Eno and DVR discuss the confirmation that Corbin Burnes needs Tommy John surgery, the impact his absence will have on the D-backs' rotation, the best pitchers in the minors yet to make their MLB debuts, how they approach weekly spending in FAAB leagues, and where the money went over the weekend -- including pickups of Bryce Elder and Michael McGreevy as teams continue to search for viable pitching help.

Rundown

1:49 Corbin Burnes Needs Tommy John Surgery

9:03 What's Next for the Diamondbacks?

15:26 Brandon Pfaadt's Low Strikeout Rate & Overall Struggles

21:39 Who Is The Best Pitcher Yet to Debut?

32:33 Other News & Notes: Julio Rodríguez, Kyle Teel, Justin Verlander and LaMonte Wade Jr.

45:19 Managing Budgets Over the Entire Season

54:44 Where the Money Went: Jac, CES, Jo Adell, Bryce Elder & Michael McGreevy

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