NEW DELHI: The
Baltimore Orioles
have acquired All-Star right-hander
Corbin Burnes
from the
Milwaukee Brewers
. This blockbuster deal saw Baltimore send left-hander DL Hall, infield prospect
Joey Ortiz
, and a competitive balance draft pick to Milwaukee in exchange for the 2021 National League Cy Young Award winner.
The acquisition of Corbin Burnes marks a notable shift for the Orioles, who had been relatively quiet during the offseason despite their AL East championship in the previous season.
Burnes, a proven frontline pitcher, adds a crucial element to Baltimore's roster and strengthens their bid to remain competitive in the American League.
Corbin Burnes, 29, boasts an impressive track record, going 10-8 with a 3.39 ERA last season. Over the past three seasons, he consistently maintained an ERA under 3.00, with standout performances that included an 11-5 record and a 2.43 ERA in 2021. However, Burnes is set to become a free agent at the conclusion of the upcoming season, influencing the Brewers' decision to make this trade.
Baltimore's pitching rotation, which played a pivotal role in securing the division title last season, receives a significant boost with the addition of Burnes. He joins the likes of
Kyle Bradish
and rookie
Grayson Rodriguez
, forming a formidable starting rotation for the Orioles.
In return for Burnes, the Brewers acquire left-hander DL Hall, a 25-year-old first-round pick in 2017, who posted a 3-0 record with a 3.26 ERA last season. Infield prospect Joey Ortiz, ranked as
baseball
's No. 63 prospect by MLB Pipeline, adds depth to Milwaukee's talent pool. The competitive balance draft pick included in the deal is currently 34th overall.
Brewers General Manager
Matt Arnold
expressed excitement about the players acquired in the trade, emphasizing that it contributes to both the present and future success of the team. While the departure of Burnes and the decision to non-tender Brandon Woodruff mark changes for the Brewers, they remain optimistic about their pitching staff, with Freddy Peralta leading the rotation.
The Orioles, under new controlling owner David Rubenstein, seem poised to make strategic moves to enhance their competitiveness. The acquisition of Corbin Burnes signals their commitment to building a well-rounded team that can contend in the challenging American League. The baseball world eagerly anticipates how these roster changes will shape the Orioles' journey in the upcoming season.
(Inputs from agencies)
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