Fri Apr 25 04:20:00 UTC 2025: ## Diamondbacks’ Ginkel Struggles in Rehab Debut; Upcoming Series Against Rays and Braves

**Phoenix, AZ** – Diamondbacks reliever Kevin Ginkel’s minor league rehab assignment got off to a rocky start on Thursday. In his first appearance since March 20th, pitching for Reno against Albuquerque, Ginkel surrendered two runs on two hits and two walks in just two-thirds of an inning. While his fastball velocity remained consistent (averaging 95.3 mph), his command was clearly lacking. It remains uncertain whether he’ll make another appearance for Reno before returning to the major league roster.

Meanwhile, the Diamondbacks’ major league team prepares for a crucial series against the Tampa Bay Rays, starting Friday. Right-hander Corbin Burnes (0-1, 4.64 ERA) will take the mound for Arizona, looking for his first win with the club. He’ll face off against Rays pitcher Drew Rasmussen (1-1, 0.87 ERA), a former teammate in Milwaukee. The two share a history, with Rasmussen crediting Burnes for guidance and support, including a referral to a sports psychologist. Rasmussen, who boasts the longest active streak in the majors without allowing a home run (62 innings), will make his second career appearance against the Diamondbacks.

The weekend will see a four-game series against the Atlanta Braves at Chase Field. The pitching matchups are: Friday: Zac Gallen (1-3, 5.60 ERA) vs. Chris Sale (0-2, 6.17 ERA); Saturday: Merrill Kelly (3-1, 4.73 ERA) vs. Grant Holmes (2-1, 3.22 ERA); and Sunday: Brandon Pfaadt (4-1, 2.73 ERA) vs. Spencer Schwellenbach (1-1, 2.56 ERA).

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