Just a couple of days after Christmas last year, the Arizona Diamondbacks made a big free agency splash by signing right-handed pitcher Corbin Burnes to a six-year, $210 million contract on Dec.

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

Diamondbacks owner Ken Kendrick says Arizona has the "potential to be a championship team" thanks in part to the addition of ace right-hander Corbin Burnes, who the team signed to a six-year, $210 million deal in December.

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

Corbin Burnes left bigger offers on the table to play for the Diamondbacks and stay close to his wife and three children.

The Arizona Diamondbacks missed the postseason in 2024 after appearing in the World Series in 2023. After finishing with a record of 89-73, the

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