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Joe Kelly, a 37-year-old pitcher with a history of injuries and previous stints with the Dodgers, is planning to throw for the team soon to explore a potential return, likely on a low-cost deal, as the Dodgers seek bullpen reinforcements due to multiple injuries in their bullpen.
Yankees GM Brian Cashman defended manager Aaron Boone and the team's performance after their World Series loss to the Dodgers, despite criticism from Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly. Cashman praised Boone's management and suggested he would return for an eighth season, while acknowledging the team's disappointing defensive errors during the series. Kelly criticized the Yankees' play as sloppy, but Cashman dismissed it as potentially personal and defended the team's roster composition.
Yankees GM Brian Cashman defended his team against criticism following their World Series loss, acknowledging their poor performance but emphasizing their achievements, including winning the AL pennant. Cashman dismissed Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly's harsh comments as personal and expressed confidence in manager Aaron Boone. Looking ahead, the Yankees are prioritizing retaining outfielder Juan Soto, despite the high cost and competition from other teams. Cashman remains proud of the team's efforts and has no regrets about their aggressive moves to reach the World Series.
Dodgers reliever Joe Kelly criticized the Yankees, calling them 'lazy' and suggesting they were one of the weakest teams in the postseason after the Dodgers' World Series victory. On his podcast, Kelly claimed the Yankees' poor fundamentals and defensive errors made the series a mismatch. He highlighted specific mistakes by Yankees players and noted the Dodgers' confidence in their strategy. Kelly's comments echoed a report that the Dodgers exploited the Yankees' weaknesses, leading to their five-game triumph.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have reportedly asked veteran reliever Joe Kelly to surrender his uniform number, indicating that they may be the favorites to sign Shohei Ohtani. Ohtani has worn No. 17 since signing with the Los Angeles Angels in 2017. While the Dodgers and Ohtani's representatives declined to comment, one GM believes that the request suggests the Dodgers truly believe Ohtani will sign with them. Ohtani has also visited the San Francisco Giants and Toronto Blue Jays, with a decision expected within the week.
Hard-throwing reliever Joe Kelly is close to finalizing a one-year deal to return to the Los Angeles Dodgers, pending a physical examination. This would mark Kelly's third stint with the team, having previously played a key role in their 2020 championship season. Known for his high velocity and strikeouts, Kelly can also be erratic. Despite recent struggles, he has become a beloved figure in Los Angeles. Kelly will join a strong bullpen mix that includes Evan Phillips, Brusdar Graterol, and Caleb Ferguson, with the Dodgers also optimistic about Blake Treinen's recovery from shoulder surgery.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are close to finalizing a deal to bring back reliever Joe Kelly for a third time, according to a league source. Kelly, a fan favorite, previously signed with the Dodgers in 2018 and was traded for again in 2023. Despite missing time due to injury, Kelly has maintained his pitching arsenal and has a 3.42 ERA in 126 appearances with the team. The Dodgers' bullpen is already strong, but adding Kelly would provide another high-ceiling arm to their roster.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have placed right-handed reliever Joe Kelly on the 15-day injured list due to right forearm inflammation. Kelly had not allowed a run in four appearances since being traded to the Dodgers and has a combined 2-5 record with a 4.41 ERA this season. The team did not announce a corresponding move, leaving them a man down in the bullpen for their recent win against the Colorado Rockies.
The Chicago White Sox have placed reliever Joe Kelly on the 15-day injured list due to inflammation in his right elbow. This comes as the team is increasingly looking like sellers ahead of the trade deadline. Kelly's performance this season has been mixed, with a high ERA but strong underlying metrics. His injury complicates any potential trade efforts, and if he's not back by August 1, he may not be on the market at all. In the meantime, the White Sox will rely on other relievers in late-inning situations.
The Chicago White Sox lost 5-1 to the Miami Marlins after their bullpen broke in the ninth inning. Joe Kelly, who was pitching in place of Liam Hendriks and Kendall Graveman, allowed five runs, including two walks and a chopper that Tim Anderson took to third base instead of attempting an off-balance throw home. Anderson also committed an error that led to the tying run scoring in the ninth inning. The Sox offense only produced one run on a solo home run by Andrew Vaughn. The loss puts the Sox at 29-37 for the season.
The Detroit Tigers rallied to beat the Chicago White Sox 5-3 on Saturday, with Zach McKinstry hitting a three-run homer in the seventh inning to tie the game and spark the comeback. Michael Lorenzen retired the first 17 batters for the Tigers before giving up three runs in the seventh, but the offense responded with two runs in the bottom of the inning and another in the eighth to secure the win. The two teams will finish their four-game series on Sunday.