Burres spent spring training 2009 with Toronto, and was assigned to Triple-A Las Vegas 51s. With Toronto dealing with early-season injuries to several pitchers, Burres was recalled to the majors by the Jays on April 24, 2009, and made his first appearance for Toronto the next day, starting on the road against the Chicago White Sox.
In spring training 2009, Burres played for the Toronto Blue Jays' minor league affiliate in Las Vegas.  Due to injuries to several pitchers on the major league team, Burres was called up to the majors and made his debut with Toronto the next day against the Chicago White Sox.