Merrill Kelly

Merrill Kelly is finalizing a 2-year, $40 million deal with the Arizona Diamondbacks.

Fantasy Impact

Kelly will seemingly return to Arizona after a solid 2025 season with both the D-backs and Rangers. He would slot in at the top of the rotation, potentially even getting the Opening Day start.

The Diamondbacks and Merrill Kelly have mutual interest in a reunion.

Fantasy Impact

Kelly was traded to the Rangers at the deadline last season after six-plus seasons in Arizona. It is possible he returns to the Diamondbacks.

Merrill Kelly allowed three earned runs on seven hits while striking out four over 4.1 innings in Sunday’s loss to the Marlins.

Fantasy Impact

Kelly has allowed three or more earned runs in three consecutive starts. His outing yesterday brought his season totals to a 3.52 ERA and a 1.11 WHIP, along with a 12-9 record in 32 starts. He is scheduled to pitch next on Saturday against the Guardians.

Merrill Kelly allowed three runs on 10 hits over 5 2/3 innings in a win on Wednesday against the Brewers.

Fantasy Impact

Kelly added six strikeouts and did not allow any free passes. He was able to settle in after allowing back-to-back home runs to begin the day. He'll draw the Astros next in a crucial series.

Merrill Kelly allowed one earned run on five hits and one walk while striking out seven over seven innings in Friday's win over the Astros.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s outing, Kelly holds a 3.16 ERA and 1.04 WHIP with 11 wins and 7 losses across 29 starts this season.