MERRILL KELLY NEWS

Suffered hamstring cramp Kelly exited Thursday's game against the Reds due to a cramp in his right hamstring, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Kelly allowed only one baserunner across seven scoreless innings of work while striking out 12. He was prepared to at least begin the eighth frame but was visited by trainers and ultimately left his start prior to throwing another pitch. The issue is considered minor, so there's a good chance that Kelly won't be forced to miss a start.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Kelly fans career-high 12 before departing unexpectedly PHOENIX -- Merrill Kelly delivered one of the best outings of his career Thursday night vs. the Reds, but it was overshadowed by his concern...

AUGUST 25, 2023 • MLB.COM

Exits with apparent cramp Kelly exited Thursday's game against the Reds prior to the eighth inning with apparent cramping,Jody Jackson of Bally Sports Arizona reports.

Impact Kelly pitched a brilliant game, throwing seven scoreless innings while allowing only one hit and striking out 12. He needed just 86 pitches to do so and was warming up to prepare for his eighth frame of work. However, trainers came to the mound and Kelly exited shortly thereafter. For now, the issue appears to be relatively minor, though more details will emerge.

AUGUST 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Stumbles to win No. 10 Kelly (10-5) picked up the win in the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Padres, giving up three runs on five hits and four walks over 5.1 innings. He struck out thr...

Impact The right-hander was far from sharp, serving up a pair of solo shots in the first inning to Ha-Seong Kim and Manny Machado and tossing only 56 strikes among his 102 pitches before exiting, but Kelly got enough run support to collect his first win since June 19. Ironically, this was his worst outing of the second half -- since returning from a calf injury in late July, he's posted a 2.88 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 36:12 K:BB through 34.1 innings. Kelly will look to keep rolling in his next start, likely to come at home next weekend against the Reds.

AUGUST 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Posts 11 strikeouts in no-decision Kelly allowed two runs on five hits and one walk while striking out 11 batters over six innings in a no-decision against Colorado on Monday.

Impact Kelly left his previous start after six scoreless innings due to leg cramps, but he didn't appear to have any lingering issues Monday. The right-hander induced 21 swinging strikes and recorded a season-high 11 punchouts while allowing just two runs, each of which came on a solo homer. Kelly departed in line for the win but had to settle for a no-decision when Arizona's bullpen coughed up four runs in the eighth inning. Despite the disappointing outcome, Kelly continued a strong August during which he has tossed three straight quality starts and allowed just four runs over 18 frames while posting a 22:4 K:BB.

AUGUST 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Diamondbacks' Merrill Kelly exits game with leg cramp vs. Dodgers Arizona Diamondbacks right-hander Merrill Kelly departed Wednesday’s game against the Los Angeles Dodgers in the seventh inning with an appa...

AUGUST 10, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Battling leg cramps Kelly was taken out of Wednesday's game against the Dodgers due to a right leg cramp.

Impact Kelly had pitched six shutout frames before being taken out of the game and limping off the field with a trainer. Kelly has already missed a significant amount of time with a right leg injury, but it seems as though his condition isn't nearly as severe this time around. The team will keep an eye on Kelly, but it remains likely the 34-year-old makes his next scheduled start Monday against Colorado.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits with injury Kelly was removed from Wednesday's game against the Dodgers with an apparent injury, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Impact It's unclear what exactly is wrong with Kelly, but the D-backs' trainer saw something he didn't like in Kelly's delivery. More information should come relatively soon, but fantasy managers should consider Kelly day-to-day for now. The 34-year-old righty has already missed a month of the season due to a blood clot in his right calf.

AUGUST 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Fans nine in no-decision Kelly allowed two runs on six hits and a walk over six innings during Friday's loss to the Twins. He struck out nine and did not factor in the decision.

Impact Kelly looked terrific Friday aside from the two solo homers he coughed up. He produced his highest strikeout total since May 28 and has now turned in two quality starts in three outings since returning from the injured list. The veteran righty has produced a 3.21 ERA with a 118:42 K:BB through 112 innings. Kelly is expected to face the Dodgers at home next week.

AUGUST 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Yields three runs in loss Kelly (9-5) allowed three runs on seven hits and two walks over five innings Sunday, striking out six and taking a loss against Seattle.

Impact All three runs scored against Kelly came in the first two innings but he eventually settled in and retired the final eight batters he faced. The 34-year-old righty has given up three or fewer runs in 15 of his 18 starts this season, resulting in a 3.23 ERA over 106 frames. He's allowed four runs in two starts since returning from a month-long stint on the injured list. Kelly's next outing is projected to be in Minnesota.

JULY 31, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pitches well in return Kelly (calf) allowed a run on four hits and two walks while striking out five over six innings in a no-decision versus the Cardinals on Tuesday.

Impact Kelly made his first start since June 24, and he looked solid with 57 of his 86 pitches going for strikes. The Diamondbacks' offense didn't get on the board until the eighth inning, denying him a chance at the win. The right-hander now has a 3.12 ERA, 1.13 WHIP and 103:39 K:BB through 101 innings over 17 starts this season. He's projected to make his next start on the road at San Francisco.

JULY 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Activated for start Tuesday Kelly (calf) was activated from the 15-day injured list ahead of his start Tuesday against the Cardinals, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Kelly is back in the Diamondbacks' rotation after missing about four weeks because of a blood clot in his lower right leg. He did not go out on a minor-league rehab assignment but reportedly got his pitch count up to around 75 in a recent simulated outing. The 34-year-old stands 9-4 with a 3.22 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 98:37 K:BB through 95 innings (16 starts) this season.

JULY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Tuesday Kelly (calf) will be activated off the injured list to start Tuesday against the Cardinals, MLB.com reports.

Impact Kelly has been dealing with a blood clot in his lower right leg since a start June 24. He's thrown two simulated games while on rehab and is up to 75 pitches.

JULY 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Second rehab start coming Kelly (calf) will throw a second rehab start Thursday in the Arizona Complex League, Theo Mackie of the Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Kelly made his first rehab appearance last Saturday, tossing 75 pitches in an ACL game. Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo had hoped the right-hander would return from the injured list in time for this weekend's series against the Reds, but now the manager indicates Kelly is lined up to return for the three-game set against the Cardinals beginning next Monday.

JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Throwing sim game Saturday Kelly (calf) will throw a 75-pitch simulated game Saturday, Jody Jackson of Bally Sports Arizona reports.

Impact The 34-year-old righty has been on the shelf since late June with right calf inflammation and will seemingly skip a rehab assignment on his way back to Arizona's rotation. If everything goes well during Kelly's sim game, he will return in five or 10 days.

JULY 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Throws bullpen Thursday Kelly (calf) threw a 45-pitch bullpen session Thursday in which he simulated three innings of work, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Arizona manager Torey Lovullo was encouraged by the session, telling reporters Kelly "feels great" and is "in a really good spot." Kelly was scheduled to undergo a follow-up ultrasound exam Thursday to ensure the blood clot in his calf is no longer an issue. As for scheduling right-hander's return, Kelly's stint on the injury list expires during the All-Star break. The earliest he could return is next Friday, July 14; however, Lovullo suggested holding Kelly back until the series in Atlanta that begins July 18. The manager believes a rehab start in the minors might be needed. Since the minors are on break next week and don't resume until the 14th, that would be the earliest date for a rehab start.

JULY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Scheduled for second bullpen Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said Kelly (calf) was expected to throw a 35-40 pitch bullpen session Tuesday, Eli McKown of the Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Lovullo confirmed Kelly's session, which would be his second bullpen, but there was no update later in the day or no reporter inquired. The manager said Kelly "feels good" and is beginning to track back to the rotation, which is expected when eligible following the All-Star break.

JULY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Throws bullpen Kelly (calf) threw a 31-pitch bullpen session Saturday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.

Impact This was the first time Kelly was on the mound since he was diagnosed with a blood clot in his right calf last Tuesday. Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said Kelly could rejoin the team's rotation soon after the All-Star break.

JULY 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Playing catch Kelly (calf) played catch out to 90 feet Wednesday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Kelly spoke with reporters Thursday and said the swelling in his calf had subsided "a little bit" and feels he's trending in the right direction. The right-hander is expected to undergo a follow-up ultrasound early next week. It's unclear when Kelly will be able to return to the mound.

JUNE 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dealing with blood clot Kelly has a blood clot in his right calf and is without an official timeline, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports.

Impact Manager Torey Lovullo compared Kelly's situation to that of Ian Kennedy, who missed 18 days last year with a blood clot, though he wouldn't give any sort of timeline for Kelly. The right-hander was placed on the 15-day injured list Tuesday and will have an opportunity to get some added rest prior to a potential return after the All-Star break.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

D-backs place RHP Merrill Kelly (calf) on IL The Arizona Diamondbacks will be without one of their staff aces for a stretch

JUNE 27, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

D-backs place Kelly (calf) on IL, call up No. 18 prospect The D-backs on Tuesday placed right-hander Merrill Kelly on the injured list with right calf inflammation (retroactive to Sunday), called up...

JUNE 27, 2023 • MLB.COM

Placed on 15-day IL Kelly was placed on the 15-day injured list with right calf inflammation Tuesday.

Impact Kelly struggled in his last start Sunday versus the Giants, allowing seven runs over five frames, and he will now be unavailable until after the All-Star break as he nurses his calf. Right-handed relievers Kevin Ginkel and Justin Martinez were called up from Triple-A Reno on Tuesday, though it's yet to be seen who will replace Kelly in Arizona's starting rotation. Top prospect Brandon Pfaadt could be an option to get called up from Reno.

JUNE 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gets beat up in loss Kelly (9-4) took the loss Saturday, allowing seven runs on 10 hits and two walks over five innings against the Giants. He struck out two.

Impact The Giants got to Kelly in a hurry Saturday, beginning with a leadoff double from LaMonte Wade Jr. to open the bottom of the first which would lead to two runs being scored in the inning. The right-hander's struggles continued throughout the contest as he surrendered another run in the third, two more in the fifth and then a two-run shot in the sixth to put Arizona down 7-5. Kelly had an especially hard time with the placement of his four-seamer on the afternoon, which led to him allowing a season-high seven runs (five earned) while fanning out just two batters, marking his season low in the strikeout category. He'll look to bounce back when the Diamondbacks travel to take on the Angels next week.

JUNE 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Merrill Kelly, Diamondbacks shoot to slow Giants The pitching advantage shifts to the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks when they seek to even their series against the San Francisco Giants in a...

JUNE 24, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM