JOE KELLY NEWS

Dodgers Rumors: MLB Writer Gives Thoughts On Joe Kelly's Future With LA Could this be the end for Mariachi Joe?

OCTOBER 22, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Ex-Red Sox Joe Kelly Considered Retirement After 2023 Season 2018 Red Sox World Series champ Joe Kelly revealed how the Dodgers and their failure in the post season, impacted his retirement stance.

OCTOBER 20, 2023 • NESN.COM

Pitching Ninja's filthiest pitches (so far) of 2023 MLB posteason

The MLB playoffs have delivered a bunch of filthy pitching — and here are some of Pitching Ninja's favorites.

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Rusty in return Kelly (forearm) gave up two runs on two hits and two walks while striking out two over two-thirds of an inning in Wednesday's 6-1 loss to the Padres.

Impact Kelly had some trouble in the seventh inning after relieving starter Ryan Pepiot. Kelly walked the first two batters he faced, and both came around to score later on a Fernando Tatis single. After missing five weeks, a little rust could be expected from Kelly, who was eased into action in a low-leverage assignment. He's posted a 4.15 ERA, 1.85 WHIP and 50:17 K:BB through 33.1 innings while picking up a save, 12 holds and six blown saves this season. Evan Phillips and Brusdar Graterol figure to handle most of the save chances down the stretch and into the postseason.

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers reinstate RHP Joe Kelly (forearm) from IL The Los Angeles Dodgers activated right-hander Joe Kelly from the 15-day injured list before Wednesday’s game against the visiting San Diego...

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dodgers reinstate RHP Joe Kelly (forearm) from IL The Los Angeles Dodgers activated right-hander Joe Kelly from the 15-day injured list before Wednesday’s game against the visiting San Diego...

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Activated from IL The Dodgers reinstated Kelly (forearm) from the 15-day injured list Wednesday.

Impact Kelly will return to the Dodgers' bullpen after a month-long stint on the IL with forearm inflammation. The 35-year-old has thrown 3.2 scoreless innings since rejoining the Dodgers in late July, and he could see a handful of high-leverage opportunities before the regular season comes to an end. Kyle Hurt was optioned to Triple-A in a corresponding move.

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Aims to return Wednesday Manager Dave Roberts said he's hoping Kelly (forearm/elbow) can return Wednesday, Juan Toribio of MLB.com reports.

Impact Kelly is scheduled to begin a minor-league rehab assignment Friday with Low-A Rancho Cucamonga and will make a couple of appearances there before potentially returning to the Dodgers' bullpen ahead of their series finale next week against the Padres. The veteran reliever has been sidelined since Aug. 13 due to elbow and forearm inflammation.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting rehab assignment Kelly (forearm/elbow) will begin a rehab assignment with Low-A Rancho Cucamonga on Friday, Eric Stephen of SBNation.com reports.

Impact Kelly has been on the shelf for nearly a month with inflammation in his right forearm and elbow. Barring any setbacks, the hard-throwing reliever is expected back early next week.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

On track for early next week Kelly (forearm) is on track to be activated from the 15-day injured list early next week, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Impact Kelly has completed multiple successful bullpen sessions since suffering a minor setback in late August and is expected to return to action during the Dodgers' upcoming three-game series against the Padres, which begins Monday. The veteran reliever landed on the injured list Aug. 13 due to right forearm inflammation.

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Another throwing session Tuesday Kelly (forearm) will throw another bullpen session or a simulated game Tuesday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact It will come after Kelly got through a 20-pitch bullpen session Friday without issue. He will need a rehab assignment before returning from his right forearm inflammation, but it shouldn't be too much longer if he continues to progress.

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Tosses 20-pitch bullpen Kelly (forearm) threw about 20 pitches in a bullpen session Friday, Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register reports.

Impact Kelly reportedly used his entire pitch mix in the session, which is a good indication that he is progressing well. Per the Associated Press, the veteran reliever touched the mid-90s on his fastball, approaching the upper-90s velocity he's hovered around this season. Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic previously reported that Kelly could face hitters as soon as this coming Tuesday.

SEPTEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bullpen session, sim game on tap Kelly (forearm) will throw a bullpen session Friday and progress to a simulated game Tuesday, David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports reports.

Impact Kelly was reportedly battling forearm discomfort during his bullpen session Friday, but was able to throw another session Tuesday with no issues. The Dodgers will determine Kelly's next steps based on his performance following Tuesday's sim game, and there is still a good chance the veteran reliever is able to return before the end of the regular season.

AUGUST 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodger Details: Mookie Betts' reunion weekend, Freddie Freeman's doubles and more Plus a look at Gavin Stone's best outing as a big leaguer and health updates on Tony Gonsolin, Walker Buehler, Joe Kelly and Blake Treinen.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Still feeling arm discomfort Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Sunday that Kelly is still experiencing forearm discomfort, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Impact Kelly tried to throw a bullpen session Friday and it didn't go well, though Roberts told reporters that the veteran reliever is still expected back at some point his year. He's been on the 15-day injured list since Aug. 13 due to a bout of right forearm inflammation.

AUGUST 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Bullpen session on tap Kelly (forearm) will throw a bullpen session Friday, Matthew Moreno of DodgerBlue.com reports.

Impact Kelly landed on the injured list Sunday due to inflammation in his right forearm and is set to resume throwing off a mound after nearly a week. Kelly will still have to remain out for at least another week following his bullpen session Friday, but how he feels afterwards could provide a clearer picture on whether he'll be able to come back after a minimum stay.

AUGUST 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers Roster News: LA Calling Up Young Reliever to Replace Injured Joe Kelly A highly touted reliever joins the team!

AUGUST 15, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dodgers Injury News: Dave Roberts Provides Update on Joe Kelly The reliever hit the injured list on Sunday.

AUGUST 14, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Dodgers place RHP Joe Kelly (forearm) on IL The Los Angeles Dodges placed right-hander Joe Kelly on the 15-day injured list Sunday with right forearm inflammation

AUGUST 13, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Placed on injured list The Dodgers placed Kelly on the 15-day injured list Sunday with right elbow inflammation, Matthew Moreno of DodgerBlue.com reports.

Impact Sunday marks the third time Kelly has landed on the injured list this season -- his second as a result of elbow inflammation. The 35-year-old righty has thrown 3.2 scoreless frames since being traded to the Dodgers in July and will be eligible to return from the IL on Aug. 25.

AUGUST 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dodgers Notes: Mariachi Joe Kelly Hiding Jacket Away from Would-Be Thieves, Mookie Loves LA, 34 Forever The latest and greatest Dodgers news from Friday all in one place!

AUGUST 12, 2023 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Padres Daily: Rarest of rallies; close calls; 10th man; Fernando Tatis Jr. respects Joe Kelly Padres achieve rare late comeback with rare big inning against Dodgers; Manny Machado knows how far to push it

AUGUST 6, 2023 • SANDIEGOUNIONTRIBUNE.COM

Dodgers' Joe Kelly Has Some Not So Nice Words for Fernando Tatis Jr After Striking Him Out Joe Kelly offers some parting words after striking out Padres outfielder Fernando Tatis Jr.

AUGUST 5, 2023 • SACBEE.COM

Dodgers' Joe Kelly doesn't want your sympathy. He just wants to get you out. LOS ANGELES — Joe Kelly is many things: thrower of 99-mph sinkers and knee-buckling sliders, wearer of mariachi jackets to the White House,...

AUGUST 4, 2023 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Grading 5 of the most active teams at the 2023 MLB trade deadline

As the dust settles around the 2023 MLB trade deadline, Ben Verlander grades five of the most active buyers — including the one that traded...

AUGUST 3, 2023