The Cincinnati Reds have placed rookie right-hander Chase Burns on the 15-day injured list due to an elbow issue. This decision, effective retroactively from June 25, 2024, follows a diagnosis of a Grade 1 right flexor strain, which has raised concerns about Burns’ immediate future on the field.
Burns, 22, has had a challenging start to his major league career, recording an 0-3 win-loss record with a 5.24 earned run average (ERA) across eight starts since his debut on June 24, 2024. Despite these statistics, he has demonstrated potential by striking out 10 batters in four of his last five appearances, bringing his season total to 57 strikeouts in 34 and one-third innings pitched.
As part of a corresponding move, the Reds have recalled left-handed reliever Joe La Sorsa from Triple-A Louisville. La Sorsa, 27, brings experience to the bullpen as the team seeks to maintain its competitive edge during Burns’ recovery period.
The Reds selected Burns with the second overall pick in the 2024 MLB Draft from Wake Forest University, signaling high expectations for the young pitcher. His injury adds a layer of complexity to the Reds’ pitching strategy as they navigate the season ahead.
While the team works to address the immediate impact of Burns’ absence, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how the rookie’s recovery progresses and what it means for the Reds’ pitching rotation in the coming weeks.
