Former Brewers ace Corbin Burnes just threw a September wrench in NL Wild Card race

Corbin Burnes is returning to action for the Arizona Diamondbacks after missing most of the 2025 season due to Tommy John surgery and a subsequent shoulder strain. The former Brewers ace signed a six-year, $210 million deal with Arizona in December 2024 but suffered a torn UCL in early June, requiring surgery that sidelined him until now. Burnes will pitch tonight against Kansas City with a limited pitch count as the Diamondbacks push for a playoff spot, currently holding the final Wild Card position in the National League. His return could significantly impact Arizona's postseason chances and potentially set up a matchup against his former team, the Brewers, if both teams advance.

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