Merrill Kelly's Quality Start Wasted in Tough Loss
by Matthew Adam | Diamondbacks Correspondent | Tue, Sep 17th 5:50am EDT
Merrill Kelly delivered a quality start, allowing just one earned run on two hits and two walks while striking out five over six innings in Monday's 3-2 loss to the Rockies.
Fantasy Impact:
Despite his solid performance, Kelly's efforts weren't enough to secure a win for the Diamondbacks, leaving his record untouched at 4-0. His season ERA now sits at 4.00 with a WHIP of 1.19, which are respectable numbers, though his 4.88 FIP suggests some underlying concerns. Fantasy managers should appreciate his ability to limit runs and maintain a decent strikeout rate, but the lack of run support and win potential in games like these could be frustrating. Moving forward, Kelly remains a viable fantasy option, especially in deeper leagues, but managing expectations in terms of wins might be prudent given the team's performance.
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