (seven earned) in 9.1 innings across his last two appearances, but he was able to bounce back Friday. Burnes tentatively lines up to make his next start at home against the Cubs on Wednesday.
Jun 18 2021Burnes allowed four runs on eight hits and two walks over 5.1 innings in Friday's loss to Colorado. He struck out six and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was another subpar outing for Burnes as he couldn't really find his groove Friday. He allowed three runs before being taken out of the contest for Brent Suter who would let an inherited runner reach home. Burnes has given up eight runs (seven earned) across 9.1 innings over his last two outings, raising his ERA to 2.62. The 26-year-old righty is lined up for a rematch at home with the Rockies next week.
Jun 12 2021Burnes allowed four runs (two earned) on eight hits and three walks with eight strikeouts across four innings versus Pittsburgh on Saturday. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Saturday was just the second time in 11 starts he's allowed three walks, and the eight hits also matched a season high. Burnes didn't help his own cause much -- Pittsburgh's first two runs came on his own throwing error. His ERA ticked up to 2.13 with a 0.84 WHIP and 102:10 K:BB across 63.1 innings this season. The right-hander lines up for a road start in Colorado in next weekend's series.
Jun 6 2021Burnes (3-4) allowed four hits over seven shutout innings Sunday, striking out 13 and earning a win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes has been dominant for most of the 2021 campaign so far but Friday's performance was his best of the season. He fanned a season-high 13 batters in what ended up being his longest outing to date. All four hits against him were singles and only one Diamondback reached scoring position. The 26-year-old lowered his season ERA to 1.97 alongside an outrageous 94:7 K:BB. Burnes is lined up for another great matchup next weekend at home against the Pirates.
May 31 2021Burnes didn't factor into the decision in Monday's 3-2 extra-inning win over the Tigers, allowing one run on six hits and two walks over six innings. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander exited after 93 pitches (61 strikes) in line for his third win of the year, but Trevor Richards promptly gave up the tying run in the top of the seventh as soon as he was out of the game. Burnes had to settle for his sixth quality start, and he'll carry a 2.24 ERA and eye-popping 81:7 K:BB through 52.1 innings into his next outing.
May 26 2021Burnes (2-4) took the loss Tuesday, allowing four runs on two hits and three walks over six innings as the Brewers fell 7-1 to the Padres. He struck out seven. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander uncharacteristically had some trouble finding the plate, tossing 58 of 95 pitches for strikes, but he still did an effective job limiting traffic on the basepaths. Unfortunately, the same can't be said for his catcher -- the Padres made life miserable for Omar Narvaez by going 6-for-6 on steal attempts during the game, allowing them to rack up offense despite only five hits and zero homers. It's only the second time all season Burnes has been tagged for more than two earned runs in a start, and he'll carry a 2.33 ERA, 0.65 WHIP and 74:5 K:BB through 46.1 innings into his next outing.
May 19 2021Burnes allowed two earned runs on two hits and a walk while striking out nine across six innings Wednesday against the Royals. He did not factor into the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes allowed his only two hits of the game in the second inning, one of which was a two-run home run by Michael Taylor. He was stellar otherwise, and has now struck out at least nine hitters in each of his seven starts this season. Despite maintaining a 1.79 ERA and 67:2 K:BB across 40.1 frames, Burnes has earned only two wins. He's projected to draw his next start Tuesday against San Diego.
May 13 2021Burnes (2-3) allowed one earned run on five hits and one walk while striking out nine, taking the loss to the Cardinals on Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes struck out 58 batters to start the season before issuing his first walk in the fifth inning to Tommy Edman, breaking Kenley Jansen's modern-day record for most strikeouts to start a season without allowing a walk. Unfortunately, Burnes was handed the loss after just one run allowed in five innings as the Brewers' offense once again failed to provide any run support. The 26-year-old has a 1.57 ERA in six starts and the Brewers have only managed to win two of them. He has the best K/9 amongst starters in baseball with 15.2.
May 12 2021Burnes, who will be activated from the COVID-19 injured list to start Thursday's game against the Cardinals, confirmed that he was shut down as a result of a positive test for the coronavirus, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes noted that he was unsure how he contracted the virus, but since he was asymptomatic throughout his quarantine period, he's optimistic he'll be able to pick up where he left off prior to landing on the COVID-19 injured list. Because he didn't exhibit symptoms of the virus, Burnes was cleared to work out and throw on his own while in quarantine. The Brewers could still look to limit his workload to some extent Thursday, but Burnes should be in line for a relatively normal start as he returns to action for the first time since April 26.
May 11 2021Burnes (COVID-19) will start Thursday's game against the Cardinals, manager Craig Counsell told MLB Network Radio on SiriusXM. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The righty last appeared April 26 in what was his worst start of the season to date, allowing four earned runs in five innings against the Marlins. Despite the rough outing, Burnes still boasts a 1.53 ERA and his high-strikeout, low-walk dominance place him right back in the top tier of MLB starters upon Thursday's return.
May 8 2021Burnes (undisclosed) will rejoin his teammates Monday and will throw a bullpen session that day with an eye towards being activated from the COVID-19 injured list later in the week, Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes dominant start to the season was interrupted by a trip to the injured list for unspecified reasons in late April. His exact return date remains unclear, but he should start sometime next week and will look to build on an incredible start which has seen him post a 1.53 ERA, 0.55 WHIP and 49:0 K:BB through five starts.
May 5 2021Burnes' return timeline will be unclear until the end of the week, Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The righty was placed on the COVID-19 list at the end of a dominant April in which he struck out 49 batters and walked zero. Burnes figures to return sooner rather than later, and manager Craig Counsell's update at the end of the week will likely hint at his return date.
May 1 2021Burnes (undisclosed) won't start Sunday's series finale against the Dodgers, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old landed on the injured list without an official designation Thursday, so it's believed his absence is related to the COVID-19 protocols. Burnes will need to clear all phases of said protocols before rejoining the team, and that won't be happening Sunday. It's unclear if the right-hander will be able to rejoin the rotation later in the week or if he'll face a longer absence. Alec Bettinger will make his major-league debut and start Sunday for Milwaukee.
Apr 29 2021Burnes was placed on the injured list for an unspecified reason Thursday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Since the Brewers didn't provide a reason for Burnes' placement on the injured list, the right-hander's absence is likely related to COVID-19 health and safety protocols, according to Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. If that's the case, Burnes will be able to return once he clears all phases of the protocol. Burnes had been scheduled to start Sunday's series finale against the Dodgers, but it's not clear whether he'll be cleared to return by then.
Apr 26 2021Burnes (2-2) allowed five runs (four earned) on eight hits over five innings Monday, striking out nine and taking the loss against Miami. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes looked like his usual self for the first three innings, striking out five batters while allowing just one hit. He coughed up a run on a Corey Dickerson double in the fourth before falling apart in the sixth. The 6-foot-3 righty allowed five straight hits to open the inning before he was removed. On the bright side, he improved his perfect K:BB to an unbelievable 49:0 through 29.1 frames. Burnes will put his 1.53 ERA on the line at home against the Dodgers on Saturday.
Apr 20 2021Burnes (2-1) pitched six scoreless innings on six hits while striking out 10, earning the win over the Padres on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burns made history Tuesday, becoming the first starter to record 36 strikeouts without allowing a walk to start a season, per Elias Sports Bureau. There isn't anyone hotter than Burnes right now. In four starts, the 26-year-old has a stellar 0.37 ERA with 40 strikeouts and zero walks allowed in 24.1 innings. His average velocity is 97.3 mph, up from 96.0 mph in 2020. Although he handled the Padres with ease Tuesday, it was the most hits he's given up in a start. Burnes' only earned run this season came on a solo shot from Byron Buxton in the second game of the year.
Apr 14 2021Burnes (1-1) tossed six scoreless innings in Wednesday's win over the Cubs. He gave up two hits while fanning 10. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes allowed a double in the second inning and a single in the third, but he settled down afterwards and retired 10 batters in a row before exiting the contest. The 10 punchouts also represented a season-high mark for the 26-year-old, and he has looked dominant through his first three starts posting a 0.49 ERA and a 30:0 K:BB through 18.1 innings in 2021.
Apr 8 2021Burnes threw six shutout innings, allowing only one hit while striking out nine in Thursday's loss to the Cardinals. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Another one-hit performance for Burnes, yet the Brewers' offense couldn't provide enough run support for him to earn the win. After allowing a leadoff triple to Tommy Edman in the first inning, the 26-year-old retired 17 of 18 batters. Burnes has an astonishing 0.74 ERA and 20 strikeouts in 12.1 innings to start the season. He will get a crack at the Cubs' lineup in his next start.
Apr 3 2021Burnes (0-1) gave up one run while striking out 11 across 6.1 innings Saturday against the Twins. He was tagged with the loss. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes might have started the season with a loss, but he delivered a stellar effort on the mound with 11 strikeouts and only giving up a run through a Byron Buxton homer in the top of the seventh inning. The 11 strikeouts are tied for his second-best career mark. His next start is scheduled for April 8 on the road against the Cardinals.
Mar 24 2021Burnes gave up two earned runs over 4.2 innings in Tuesday's spring game against the Dodgers. He allowed three hits and posted a 6:2 K:BB in the outing. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was tagged for his first two runs of the spring when Justin Turner homered in the first inning of Tuesday's contest, but he settled down after that and wound up with more punchouts than innings pitched for the fourth time in four appearances this spring. Burnes appears set to back up his breakout 2020 campaign, posting a 1.59 ERA, 0.79 WHIP and 17:4 K:BB in 11.1 innings over four Cactus League starts.
Mar 6 2021Burnes tossed two scoreless innings and posted a 5:1 K:BB in Friday's exhibition game against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes has punched out seven batters over three total innings this spring, and he hasn't even used his full arsenal yet, as per Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel he has not yet thrown a slider -- his second-most effective pitch in 2020. Burnes was one of the best pitchers in the league last sesaon, posting a 2.11 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 13.3 K/9 over 59.2 innings, and it's looking like he is ready to build upon that this year.
Oct 5 2020Brewers general manager David Stearns said Monday that Burnes won't require offseason surgery and is expected to make a full recovery from his left oblique strain with rest and rehab, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Burnes' oblique strain was significant enough to sideline him for the team's three-game National League Wild Card series with the Dodgers last week, the 25-year-old apparently isn't dealing with any significant structural damage to his core-muscle area. His activity may remain limited for the next couple of weeks while he looks to move past the issue, but Burnes should otherwise be in store for a normal offseason. Burnes should head into 2021 as a likely top-100 selection in fantasy drafts after dazzling during the abbreviated 2020 campaign with a 2.11 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 88 strikeouts while allowing only two home runs in 59.2 innings.
Sep 25 2020Burnes was placed on the 10-day injured list Friday with a left oblique strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old exited Thursday's start during the fourth inning with lower back discomfort, but further evaluation showed it to be an oblique issue. Thursday's outing was already Burnes' final start of the regular season, but the injury removes him from consideration to pitch during the Wild Card round next week should Milwaukee qualify. According to Will Sammon of The Athletic, manager Craig Counsell said the severity of the injury will likely sideline the right-hander through the second round of the playoffs, if the Brewers are even still playing. Burnes finishes a breakout 2020 campaign with a 2.11 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 88:24 K:BB over 59.2 innings.
Sep 24 2020Burnes exited Thursday's start against the Cardinals with lower back discomfort, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes initially talked his way into staying in the game after an initial visit from trainers, but was ultimately removed with two outs in the fourth. Initial reports indicated the right-hander was displaying discomfort with his pitching hand, but it now appears that his back was the issue. According to Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, manager Craig Counsell said the club would have a better idea of Burnes's status Friday. Should the Brewers qualify for the postseason, they will certainly hope Burnes can pitch one of their games in the Wild Card round.
Sep 19 2020Burnes (4-0) allowed four hits and no walks while striking out nine across six innings to earn the win Saturday against Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes racked up 20 swinging strikes on 100 total pitches, and he's now fanned nine or more batters in four of his last five starts. He held the Royals' bats completely in check as all four of the hits he surrendered were base knocks. Burnes has been on a tear to close the season, as he's now allowed one earned run across his last 29.2 frames while racking up a 47:6 K:BB. He's currently in line to take his final turn through the rotation Thursday at St. Louis.
Sep 14 2020Burnes allowed one run on five hits and three walks over 4.2 innings in the loss to St. Louis during Game 2 of Monday's doubleheader. He struck out 10 and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes wasn't very efficient, needing 101 pitches to get through just 4.2 innings, but he still managed double-digit punchouts for the third time in his last four outings. He was removed before allowing a run but was charged with one after Alex Claudio let an inherited runner score. The 25-year-old owns a stellar 74:22 K:BB and 1.98 ERA across 50 innings this season. Burnes will look to keep rolling against the Royals at home Saturday.
Sep 9 2020Burnes (3-0) earned the win Wednesday against the Tigers after recording 11 strikeouts and giving up one hit and zero walks over seven scoreless innings. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 25-year-old allowed a one-out triple to Willi Castro during the fifth inning, but he stranded him at third base and that would be the only baserunner he'd surrender all afternoon. Burnes has a 1.99 ERA, 0.90 WHIP and 64:19 K:BB through 45.1 innings and will have a matchup with the Cardinals early next week.
Sep 5 2020Burnes (2-0) was charged with one unearned run on three hits over six innings in a win over Cleveland on Friday. He struck out seven and issued two walks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After working mostly in a piggyback role early on, Burnes has shined since stepping into the starting rotation. He's been especially good over his last two starts, giving up six hits and zero earned runs while posting a 17:3 K:BB over 12 innings. The 25-year-old right-hander is throwing heat and the cutter has helped him neutralize lefty hitters. With that, Burnes seems to be blossoming into a legitimate frontline starter and will look to keep it going next weekend at home against the Cubs.
Aug 28 2020Burnes (1-0) pitched six scoreless innings, allowing just three hits and a walk while striking out 10 in Friday's 9-1 win over the Pirates. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes was excellent in just about all facets of his outing Friday, as the three hits he allowed were all singles. None of his four baserunners got past first base. The 10 strikeouts were also his best mark in seven appearances this year. Burnes now has a 2.78 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 46 strikeouts across 32.1 innings this season. The 25-year-old right lines up to face Cleveland next Friday.
Aug 23 2020Burnes allowed three runs on five hits and two walks across 5.1 innings in Sunday's 5-4 loss to the Pirates. He struck out seven and did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Pirates jumped on Burnes with a double and run-scoring single in the first and added another run an inning later. He did not allow a run in the next three frames, but was replaced by Freddy Peralta with one out and a runner on third in the sixth. Burnes was charged with his third run of the day when Peralta allowed a run-scoring single to Bryan Reynolds. The right-hander has struck out 12 while allowing four runs in 10.1 innings pitched in his two starts since returning to the rotation on Aug. 18. Burnes will carry a 3.42 ERA into his next start, which is scheduled to come as a rematch with Pittsburgh on Friday.
Aug 18 2020Burnes pitched five innings against Minnesota on Tuesday, allowing one run on two hits and three walks while striking out five. He did not factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes started for the first time since July 25 and was mostly effective in the outing, limiting a potent Minnesota offense to one run and five baserunners in five innings. He did struggle some with his control, allowing three walks and throwing only 49 of 83 pitches for strikes. If Burnes get another turn in the rotation, it is expected to come on the road against Pittsburgh on Sunday.
Aug 15 2020Burnes will return to the rotation to start Tuesday against the Twins, Dennis Lin of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Three of Burnes' four appearances this season have come out of the bullpen, though he's gotten at least 10 outs in all four of his outings. The young righty is putting his 2019 struggles firmly in the rearview mirror, posting a 3.38 ERA through his first 16 innings while striking out an impressive 36.4 percent of opposing batters, though his 16.7 percent walk rate is worryingly high.
Aug 8 2020Burnes allowed one run on one hit and three walks while striking out eight over 5.1 innings out of the bullpen against the Reds on Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander was excellent in relief of Brett Anderson, inducing 14 swinging strikes on 77 pitches. It marked his second straight appearance working in tandem with Anderson, who has been limited so far as he works his way back from a finger injury. Burnes may have done enough here to earn a starting assignment next week, though he's showing enough of a strikeout punch to warrant an active spot in many leagues regardless of role.
Aug 4 2020Burnes didn't factor into the decision while working 3.2 innings out of the bullpen Monday in the Brewers' 6-4 loss to the White Sox. He struck out five and gave up two runs on three hits and two walks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After starting in his first appearance back on July 25, Burnes was deployed as a "piggyback" pitcher behind Brett Anderson (finger), whose arm wasn't conditioned to handle a normal starter's workload in his season debut. Since Burnes threw 64 pitches in the relief outing, he'll likely be down for the remaining three games of the series before potentially returning to action in a starting role over the weekend during the Brewers' three-game set with Cincinnati. Burnes' relief appearance could pave the way for one of Freddy Peralta or Eric Lauer to make a spot start Thursday or Friday.
Jul 25 2020Burnes allowed one run on two hits and three walks over 3.1 innings in Saturday's 8-3 win over the Cubs. He had six strikeouts and didn't factor in the decision. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The young right-hander pitched fairly well Saturday, but he struggled a bit with his control as he needed 75 pitches to record 10 outs. Burnes figures to receive a longer leash as he continues to get stretched, but he'll need to bring down the walk total to have a real chance of pitching later into games. The 25-year-old is next scheduled to take the mound Friday versus the Cardinals.
Jul 21 2020Burnes will start Saturday against the Cubs, Sophia Minnaert of Fox Sports Wisconsin reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Brett Anderson (blister) will open the year on the injured list, so Burnes takes his spot in the rotation -- he may have made the rotation regardless, but this expedited that announcement. Burnes had electric stuff last year but really struggled with his command and confidence, eventually seeing a sports psychologist in the offseason. Since reporting to camp in February, his stuff has been perhaps even better, touching the high-90s with his fastball while also showing off a devastating low-90s cutter/slider. He will face Yu Darvish in Chicago on Saturday and will then start at home against St. Louis the following weekend.
Jul 6 2020Burnes is one of three options to win the Brewers' fifth starter job, Will Sammon of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Per Sammon, Burnes will be competing with Eric Lauer and Freddy Peralta during summer camp. Burnes threw a live batting practice session Monday and said there has not been much dialogue about specific roles other than that he will continue to be stretched out. The Brewers could conceivably go with a six-man rotation where it's a tandem start on the sixth day, or they could just be very conservative with how deep they let the non Brandon Woodruff starters go. Burnes was one of 10 Brewers to spend a portion of the shutdown period working out and throwing in Phoenix.
Mar 10 2020Burnes allowed one earned run over four innings in Monday's spring game against the Mariners. He gave up one hit and posted a 6:1 K:BB in the outing. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes gave up his first run of the spring Monday, but was otherwise dominant like he has been each time out thus far. Over 10 frames this spring he owns a 0.90 ERA, 0.90 WHIP and a 13:3 K:BB. He is still presumably the seventh option on the starting pitcher depth chart for the Brewers, but there is no doubt he is making a push to climb into the No. 5 spot by Opening Day.
Mar 5 2020Burnes tossed three scoreless innings in Wednesday's spring game against the White Sox. He gave up three hits, hit a batter, and posted a 4:1 K:BB in the contest. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes has taken the mound three times this spring and has shut down opposing hitters, allowing just the three hits and posting a 7:2 K:BB over six frames. He hasn't forced his way into a rotation spot just yet, but he is at least in the conversation. The Brewers are planning to use him as a starter this year, so if he does not earn a spot in the big-league rotation he will head to Triple-A San Antonio. In that scenario, he would be among the top options should the Brewers need to bring up a starter, and perhaps the most preferred one.
Feb 28 2020Burnes tossed two perfect innings and struck out two batters in Friday's spring game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes is off to a strong start this spring, allowing just one runner to reach base over three innings and punching out three batters. His stellar stuff plays up when he throws in small doses, making him a potentially elite relief option -- see his 2018 numbers -- but the Brewers still view him as a starter and are stretching him out this spring. He's currently on the outside looking in at a spot in the rotation, but he's certainly not out of the mix by any means if he keeps finding success as he goes deeper into games over the coming weeks.
Feb 24 2020Burnes is being stretched out as a starter this spring, according to Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes had a disastrous 2019 campaign and spent most of the season either in the bullpen or in the minors, but it was not long ago he was the Brewers' top pitching prospect and the team wants to give him another shot to work in that role. If Burnes starts all spring, chances are he will open the season in the minors, as six players are currently ahead of him in the running for rotation spots. Given his skills, though, a strong spring will at least give him a chance to break camp starting for the big club.
Sep 3 2019Burnes was recalled from Triple-A San Antonio on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Burnes will get another shot in the majors despite accruing a 9.00 ERA and 1.87 WHIP with a 67:20 K:BB over 46 innings this year with Milwaukee. His last big-league outing dates back to July 14 against the Giants, when he got rocked for four runs without recording a single out.
Aug 13 2019Burnes was transferred from Triple-A San Antonio to Double-A Biloxi on Tuesday.
Aug 1 2019Burnes (shoulder) was activated from the injured list Wednesday and optioned to Triple-A San Antonio, Adam McCalvy of MLB.com reports.
Jul 28 2019Burnes (shoulder) fired a scoreless inning during his first rehab appearance Saturday with Triple-A San Antonio, Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.
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Jul 23 2018Brewers manager Craig Counsell said Sunday that there's a "100 percent" chance that Burnes will return to a full-time starting role in 2019, Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.Though he predictably endured some hiccups while pitching at altitude at Triple-A Colorado Springs this season, Burnes, who posted a 5.15 ERA and 1.46 WHIP over 78.2 innings with the affiliate, remains one of the top prospects in Milwaukee's system. As such, the Brewers are confident the 23-year-old will seize a starting role with the big club at some point in 2019, but for now, Burnes will get familiarized with major-league hitters while serving as a multi-inning bullpen arm. He only has three appearances under his belt thus far, but Burnes has impressed each time out, collecting a win and a save and surrendering no runs over six innings while striking out eight.
Jul 10 2018Burnes pitched two perfect innings while striking out one Tuesday in Miami, picking up the first save of his MLB career.He came on in the eighth inning to make his big-league debut with the Brewers leading 6-4, and the starting pitching prospect had no trouble going two frames while the Brewers tacked on a couple more runs in the ninth to give him even more breathing room. Getting a save won't be a regular thing for Burnes, but capably logging multiple innings seems to be the role the Brewers have in mind for one of their top pitching prospects, at least in the short term. Burnes' name has also come up in trade talks, and if he switched teams, he would likely return to a starting role.
Jul 8 2018Burnes was recalled from Triple-A Colorado Springs prior to Sunday's game against the Braves.Burnes shifted to a bullpen role with the Sky Sox in mid-June, and it didn't take long for the Brewers to bring him to the majors. The 23-year-old has a 5.15 ERA and 1.45 WHIP over 78.2 innings at hitter-friendly Colorado Springs, but features a respectable 3.69 ERA and 1.19 WHIP on the road this season.
Jun 19 2018Burnes pitched in relief Monday for Triple-A Colorado Springs in preparation for possibly joining the Brewers' bullpen, Tom Haudricourt of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.The Brewers still see Burnes as a starter long-term, but the team is competing for a playoff spot this season so any strong arm in the upper minors could be considered for a bullpen role. Burnes has a 4.82 ERA in 71 innings a very hitter-friendly environment at Colorado Springs this season.
May 7 2018Burnes allowed one run on four hits over seven innings and had a season-high 13 strikeouts in Sunday's start against Triple-A Oklahoma City.In addition to the high strikeout total, Burnes completed seven innings for the first time this season. Although his ratios are somewhat inflated through six starts (4.55 ERA, 1.33 WHIP), Burnes' overall body of work includes a 34:10 K:BB and just three homers allowed in 31.2 innings in the Pacific Coast League in 2018. He's on the short list of options for the Brewers' rotation if an injury befalls one of the team's current starters for a prolonged stretch.
Jan 19 2018The Brewers extended an invitation to Burnes for spring training.Burnes was the named the Brewers Minor League Pitcher of the Year in 2017, posting a 1.67 ERA in 26 starts between Double-A Biloxi and High-A Carolina. The 23-year-old earned the promotion to Biloxi in June and proceeded to excel at the higher level, compiling a 1.01 WHIP and a 84:20 K:BB in 85.2 innings. Although the strikeout numbers aren't spectacular, he only gave up three home runs all year, and could be in line to start the 2018 campaign with Triple-A Colorado Springs.
Aug 22 2017Burnes tossed eight scoreless innings for Double-A Biloxi on Monday, giving up two hits and no walks while striking out eight.No pitcher in the Brewers' farm system has improved their long-term outlook more since the beginning of the season than Burnes, who dominated in the Carolina League and hasn't slowed down since moving up to the Double-A ranks. The stellar outing Monday dropped his ERA to 1.97 over 77.2 innings with Biloxi, during which the right-hander has compiled a stellar 80:12 K:BB mark. If Burnes is able to maintain his current form over his final few starts of the campaign, he could receive an opportunity to audition for a starting gig with the big club next spring.
Aug 4 2017Burnes (knee) threw five scoreless innings in a start with Double-A Biloxi on Thursday.Burnes suffered a minor knee injury in his previous outing and was pushed back a couple days as a result, but he showed no signs of the setback in Thursday's contest and got back on track after giving up four earned runs in each of his prior two games. Burnes should be good to go moving forward, and he will look to continue the success that has led to him posting a 2.12 ERA, 0.88 WHIP, and 61:9 K:BB in 11 starts with Biloxi.
Jul 28 2017Burnes is day-to-day after injuring his knee during his start with Double-A Biloxi on Thursday night, Todd Rosiak of the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel reports.The right-hander was fielding a groundball when he slipped on the wet grass. It doesn't sound like anything too serious, but more information on his status moving forward should come forth soon enough.
Jul 26 2017Burnes, 22, has a 1.72 ERA and 53:8 K:BB in 52.1 innings since being promoted to Double-A.2017 has been something of a coming out party for the 6-foot-3 righty, who has shown superb control along with the ability to miss bats. He also keeps the ball down, having surrendered just two home runs in 112.1 combined innings this season. Though he may not be able to keep up his stellar K:BB, Burnes has clearly vaulted up the prospect rankings.
May 22 2017Burnes tossed seven scoreless innings and struck out a career-high 10 batters in his start for High-A Carolina on Sunday. He gave up three hits and one walk during the outing.Burnes never allowed more than one baserunner in any of his seven innings and painted the zone beautifully, as he reached three-ball counts on only three occasions. The right-hander was regarded as an advanced college arm when the Brewers drafted him out of St. Mary's last summer, and he's certainly justified that assessment in his first full season of professional ball. Over nine starts with Carolina, he's compiled a 1.00 ERA and 50:15 K:BB in 54 innings.