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Merrill Kelly’s back discomfort has him unlikely to be ready for Opening Day, with tests ruling out a major issue but ongoing evaluation and pain during throwing. An IL stint is possible; if he misses time, Arizona would start with a rotation of Gallen, Nelson, Rodríguez, Pfaadt and Soroka. Kelly indicated openness to returning to Arizona long-term, but the immediate outlook remains uncertain.
Merrill Kelly is finalizing a two-year, $40 million contract to return to the Arizona Diamondbacks, where he established himself as a reliable starter despite a non-traditional path to MLB, including time in Korea and overcoming early career struggles to become a dependable pitcher.
The Texas Rangers acquired pitcher Merrill Kelly from the Arizona Diamondbacks to strengthen their rotation, adding to their recent successful run and playoff contention, while also trading for Danny Coulombe from the Twins.
The Arizona Diamondbacks traded veteran pitcher Merrill Kelly to the Texas Rangers for three pitching prospects, as part of their ongoing sell-off ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Kelly, a key starter with a 3.22 ERA in 2023, is set to become a free agent next year and expressed a desire to finish his career with Arizona. The trade strengthens the Rangers' rotation, which already includes Jacob deGrom, Nathan Eovaldi, and Patrick Corbin.
The Arizona Diamondbacks bounced back from their Game 1 loss to the Texas Rangers with a dominant 9-1 victory in Game 2 of the World Series. Merrill Kelly pitched seven strong innings, allowing only one run and striking out nine batters. Tommy Pham led the offense with four hits, while Ketel Marte extended his postseason hitting streak to a record 18 games. The Diamondbacks' win evens the series at 1-1, with the next three games to be played at Chase Field.
Merrill Kelly delivers a dominant performance, pitching seven innings of one-run baseball to help the Arizona Diamondbacks defeat the Texas Rangers 9-1 in Game 2 of the World Series, evening the series at 1-1. Kelly, who took a circuitous route to the major leagues, struck out nine batters and walked none. His teammates provided ample run support, with Gabriel Moreno hitting his fourth postseason home run and Ketel Marte extending his postseason hitting streak to 18 games. The game was a stark contrast to the dramatic ending of Game 1, which saw the Rangers come from behind to win.
Merrill Kelly delivered a dominant performance for the Diamondbacks in Game 2 of the World Series against the Rangers, striking out nine batters and allowing only three hits in seven innings. His excellent command and variety of pitches kept the Rangers guessing, and he became the first pitcher in the 2020s to throw seven innings in a World Series game. The Diamondbacks won the game 9-1, evening the series at one game apiece.
The Arizona Diamondbacks have announced that Merrill Kelly will start Game 2 of the World Series, while rookie Brandon Pfaadt will start Game 3. Kelly has been impressive in the postseason, with a 2-1 record and a 2.65 ERA in three starts. Pfaadt, on the other hand, has a 2.70 ERA in four postseason starts.
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly made comments about the crowd noise in Philadelphia, comparing it to his experiences in the Korean Series and World Baseball Classic. Turner responded by acknowledging the loudness of both environments but emphasizing the hostility and engagement of Phillies fans. While Kelly's comments were not offensive, they may serve as motivation for the Phillies and their fans. The article highlights the intense atmosphere at Citizens Bank Park during the postseason and the potential impact it could have on the game.
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly has challenged fans of the Philadelphia Phillies, stating that he believes he has heard louder crowds. Kelly referenced a thrilling Venezuela game at the World Baseball Classic as an example. This is not the first time Kelly has addressed the fans in Philadelphia, as he previously spoke about the intimidating atmosphere at Citizens Bank Park. Despite the challenge, Kelly acknowledges that the fans are the reason why they play and is excited to take the mound in Game 2.
The Arizona Diamondbacks have announced that Zac Gallen will start Game 1 and Merrill Kelly will start Game 2 of the National League Championship Series against the Philadelphia Phillies. Lovullo, the Diamondbacks' manager, also mentioned that they are considering carrying 13 pitchers on their NLCS roster. The Phillies, on the other hand, will have Zack Wheeler, Aaron Nola, and Ranger Suarez as their starting pitchers for Games 1, 2, and 3, respectively. Additionally, there is a possibility that Tommy Henry, a D-backs southpaw, may be included in the postseason roster as a reliever.
The Arizona Diamondbacks dominated the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 1 of the NL Division Series, winning 11-2. Merrill Kelly pitched a gem, holding the Dodgers scoreless for 6 1/3 innings, while the Diamondbacks' offense exploded with a six-run first inning and three home runs. This is the first time the Diamondbacks have held a series lead in the NLDS since 2007. The Diamondbacks' hotel choice in the face of a labor dispute and boycott was criticized by a union representing hospitality workers.
Merrill Kelly delivers a stellar pitching performance for the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 1 of the National League Division Series against the Los Angeles Dodgers, going 6.1 innings with no runs, three hits, two walks, and five strikeouts. Despite historically struggling against the Dodgers, Kelly's fastball and changeup were on point as he retired 11-straight batters and handed the bullpen a 10-run lead. The Diamondbacks went on to win 11-2.
The Arizona Diamondbacks have two ways to secure a playoff spot on Saturday: by winning their game against the Houston Astros or if the Cincinnati Reds lose to the St. Louis Cardinals. After losing on Friday, the Diamondbacks' No. 2 starter, Merrill Kelly, will pitch on Saturday instead of being saved for the postseason. He will face off against Justin Verlander.
Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly left his third consecutive home start early due to cramping in his right hamstring. Despite a strong performance, allowing only one run on four hits with 12 strikeouts in seven innings, Kelly had to exit the game after throwing just one pitch in the eighth inning. This recurring issue has frustrated Kelly, who plans to work with the training staff and doctors to find a solution.