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| Jun 27 2025 | Kelly (7-4) allowed five runs (three earned) on six hits and a walk while striking out seven over five-plus innings, taking the loss versus the Marlins on Friday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was let down by his defense in the fifth inning and then removed after giving up a solo home run to Kyle Stowers to lead off the sixth. Kelly has allowed 12 runs (nine earned) across 16 innings over his last three starts after opening June with 13 scoreless frames. He also dialed up at least seven strikeouts in each of his five outings this month, providing consistency in that area even when there were some mildly crooked numbers on his line. The right-hander now has a 3.49 ERA, 1.07 WHIP and 100:26 K:BB through 98 innings over 17 starts this season. He's projected for a home start versus the Giants next week. |
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| Jun 21 2025 | Kelly (7-3) allowed three runs (two earned) on six hits and three walks while striking out seven over six innings to earn the win Saturday over the Rockies. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly turned in his third quality start in four outings this month, and it was enough for his second win in that span. He gave up a two-run home run to Jordan Beck in the first inning, but Kelly was able to settle in pretty well after that. The veteran right-hander continues to provide serviceable innings. He's allowed three runs or less in 12 of 16 starts, good for a 3.39 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 93:25 K:BB over 93 innings this season. He's lined up for a favorable home start versus the Marlins when he next takes the mound. |
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| Jun 15 2025 | Kelly (6-3) took the loss Sunday versus the Padres, allowing four runs on seven hits and a walk while striking out seven over five innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly started fine, but he gave up three runs, including a two-run home run to Jake Cronenworth in the fourth inning. Kelly has logged at least six strikeouts in eight straight starts, but this is the third time in that span he's given up four or more runs. The right-hander has a 3.41 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 86:22 K:BB through 87 innings over 15 starts this season. His next outing is projected to be in Colorado. His previous start against the Rockies came at home, when he tossed seven innings of one-hit ball and struck out 11 on May 18, though going into Coors Field always carries at least a little danger for pitchers. |
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| Jun 9 2025 | Kelly allowed four hits and two walks while striking out seven over six scoreless innings in a no-decision versus the Mariners on Monday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly logged his third scoreless outing of the season, all of which have come in his last five starts. It hasn't been a stretch of consistency, as he allowed a total of 10 runs (eight earned) over 11 innings in the other two starts in that span. Kelly is still looking like one of the more reliable pitchers in the majors this year with a 3.18 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 79:21 K:BB over 82 innings through 14 starts. The 36-year-old is penciled in for a weekend start at home versus the Padres. |
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| Jun 4 2025 | Kelly (6-2) earned the win Wednesday against Atlanta after giving up one hit and one walk in seven scoreless innings. He struck out eight. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After conceding eight runs over his previous two starts, Kelly bounced back in a big way. The veteran right-hander submitted his seventh quality start of the year, and it was the sixth time in his last 11 appearances that he fired at least six frames while yielding two runs or fewer. Kelly sports a 2.55 ERA, 0.84 WHIP and 69:12 K:BB over 67 innings since April 8, and he's next projected to face a Mariners a club with a .654 OPS against right-handed pitching across 29 outings since May 1. |
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| May 30 2025 | Kelly allowed six runs (four earned) on six hits and two walks while striking out six over five innings in a no-decision versus the Nationals on Friday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly allowed two runs in the first inning and then gave up two home runs in the third. Despite the struggles, he didn't get an early hook, though this was just the third time in 12 starts he's been limited to five innings or fewer. The right-hander now has a 3.78 ERA, 1.06 WHIP and 64:18 K:BB through 69 innings this season. Kelly's next start is projected to be in Atlanta, which offers moderate bounce-back potential, though he is sporting a 4.59 ERA over 33.1 innings on the road this season. |
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| May 24 2025 | Kelly came away with a no-decision in Saturday's 6-5 loss to the Cardinals, giving up four runs on six hits and a walk over six-plus innings. He struck out six. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran righty was locked in a pitchers' duel with Matthew Liberatore through six frames, but Kelly put the first three batters of the seventh on base with two hits and a walk, and all three came around to score after he'd left the mound. The Diamondbacks struck back for four runs in the top of the eighth to take him off the hook for the loss, however. Kelly was sharp prior to the late fade, racking up 31 called or swinging strikes among his 100 pitches (66 total strikes), and he'll take a 3.52 ERA, 1.02 WHIP and 58:16 K:BB through 64 innings into his next start, which lines up to come at home next weekend against the Nationals. |
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| May 18 2025 | Kelly (5-2) picked up the win Sunday against Colorado, allowing one hit and three walks with 11 strikeouts over seven scoreless innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly dominated the Rockies, tossing his first scoreless start of 2025 and setting season-best marks in hits allowed and strikeouts. The 36-year-old has been stellar this year outside of a blowup start against the Yankees on April 3, owning a 1.99 ERA and a 50:12 K:BB over 54.1 innings in his other appearances. He's expected to take the mound again next weekend during a road series against the Cardinals. |
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| May 12 2025 | Kelly (4-2) allowed a run on eight hits and struck out eight without walking a batter over seven innings to earn the win over the Giants on Monday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was just a little better than opposing starter Justin Verlander in this pitching duel. The 36-year-old Kelly has now allowed exactly one run in five of his nine outings this season, and this start ended a stretch of four appearances without a win. The right-hander trimmed his ERA to 3.71 with a 1.06 WHIP and 41:12 K:BB across 51 innings this season. He's projected to make his next start at home versus the Rockies this weekend. |
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| May 7 2025 | Kelly (3-2) took the loss Wednesday against the Mets, allowing three runs on six hits over 6.1 innings. He struck out six. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After leaving his last start early with a hamstring cramp, Kelly certainly appeared healthy Wednesday as he held the Mets scoreless on just two hits through his first five innings. However, the right-hander would give up a homer to Juan Soto in the sixth before New York tacked on two more runs in the seventh. The loss is Kelly's first since April 3 -- he hadn't allowed more than two runs in his previous four starts coming into Wednesday. Kelly's ERA now sits at 4.09 through his first 44 innings this year with a 1.05 WHIP and 33:12 K:BB. He's currently lined up to face the Giants on the road in his next outing. |
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| May 5 2025 | Kelly (hamstring) is listed as the Diamondbacks' probable starter or Wednesday's game against the Mets in Arizona. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Diamondbacks are already having Corbin Burnes (shoulder) skip his start during the three-game series versus the Mets, but the team won't have to make any further additions to the rotation with Kelly having bounced back well since exiting his most recent outing Friday in Philadelphia due to right hamstring cramping. He's now experienced leg cramps in two of his last three starts, but Kelly has pitched effectively in each of those occasions. He'll enter Wednesday's contest with a 4.06 ERA and 1.06 WHIP over 37.2 innings on the season. |
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| May 3 2025 | Kelly was removed from Friday's start after five innings due to cramping in his right hamstring, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports. He allowed one run on four hits and struck out two before being removed. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly began to feel the cramping while warming up for the sixth inning and was removed after just 60 pitches. The cramping issue has dogged the 36-year old right-hander the last few seasons. "I wish I had a good answer for you guys," Kelly said. "We've tried all kinds of things. We've done all kinds of labs, all kinds of hydration stuff. If I had a good answer for you guys, I'd stop cramping." As of now, Kelly is expected to make his next scheduled start in five days. |
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| Apr 20 2025 | Kelly (leg) exited Sunday's contest against the Cubs in the bottom of the sixth inning due to right leg cramping. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly had tossed 5.2 innings of one-run ball, allowing two hits and a walk while striking out five batters before being forced to leave the game. The right-hander retired the final 16 batters he faced in the contest, and his status moving forward is likely day-to-day. Kelly is projected to make his next start Saturday against Atlanta, and it's unclear if he's in danger of missing that outing. |
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| Apr 15 2025 | Kelly (3-1) allowed a run on three hits and a walk over six innings Tuesday, striking out nine and earning a win over the Marlins. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly cruised to an easy win while his offense posted a double-digit scoring performance. The lone run against him was an RBI groundout from Liam Hicks in the second inning. Kelly forced a season-high 13 whiffs after generating just 19 total in his first three starts. He still owns an unsightly 5.57 ERA, but that was mostly due to his nine-run blow-up start against the Yankees on April 3. Kelly is currently projected for a road matchup against the Cubs this weekend. |
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| Apr 9 2025 | Kelly (2-1) picked up the win in Tuesday's 4-3 victory over the Orioles, allowing three runs (two earned) on three hits and two walks over six-plus innings. He struck out four. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The veteran right-hander was tagged for a pair of runs in the first inning, an ominous sign after Kelly got ambushed by the Yankees his last time out, but he steadied the ship after that and produced his first quality start of the season on 89 pitches (61 strikes). Kelly's 7.20 ERA still shows the scars of that trip to the Bronx, and his 7:9 K:BB in 15 innings hasn't been fantasy-friendly, but he may be trending in the right direction. He's scheduled to make his next start on the road early next week in Miami. |
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| Apr 3 2025 | Kelly (1-1) took the loss after allowing nine runs on nine hits and three walks in 3.2 innings Thursday against the Yankees. He struck out two. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Thursday's showing was ugly from the get-go for Kelly, who served up a three-run home run to Aaron Judge in the first inning before recording a single out. Trent Grisham added an RBI double in the opening frame and also belted a two-run shot in the third inning, with Kelly's night finally coming to a merciful end after a Judge RBI single and a Jazz Chisholm two-run homer in the fourth frame. Kelly will look to put this disastrous performance in the rear-view mirror in his next scheduled start, which lines up for early next week at home against the Orioles. |
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| Mar 29 2025 | Kelly (1-0) recorded the win in Friday's 8-1 rout of the Cubs, allowing one run on three hits and four walks over 5.1 innings. He struck out one. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was far from a dominant outing for the 36-year-old righty to kick off the season, but Kelly minimized the damage from his free passes and got more than enough offensive support. He left the mound after 85 pitches (51 strikes). Kelly will likely need to be sharper in his next trip to the mound, which is scheduled to come on the road next week against the Yankees. |
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| Mar 23 2025 | Kelly allowed three runs on five hits and two walks while striking out six over five innings in Saturday's spring start against the Giants. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Giants tagged Kelly for three consecutive home runs in the fourth inning of his final Cactus League start, but the right-hander told Manny Randhawa of MLB.com that this was the best he's felt all camp. The Diamondbacks' rotation order hasn't been set beyond Opening Day starter Zac Gallen, but Kelly is considered to be part of the top three, which also includes Corbin Burnes. That means he'll likely make his next start Thursday or Friday against the Cubs. |
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| Mar 18 2025 | Kelly allowed three runs on six hits while striking out four over 2.2 innings in Monday's spring start against the Angels. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was tagged for all three runs in the second inning of his fourth Cactus League start. It was an efficient outing, as Kelly required 66 pitches to get those eight outs. He hinted to Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports that the high pitch count was partially due to a pitcher using spring contests to test out pitches he might not normally throw in certain situations during the regular season. Kelly worked on his slider Monday, throwing it 24 percent of the time. "I think that was one of the things I walked away with today, with how good it's been in spring," Kelly said. It's a pitch the right-hander hasn't used much during his career and only started introducing the last few seasons. |
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| Mar 12 2025 | Kelly allowed five hits while striking out one over 3.1 scoreless innings in Tuesday's spring start against the Royals. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly threw 48 pitches in his third Cactus League start, the same number of pitches he threw the last time out, March 7, against the Mariners. He navigated first-inning trouble with the help of his defense; a baserunner was caught attempting to steal and a second one was picked off by Kelly, the third time he's picked off a runner this spring. After three spring outings, Kelly has a 2.35 ERA over 7.2 innings. |
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| Mar 7 2025 | Kelly allowed two runs on four hits and two walks over 2.1 innings while striking out three in Thursday's split-squad start against the Mariners. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly threw 48 pitches (30 strikes) in his second Cactus League outing. The right-hander allowed multiple baserunners in each of his first two innings and experienced a slight drop in velocity relative to his first spring outing, but his rotation spot isn't in jeopardy and Kelly's focus at this stage of the spring is on getting stretched out. |
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| Mar 1 2025 | Kelly allowed one hit and one walk while striking out two over two innings in Friday's spring start against the Royals. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was Kelly's first appearance in Cactus League action, and the 36-year-old right-hander showed extra juice on his fastball. He averaged 92 mph on his two- and four-seamers in 2024 but threw a number of fastballs at 94-plus Friday. The uptick in velo is an encouraging sign for Kelly, who missed a large part of 2024 due to a shoulder injury. |
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| Nov 2 2024 | The Diamondbacks exercised Kelly's $7 million club option for 2025 on Saturday, Jon Heyman of the New York Post reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After missing a four-month chunk of the season due to a shoulder injury, Kelly finished 2024 with a 4.03 ERA and 1.17 WHIP across 73.2 innings over 13 starts. Hopeful for a bounce-back campaign in 2025, the D-backs will keep the 36-year-old righty around to bolster a pitching staff that ranked 27th in the majors with a 4.62 ERA. |
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| Sep 27 2024 | Kelly (5-1) allowed five runs on eight hits and a walk while striking out eight over 5.2 innings, taking the loss versus the Padres on Friday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly left his last start due to a right calf cramp, but it wasn't a lasting issue for the right-hander. He was shaky in the first inning Friday, allowing four of the five runs and four of the eight hits on his line as the Padres tagged him for four runs early. He also gave up an RBI triple to Luis Arraez in the fourth. Kelly wraps up his injury-plagued regular season with a 4.03 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 63:19 K:BB over 73.2 innings across 13 starts after missing nearly four months with a shoulder injury. |
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| Sep 21 2024 | Kelly was removed from Saturday's game against the Brewers due to a right calf cramp. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly had thrown 72 pitches through five scoreless innings and was set to come out for the sixth, but after a long discussion on the mound, he was pulled from the game and finished with six strikeouts while allowing just two hits. Kelly has dealt with leg cramps in the past, and he was forced to leave during his start against the Rangers on Sept. 11 due to hamstring cramping. It's unclear whether his current injury will force him to miss his next start in the rotation. |
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| Sep 16 2024 | Kelly came away with a no decision in Monday's loss to the Rockies. He allowed one run on two hits and two walks over six innings. He struck out five. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly exited his previous start against the Rangers due to a hamstring injury but was able to get through six innings with relative ease on Monday. Kelly came into the start with a 5.85 ERA over six starts since returning from the injured list on August 11, but he now has two quality starts in his last three appearances. The 35-year-old will carry a 4.00 ERA and 1.19 WHIP into his next start against the Brewers. |
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| Sep 15 2024 | Kelly is listed as the Diamondbacks' probable starting pitcher for Monday's game against the Rockies at Coors Field. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander will take his next turn through the rotation on his normal four days' rest, despite exiting his previous start Wednesday against the Rangers after four-plus innings due to right hamstring cramping. Since returning from the injured list Aug. 11 following a prolonged absence due to a teres major strain of his shoulder, Kelly has gone 2-0 with a 5.85 ERA, 1.48 WHIP and 23:10 K:BB in 32.1 innings over six starts. |
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| Sep 14 2024 | Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said Friday that Kelly (hamstring) could start Monday or Tuesday, Arizona Sports reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Lovullo said Kelly was doing better Friday and if that trend continues, the right-hander will be ready to take his next turn through the rotation. "If he continues to be fine every day, we will make a decision if it's going to be Monday or Tuesday," Lovullo said. Kelly was pulled from his previous start Wednesday with discomfort. |
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| Sep 11 2024 | Manager Torey Lovullo said Kelly was lifted from Wednesday's start due to right hamstring cramping, but the right-hander is expected to make his next turn through the rotation, Jesse Friedman of GoPHNX.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly allowed three earned runs over four innings before being lifted from Wednesday's contest, but he doesn't appear to be dealing with a serious injury. The 35-year-old's next turn through the rotation tentatively lines up for Monday in Colorado, and he should be expected to take the mound then unless the hamstring issue lingers. |
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| Sep 5 2024 | Kelly did not factor into the decision Thursday, allowing two runs on six hits over seven innings against the Giants. He struck out eight. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was sharp Thursday, completing seven frames with the only blemish against his line being a two-out single in the fourth by Patrick Bailey that drove in two to tie the game. However, despite knocking out Giants' starter Blake Snell after just one inning, the Diamondbacks couldn't muster any more runs against the San Francisco bullpen and Kelly left with a quality no-decision. The eight strikeouts matched a season high and were the most Kelly has accumulated since his first start of the season. His performance comes on the heels of allowing 14 earned runs including six homers over his previous three starts spanning 16.1 innings. He'll look to ride the momentum from Thursday's start into his next outing, scheduled to take place when Arizona hosts the Rangers in a rematch of the 2023 World Series. |
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| Aug 31 2024 | Kelly allowed six runs (four earned) on 10 hits and a walk while striking out one over 5.1 innings in a no-decision versus the Dodgers on Saturday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly looked to be in for a long night after giving up solo home runs to Shohei Ohtani, Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman over his first 11 pitches. Kelly struggled against the top of the Dodgers' order in the second inning as well, but he was able to settle down after that. The right-hander hasn't been very good since he returned from a four-month absence with a shoulder injury -- he's allowed 18 runs (16 earned), including six homers, over 21.1 innings since he returned to action Aug. 11. Kelly has a 4.30 ERA, 1.28 WHIP and 33:14 K:BB through 46 innings over eight starts this season. He's tentatively projected to make his next start at San Francisco. |
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| Aug 25 2024 | Kelly (3-0) picked up the win Sunday against Boston, allowing four runs on seven hits and three walks with five strikeouts across six innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All four runs charged to Kelly came via the long ball, with Triston Casas lifting a solo homer with two outs in the first inning and Rafael Devers swatting a three-run home run in the fourth frame. Still, Kelly received enough run support to pick up his third win of the campaign. Since being activated from the injured list Aug. 11, Kelly has a 6.75 ERA and an 11:6 K:BB across 16 innings spanning three starts. The right-hander has allowed 10 combined runs in his last two starts. He'll look to get back on track next time out despite an expected matchup with the Dodgers. |
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| Aug 18 2024 | Kelly did not factor into the decision, allowing six runs on eight hits and two walks over five innings Sunday against the Rays. He struck out four. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly struggled mightily in his second start since returning from a stint on the 60-day IL with a shoulder injury. Despite allowing five runs through five, Kelly was allowed to start the sixth. However, he walked both batters he faced in the inning, and he was pulled with one of those batters later coming around to score, saddling him with six earned runs allowed. On a promising note, Kelly was extended to 96 pitches, 11 more than he tossed in his last start indicating that he's not being governed by any restrictions. This marked his first outing this season in which he's allowed more than two runs, lifting his ERA from 2.43 to 3.63. His next opportunity to take the hill is scheduled to come next week when the Diamondbacks travel to Boston to take on the Red Sox. |
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| Aug 12 2024 | Kelly (3-0) earned a win over the Phillies on Sunday, allowing two runs on three hits and two walks while striking out two over five innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All of the damage against Kelly came in the opening frame after Alec Bohm drove in two runs on a double to center field. From there, Kelly was able to settle in, retiring 14 of the next 16 batters he faced. Kelly wasn't on much of a workload restriction either, finishing with 85 pitches before his day was done. The return of the 35-year-old gives the Diamondbacks a healthy rotation for the first time this year after they also added Eduardo Rodriguez to the mix earlier in the week. Kelly now holds a 2.43 ERA, 0.94 WHIP and 23:8 K:BB in 29.2 innings and will face the Rays on the road in his next start over the weekend. |
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| Aug 11 2024 | The Diamondbacks reinstated Kelly (shoulder) from the 60-day injured list to start Sunday's game against the Phillies, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 35-year-old right-hander has been sidelined since mid-April due to a teres major strain of his right shoulder, but he's ready to rejoin Arizona's rotation after one rehab start. Kelly threw 62 pitches over four innings for High-A Hillsboro in that outing, so he'll likely face some workload limitations in his first couple starts back in the majors. He posted a 2.19 ERA, 0.93 WHIP and 21:6 K:BB over 24.2 innings prior to going down with the injury. |
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| Aug 10 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) will be reinstated from the 60-day injured list to start Sunday's game against the Phillies, Jesse Friedman of GoPHNX.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As expected, Kelly will take the mound for Arizona on Sunday for the first time since April. The 35-year-old threw 62 pitches in his lone minor-league start, so he should be under some sort of pitch count during his MLB return. Kelly allowed three runs on six hits and no walks across four innings during the minor-league outing and may need to shake off some rust before recapturing his early 2024 form. |
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| Aug 9 2024 | Manager Torey Lovullo said Friday it's "very likely" Kelly (shoulder) will start Sunday's game against Philadelphia, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly has been on the shelf since late April with a teres major strain of his right shoulder. After throwing 62 pitches in a four-inning rehab start for High-A Hillsboro on Tuesday, Kelly is expected to be cleared for Sunday's start. The 35-year-old was dominant before going down, logging a 2.19 ERA across 24.2 innings. However, expectations shouldn't be too high for Kelly in his first start back considering the lengthy absence and Philadelphia's potent offense. |
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| Aug 8 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) will throw a bullpen session Friday at Chase Field, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly made a rehab start with High-A Hillsboro on Tuesday, surrendering three runs on six hits while striking out two batters over four innings. The right-hander has been out since late April while recovering from a right shoulder strain, and it's possible that if Friday's session goes well, Kelly could be activated from the 60-day injured list as soon as Sunday. |
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| Aug 4 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) is scheduled to throw four innings and 65 pitches in Tuesday's rehab start for High-A Hillsboro, MLB.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The news that Kelly was set to begin a rehab assignment Tuesday was already out there, but now the Diamondbacks offered details about a projected length. It's possible, if Kelly meets those projected goals, that this is the right-hander's lone rehab outing. |
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| Aug 2 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment with High-A Hillsboro on Tuesday, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly threw a three-inning simulated game Wednesday, clearing the way for him to make a rehab start. It could be the only one he needs before rejoining the Diamondbacks' rotation. Kelly has been shelved since late April with a teres major strain in his right shoulder. |
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| Jul 29 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) will throw a three-inning simulated game Wednesday, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Eduardo Rodriguez (shoulder) will throw a four-inning simulated game the same day and could join the Diamondbacks' rotation next week. Kelly is behind him, but it doesn't appear by much. A return for the right-hander by mid-August looks doable if all goes well. He's been out since late April with a right shoulder strain. |
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| Jul 27 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) is scheduled to throw a simulated game Sunday, MLB.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly, who tossed a two-inning sim game Thursday, is slowly ramping up for a potential return in the first half of August. It's been a long slog for the right-hander, who landed on the injured list in April. A rehab assignment is certain; the only question being the number of starts Kelly will need. |
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| Jul 26 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) threw two innings in a simulated game Thursday, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly faced hitters for the first time since being placed on the injured list in late April with a strained right shoulder. The 35-year-old is slated to throw again Sunday and looks to be nearing a rehab assignment. Kelly has only made four starts this season, and will likely require multiple rehab starts before being cleared. |
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| Jul 19 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) is expected to throw two more bullpen sessions before facing hitters, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly is slated to throw off the bump Saturday and is expected to require one additional bullpen session before being cleared to face hitters. Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Friday that the right-hander is "feeling really, really good." Kelly is been limited to just four starts this season with a right shoulder strain and will need time to ramp things back up, but the recent reports on his progress have been positive. |
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| Jul 13 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) threw 32 pitches in a bullpen session Friday, MLB.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was one of three injured starters to throw a bullpen, which included up-and-downs. This was his second bullpen of the week. The right-hander is tentatively expected to return early August. |
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| Jul 11 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) is set to throw a bullpen session Friday, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly completed a bullpen session Tuesday, the first time he's thrown from the mound since landing on the injured list in mid-April with a shoulder strain. He'll continue building up his workload before progressing to facing live batters and remains on track for a mid-August return. |
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| Jul 9 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) completed a bullpen session Tuesday, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly, along with teammates Jordan Montgomery (knee) and Eduardo Rodriguez (shoulder), all threw bullpen sessions Tuesday, and manager Torey Lovullo said all three pitchers "felt good" afterwards. Kelly hasn't pitched since being placed on the injured list April 23 with a right shoulder strain, and his mid-August return timeline gives him the furthest return date of the trio of injured starters. |
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| Jul 8 2024 | Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Monday that Kelly (shoulder) will throw a bullpen session Tuesday, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly recently upped his throwing distance to 120 feet, and Tuesday will mark the first time he's thrown off the mound since straining his right shoulder in April. It's a positive step in the 35-year-old's throwing program, though the right-hander isn't expected to come off the injured list until mid-to-late August. In the four starts prior to his injury, Kelly was 2-0 with a 2.19 ERA and 0.93 WHIP over 24.2 innings. |
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| Jul 1 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) recently increased his throwing distance off flat ground to 120 feet, Alex Weiner of ArizonaSports.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Though Kelly is steadily upping his throwing distance, the Diamondbacks haven't yet indicated when the right-hander might be ready to resume mound work. In any case, Kelly recently acknowledged that he's not expecting to come off the 60-day injured list until mid-to-late August, so he still has several weeks to go and multiple checkpoints to hit in his rehab program before a more precise target date for his return is identified. |
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| Jun 24 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) said Friday that he's eyeing the Diamondbacks' mid-August road trip as a target for his return from the 60-day injured list, Jake Oliver of SI.com reports. "Originally we thought it was kind of All-Star break but with how the progression lines up, it's probably a little bit later than that," Kelly said, when asked about his return timeline. "In my mind, I'm hoping I'm on that Tampa, Miami, and Boston trip. I've wanted to go on that trip all year and that seems to be around the right time that I'm back in there but obviously, things can change as we go along." | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The three-city road trip that Kelly alluded to begins Aug. 16 in Tampa and wraps up Aug. 25, so the right-hander has shifted his focus toward returning roughly a month after the All-Star break. Placed on the IL on April 23 with a right shoulder strain, Kelly has had a slow recovery thus far from what he said is the first soft-tissue injury he's dealt with during his 15-year professional career. On a positive note, Kelly reiterated that he's continuing to throw, but he remains limited to playing catch off flat ground from 75 feet and hasn't stepped back on the mound since landing on the shelf. With Kelly suggesting that his return is still likely another two months away, fantasy managers in redraft leagues with limited IL spots who have been stashing him during his prolonged absence may be best served cutting bait at this point. |
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| Jun 15 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) is expected to be held out through the All-Star break, Jack Sommers of SI.com reports Saturday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Torey Lovullo noted that Kelly hasn't thrown beyond 75 feet yet and is being brought along slowly. The 35-year-old has been sidelined since late April and didn't start a throwing program until June 4. If he does end up sitting through the All-Star break, Kelly wouldn't be back until July 19 at the earliest. |
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| Jun 3 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) will begin his throwing program Tuesday, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This is the next expected step for Kelly as he makes his way back from a right shoulder strain. His recovery has been moving along smoothly to this point, but the right-hander could take some time to gain clearance for mound work. |
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| May 28 2024 | Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Tuesday that Kelly (shoulder) is expected to begin a throwing program next week, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander has apparently been progressing well in his recovery from a right shoulder strain and is now on the cusp of resuming baseball work. Kelly will require some time to build his arm up before progressing to mound work and eventually a rehab assignment, so he shouldn't be expected to rejoin the Diamondbacks until sometime in July. |
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| May 25 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) underwent an MRI earlier this week, and it showed significant healing, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The results are encouraging, but the team will have multiple doctors review the images to be sure. Kelly was placed on the 15-day injured list April 23, two days after being scratched from a start, and then he was transferred to the 60-day IL on May 2. |
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| May 22 2024 | Manager Torey Lovullo said Wednesday that Kelly will undergo an MRI later this week to see how his strained right shoulder is progressing, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly's shoulder has kept him out of action since April 23, though he may be able to begin a throwing program in the near future if his MRI results come back clean. If the 35-year-old righty is cleared to begin throwing, a more defined return timeline may emerge, although he isn't eligible to return to Arizona's rotation until June 22. |
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| May 2 2024 | The Diamondbacks transferred Kelly (shoulder) to the 60-day injured list Thursday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was placed on the 15-day IL on April 23 after sustaining a teres major strain in his right shoulder. Due to his transfer to the 60-day IL, Kelly will be on the shelf until at least late June, and his rehab progress over the next few weeks could determine whether the right-hander will need more time beyond that window. Kelly started the season with a 2-0 record, 2.19 ERA and 0.93 WHIP over 24.2 innings through four starts. |
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| Apr 24 2024 | Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said after Tuesday's 14-1 win over the Cardinals that he expects Kelly (shoulder) to miss at least one month after landing on the 15-day injured list, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports. "We're not looking in terms of weeks as what we had hoped for," Lovullo said of Kelly's timetable for a return from a teres major strain in his right shoulder. "So I think the next step up is a month, more than that." | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly had rolled to a 2-0 record, 2.19 ERA and 0.93 WHIP over 24.2 innings through his first four starts of the season before he was scratched ahead of his most recent turn in the rotation this past Sunday against the Giants upon experiencing shoulder discomfort during a throwing session. He was sent in for two MRIs in recent days, and although both confirmed that Kelly had sustained a teres major strain, Lovullo noted that the Diamondbacks don't yet know if the strain is of the Grade 1, 2 or 3 variety. Lovullo added that Kelly will receive "a couple other opinions" on his injury before a firmer timeline and a treatment method is established, but the skipper said that the right-hander won't need surgery even while the "concern [level] is yet to be determined." In any case, Kelly's fantasy managers can probably feel comfortable ruling him out for all of May, and it could be difficult to justify stashing the 35-year-old if his timeline for a return ultimately gets pushed back further. |
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| Apr 23 2024 | The Diamondbacks placed Kelly on the 15-day injured list Tuesday, retroactive to April 20, with a right shoulder strain. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was diagnosed with a teres major strain of his right shoulder following his initial MRI Sunday. He was scheduled to start Sunday's series finale in San Francisco, but he was scratched after experiencing discomfort prior to the game. The Diamondbacks were initially hopeful the 35-year-old would avoid a 15-day shutdown, but that naturally went by the wayside with Tuesday's development. In a corresponding move, Tommy Henry was recalled from Triple-A Reno. |
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| Apr 22 2024 | Kelly (shoulder) is expected to require a stint on the 15-day injured list, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The D-Backs were initially hopeful that Kelly would be able to avoid a 15-day shutdown, but skipper Torey Lovullo stated after Monday's matchup that the right-hander is "most likely" headed to the IL to rehab from a shoulder strain. Arizona will likely wait until Tuesday to make the move official. |
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| Apr 21 2024 | Kelly is returning to Phoenix to be evaluated Sunday after receiving an MRI on his right shoulder, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was scratched from Sunday's start in San Francisco due to the injury, though manager Torey Lovullo hopes a trip to the injured list won't be necessary. Slade Cecconi was called up to start in the series finale against the Giants. |
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| Apr 16 2024 | Kelly yielded a run on three hits and two walks over five innings in a no-decision Monday against the Cubs. He struck out five. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Aside from a solo homer he allowed to Michael Busch, Kelly turned in a standard solid outing. It was Kelly's shortest start of the year, but he's now allowed two or fewer runs in each of his first four appearances in 2024. The veteran righty also set a new season high by forcing 13 swinging strikes. He'll carry a 2.19 ERA into his next start, which is lined up to be in San Francisco this weekend. |
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| Apr 10 2024 | Kelly (2-0) got the win over the Rockies on Tuesday, allowing two runs on six hits and three walks in six innings. He struck out four. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Five of the six hits allowed by Kelly went for singles, as he was able to keep the damage against him to a minimum in a ballpark where baseballs tend to travel far. It was his first outing of the year with multiple walks, but he now has three quality starts in as many tries to open 2024 and owns a 2.29 ERA, 0.92 WHIP and 16:4 K:BB in 19.2 innings. He tentatively lines up for a start against the Cubs his next time out. |
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| Apr 3 2024 | Kelly did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing two runs on five hits and one walk over seven innings in a 6-5 loss to the Yankees. He struck out four. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly allowed the leadoff runner to reach base in three of his first four innings of work and it finally cost him the fourth when Aaron Judge jumped on a hanging sinker and sent it into the stands, giving the Yankees a 2-1 lead. The right-hander recovered nicely, however, surrendering just two singles and a walk from that point on as the Diamondbacks fell to New York in the series finale. Kelly has now logged back-to-back quality starts to open the season, posting a 12:1 K:BB over that early stretch. |
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| Mar 29 2024 | Kelly (1-0) allowed one run on three hits over 6.2 innings Friday, striking out eight and earning a win over Colorado. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After coughing up three hits in the first two frames - including a solo shot by Elias Diaz - Kelly eventually settled in to retire 15 straight Rockies. Kelly forced 12 whiffs on 79 total pitches, with four whiffs each via the fastball and slider. The veteran righty has been a consistent force for Arizona recently, registering a 3.33 ERA across 378 innings from 2022-2023 and he's off to an impressive start again in 2024. Kelly is currently projected to take the mound at home against the Yankees next week. |
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| Mar 19 2024 | Kelly allowed four hits and one walk while striking out seven over 3.1 innings in Monday's spring start against Oakland. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly, on track to pitch the second game of the regular season, was pleased with the shape of his pitches in talking to Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports. "Everything was sharp, fastball is coming out of the hand well, really liking the progress of the slider, I saw some really good swings and misses and some good location on it today," Kelly said. A byproduct of his seven punchouts, however, was an elevated pitch count; Kelly needed 65 pitches to secure those 10 outs. The right-hander will have one more Cactus League start to get the pitches up to the point where he can throw five or six innings in his first start of the regular season. |
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| Mar 14 2024 | Kelly allowed two runs on five hits and struck out four over three innings in Wednesday's spring start against the Rockies. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly emptied the entire arsenal of pitches Wednesday, throwing 47 overall. He worked on his changeup leading up to his second Cactus League start, after featuring a developing slider the first time out. "I've thrown my changeup for a long time now, it's kind of been the pitch that I've gone to when I needed something," Kelly told Alex Weiner of Arizona Sports. "The slider is obviously something that I want to make more consistent and more into a usable pitch, so the emphasis coming into spring was on the slider and sometimes when you do that the feel for the rest of the pitches kind of isn't as sharp." Kelly will get two more starts to work up to 75-80 pitches before the regular season opens. |
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| Mar 8 2024 | Kelly struck out three over two hitless and scoreless innings in Friday's start against the Cubs. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly made his Cactus League debut Friday and retired all six batters faced. He's coming off a career-high 201.1 innings in 2023, including the postseason, so the Diamondbacks held him back for a bit this spring. The right-hander will get at least another three preseason outings, before he's expected to start the second game of the regular season, Mar. 29, at home against Colorado. |
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| Feb 21 2024 | Kelly is expected to make his spring debut March 8 against the Cubs, Jack Magruder of MLB.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly is set to open the regular season as the No. 2 starter behind Zac Gallen. Including the 2023 postseason, Kelly threw 201.2 innings, marking the second straight year the right-hander crossed the 200-inning threshold. As such, manager Torey Lovullo plans a measured buildup during the Cactus League season. "[We're] really trying to limit the overall innings. We're not trying to empty the tank so quickly," the manager said. Kelly was 12-8 with a 3.29 ERA and 1.19 WHIP over 30 regular season starts last year. |
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| Oct 26 2023 | Kelly will start Game 2 of the World Series on Saturday against the Rangers, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Zac Gallen will get the nod for the Diamondbacks in Game 1 on Friday and Brandon Pfaadt is lined up to handle Game 3 on Monday. Kelly recorded a huge win against the Phillies in Game 6 of the NLCS, tallying eight strikeouts across five innings of one-run ball. He carries an overall 2.65 ERA with 19 strikeouts through 17 innings (three starts) this postseason. |
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| Oct 17 2023 | Kelly took the loss in Tuesday's 10-0 defeat to the Phillies in Game 2 of the NLCS, allowing four runs on three hits and three walks. He struck out six. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly stumbled in this outing after coming off a clean start against the Dodgers in the NLDS. His biggest dilemma was limiting the long ball, as he gave up three separate solo home runs, two of which came off the bat of Kyle Schwarber in the third and sixth innings. The right-hander may have been a bit unlucky given he managed to mostly keep the traffic off the basepaths aside from the big mistakes. Kelly has pitched to a 3.00 ERA and 0.92 WHIP with 11 strikeouts across 12 innings this postseason. |
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| Oct 13 2023 | Kelly will start Game 2 of the NLCS on Tuesday against Philadelphia, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was dominant in his postseason debut against the Dodgers, throwing 6.1 scoreless frames while striking out five batters and walking two. He'll follow Game 1 starter Zac Gallen in the D-backs' rotation and look to contain a surging Phillies offense that posted a .938 OPS in the NLDS. |
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| Oct 5 2023 | The Diamondbacks named Kelly as their starter for Game 1 of Arizona's NLDS matchup against the Dodgers on Saturday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly will be fully rested for Saturday after not having to pitch during the D-backs' two-game sweep of the Brewers. Kelly was dominant in his final three starts of the regular season, allowing just four runs over 18.2 innings. However, Kelly gave up seven runs in five innings during his last matchup against the Dodgers on Aug. 29. |
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| Sep 30 2023 | Kelly (12-8) allowed one run on five hits and two walks while striking out five over seven innings to take the loss Saturday versus the Astros. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly pitched well, but the RBI double he surrendered to Jose Abreu in the fourth inning was the lone run for either team. The Diamondbacks had chances with five hits and six walks but couldn't even the score. Kelly concludes the regular season with a 3.29 ERA, 1.19 WHIP and 187:69 K:BB through 177.2 innings over 30 starts. He should be a part of Arizona's wild-card round rotation. |
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| Sep 25 2023 | Kelly allowed two runs on four hits and two walks while striking out five batters over five innings in a no-decision against the Yankees on Monday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly got through three scoreless frames before Austin Wells tagged him for a two-run homer in the fourth. Those were the only runs Kelly surrendered, but he departed after five innings having thrown 96 pitches. The right-hander has tossed at least five frames in 28 straight starts after opening the campaign with a 3.2-inning outing against the Dodgers. Kelly is in line for one more start in the regular season, which is tentatively slated to come in Houston this weekend. It could be a huge game and series with both teams currently looking to get into the postseason. |
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| Sep 20 2023 | Kelly (12-7) picked up the win in Wednesday's 7-1 victory over the Giants, allowing one run on three hits and three walks over 6.2 innings. He struck out five. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A solo homer by LaMonte Wade in the first inning was the only blemish on Kelly's line as he delivered his sixth quality start in 10 outings since the beginning of August. The 34-year-old right-hander has a 3.62 ERA, 1.27 WHIP and 68:24 K:BB through 59.2 innings over that stretch, helping Arizona stay ahead of the pack in the battle for a wild-card spot in the NL. Kelly figures to make what will be his last start of the regular season early next week on the road against the White Sox. |
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| Sep 14 2023 | Kelly (11-7) took the loss Thursday, allowing seven runs on six hits and four walks over five innings against the Mets. He struck out seven. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly set down the first six Mets in short order before walking the bases loaded to start the third and allowing two runs to score in the inning. The 34-year-old hurler surrendered five more runs in the fifth, headlined by Jeff McNeil's two-run homer. Kelly allowed just one run in each of his previous two outings; however, those starts are bookended by a pair of seven-run disasters. In those four starts since Aug. 29, the righty's season-long ERA has gone from an impressive 2.97 to a more pedestrian 3.45. Kelly is currently slated to face the Giants at home next week. |
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| Sep 10 2023 | Kelly did not factor into the decision Saturday, allowing one run on four hits and five walks over 5.2 innings against the Cubs while striking out six. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly managed to hold the Cubs to one run over his 5.2 innings of work despite matching his season high with five walks on the day. He's now allowed just one run through each of his first two starts this month after surrendering a season-high seven runs in his final August start. The right-hander also has not given up a home run in four consecutive outings, though he's now issued at least three walks in three of his last five. |
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| Sep 4 2023 | Kelly (11-6) allowed one run on four hits and a walk over seven innings Monday, striking out 12 and earning a win over the Rockies. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was electric yet again and produced double-digit strikeouts for the third time in his last five outings. He rebounded nicely after being tagged for seven runs by the Dodgers in his last start. Despite that hiccup, he now owns a 3.21 ERA with a strong 61:16 K:BB over his last nine starts. The only downside is that Kelly once again left the start earlier than expected due to cramping. He'll carry a 3.22 ERA into his next start, which is currently projected to be against the Cubs in Chicago. |
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| Aug 29 2023 | Kelly (10-6) allowed seven runs on 12 hits and three walks while striking out one over five innings, taking the loss Tuesday versus the Dodgers. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly exited his previous start with a hamstring cramp but suffered no further restrictions. His exit Tuesday appears to be solely based on poor performance, though he was able to complete five frames for the 23rd start in a row, the lone exception in 2023 being his season debut. The right-hander is now at a 3.31 ERA, 1.20 WHIP and 147:52 K:BB through 141.1 innings this season. He's projected for a more favorable home start versus the Rockies early next week. |
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| Aug 28 2023 | Kelly (hamstring) is listed as the Diamondbacks' probable starting pitcher for Tuesday's game against the Dodgers in Los Angeles. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly will be able to return to the hill on his normal four days rest despite exiting his most recent start Thursday versus the Reds due to a right hamstring cramp. The hamstring issue didn't prevent Kelly from turning in his best start of the season, as he held the Reds scoreless over seven frames while permitting just one hit and tying his career high with 12 strikeouts. Kelly has been stellar all season but especially so in August; through five starts this month, the right-hander has accrued a 2.08 ERA and 1.02 WHIP while striking out 37 over 30.1 innings. |
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| Aug 24 2023 | Kelly exited Thursday's game against the Reds due to a cramp in his right hamstring, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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. |
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| Aug 20 2023 | 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 three. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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. |
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| Aug 14 2023 | 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. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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. |
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| Aug 9 2023 | Kelly was taken out of Wednesday's game against the Dodgers due to a right leg cramp. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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. |
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| Aug 5 2023 | 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. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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. |
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| Jul 30 2023 | 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. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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. |
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| Jul 25 2023 | 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. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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. |
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| Jul 19 2023 | Kelly (calf) will throw a second rehab start Thursday in the rookie-level Arizona Complex League, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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. |
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| Jul 14 2023 | Kelly (calf) will throw a 75-pitch simulated game Saturday, Jody Jackson of Bally Sports Arizona reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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. |
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| Jul 7 2023 | Kelly (calf) threw a 45-pitch bullpen session Thursday in which he simulated three innings of work, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Arizona manager Torey Lovullo was encouraged by the session, telling reporters Kelly "feels great" and is "in a really good spot." The right-hander 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 his return, Kelly's stint on the injury list expires during the All-Star break. The earliest he could return is July 14, but Lovullo suggested holding Kelly back until a series in Atlanta that begins July 18, as 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. |
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| Jul 5 2023 | 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. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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. |
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| Jul 2 2023 | Kelly (calf) threw a 31-pitch bullpen session Saturday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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. |
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| Jun 30 2023 | Kelly (calf) played catch out to 90 feet Wednesday, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly, who was diagnosed with a blood clot in his right calf, said Thursday the swelling had subsided "a little bit" and that he 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. |
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| Jun 27 2023 | Kelly has a blood clot in his right calf and is without an official timeline, Theo Mackie of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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. |
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| Jun 25 2023 | 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. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: 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 that led to two runs 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 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. |
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| Jun 19 2023 | Kelly (9-3) earned the win over Milwaukee on Monday, allowing one run on three hits and one walk while striking out seven batters over seven innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: In another excellent outing, Kelly notched his fifth straight quality start and gave up just three hits for the second straight appearance. The right-hander has rattled off eight victories since his last loss and is tied for second in the majors with nine victories on the campaign. Kelly has also upped his strikeout rate considerably this season, tallying 96 punchouts over 90 frames. Coming into 2023, he had never averaged more than a strikeout per inning. |
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| Jun 15 2023 | Kelly didn't factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing three runs on three hits and four walks over six innings in a 4-3 extra-inning loss to Philadelphia. He struck out seven. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly recorded his eighth quality start over his past nine appearances. During that span, he's posted a 2.86 ERA, 1.01 WHIP and a 64:17 K:BB across 56.2 innings. Given his strikeout prowess (9.7 K/9) and efficiency (83 innings across 14 starts), Kelly has emerged as one of the elite fantasy options this season. He'll look to stay sharp during his next start, which is tentatively scheduled as part of a three-game set versus Milwaukee. |
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| Jun 10 2023 | Kelly (8-3) earned the win Friday, allowing three runs on seven hits and two walks over 6.1 innings in a 11-6 victory over the Tigers. He struck out five. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly has recorded a quality start in seven of his last eight appearances. During that stretch, he's secured seven wins while posting a 2.66 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 57:13 K:BB across 50.2 innings. The right-hander will look to stay sharp in his next start, which is tentatively scheduled to come during a four-game set versus Philadelphia. |
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| Jun 8 2023 | Kelly and the Diamondbacks won't face the Nationals on Thursday after the game was postponed due to hazardous air conditions in Washington, Jesse Dougherty of The Washington Post reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As a result of the postponement, the Diamondbacks will likely move Kelly back a day in the schedule and have him pitch Friday's series opener in Detroit. The veteran right-hander has been fantastic this season, posting a 2.80 ERA across his first 12 outings. |
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| Jun 2 2023 | Kelly (7-3) allowed two runs on five hits and three walks while striking out eight over seven innings to earn the win Friday over Atlanta. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A pair of Eddie Rosario solo home runs accounted for the damage on Kelly's line. This was the 34-year-old's fourth straight win and his sixth victory in his last seven outings. He's posted five quality starts over that longer span. For the season, Kelly has a strong 2.80 ERA with a 1.08 WHIP and 77:28 K:BB through 70.2 innings through 12 starts. Containing Atlanta's offense is impressive on its own, and Kelly will look to keep rolling next week in a favorable road start against the Nationals. |
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| May 28 2023 | Kelly (6-3) allowed one run on four hits and two walks over 6.1 frames Sunday, striking out 10 and earning a win over the Red Sox. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was dominant Sunday, cruising through six shutout frames to begin the contest. He left two runners on base in the seventh and was charged with a run when one came around to score. The 34-year-old righty has won five straight decisions dating back to April 28; during that stretch, he's posted an impressive 44:8 K:BB and 2.41 ERA through 37.1 innings. Kelly will carry a 2.83 ERA into his next start, which is currently lined up to be at home against Atlanta. |
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| May 21 2023 | Kelly (5-3) earned the win Sunday, allowing three runs on three hits and two walks over five innings against the Pirates. He struck out four. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It wasn't Kelly's most efficient outing, but he did enough to earn the win -- his fourth in his last five starts. The 34-year-old right-hander has a solid 2.98 ERA. 1.08 WHIP and 59:23 K:BB through 10 starts (57.1 innings) this season. Kelly will look to keep his winning streak going in his next start, tentatively scheduled for next week against the Red Sox. |
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| May 15 2023 | Kelly (4-3) allowed two runs (one earned) on four hits and a walk over seven-plus innings Monday, striking out nine and earning a win over Oakland. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly cruised through seven innings, allowing just one unearned run with nine punchouts. He then allowed a leadoff homer to Jace Peterson before putting two more runners on base without recording an out in the eighth. Miguel Castro cleaned up the mess to limit the damage. Kelly has posted a strong 30:4 K:BB over his last four starts, giving him a 55:21 mark for the year. He'll carry a 2.92 ERA into his next outing, which is currently projected to be in Pittsburgh this weekend. |
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| May 11 2023 | Kelly didn't factor into the decision in Wednesday's 5-4 loss to the Marlins, giving up four runs on four hits and a walk over six innings. He struck out six. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander tossed 61 of 97 pitches for strikes as he gave Arizona at least six innings for the fifth time in his last six starts, but Kelly exited with the game tied 4-4, giving him no shot at his fourth win. He'll take a 3.18 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 46:20 K:BB through 45.1 innings into his next outing, likely to come early next week in Oakland. |
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| May 6 2023 | Kelly (3-3) earned the win Friday, allowing one run on four hits and one walk over seven innings against the Nationals. He struck out 10. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly has now allowed just one run in three of his last four starts. The right-hander had his best start of the year Friday, setting season highs in innings and strikeouts. The 34-year-old veteran is tentatively slated to face the Marlins at home in his next start. |
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| Apr 29 2023 | Kelly (2-3) earned the win Friday, allowing one run on six hits and one walk over six innings against Colorado. He struck out five. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly has been consistently pitching deep into games, tossing six innings in three of his last four starts. The right-hander's losing record is deceiving, as his only shaky appearance was on April 22nd against San Diego (four runs allowed over five innings). The reliable veteran is tentatively slated to face the last-place Nationals at home in his next start. |
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| Apr 1 2023 | Kelly didn't factor into the decision in Friday's 2-1 win over the Dodgers, allowing three hits and four walks over 3.2 scoreless innings while striking out four. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander lasted only 74 pitches in his first start of the season, tossing 42 of them for strikes with 12 swinging strikes, but rookie Drey Jameson took the baton in relief of Kelly and supplied four strong innings of his own to record the win. Considering Kelly threw over 200 innings last year for the first time, managing his workload early in 2023 is justified. The 34-year-old should be ready for a higher pitch count in his next outing, which is likely to be a rematch with Los Angeles next week at Chase Field. |
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| Mar 13 2023 | Kelly will start Wednesday against Colombia for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, Bob Nightengale of USA Today reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was originally reported Mikolas would start Wednesday's game, but instead it will be the Kelly on the bump in a must-win game for the United States. Nightengale suggests Mikolas now could be a bullpen option against Canada on Tuesday. |
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| Mar 5 2023 | Kelly is experimenting with a slider this spring, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly used the new pitch six times. Arizona manager Torey Lovullo believes Kelly's existing repertoire works but thinks the slider could be another option to get early-count outs or swing-and-miss strikes against right-handed hitters. "I think good pitchers and good players are always making adjustments. It was definitely something he brought into camp. He embraced it. We're going to watch him continue to work on it," the manager said. Kelly's existing arsenal consists of four-seam and two-seam fastballs, a curveball, a changeup and a cutter. |
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| Mar 3 2023 | Kelly allowed one run on two hits and two walks while striking out two over 2.1 innings in Friday's spring start against the Mariners. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly made his Cactus League debut and only start before heading off to the World Baseball Classic. He was scheduled to throw three innings or 45 pitches but was pulled after 34 pitches and 1.1 innings. This being spring training, though, he was allowed to come back in the third inning and retired Seattle's 2-3-4 hitters on 11 pitches. Kelly's coming off his best MLB season in 2022 when he limited walks and long balls, but at age 34, he's due for age-related decline in 2023. |
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| Oct 6 2022 | Kelly did not factor into the decision Wednesday, allowing one run on four hits and two walks over six innings in a 4-2 victory over the Brewers. He struck out seven. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly allowed only one extra-base hit in the form of a double from Victor Caratini and allowed his only run on an RBI groundout to tie the game in the fifth inning. The righty had struggled in the seven starts prior to this one, posting a 5.32 ERA over 44 innings. Still, it was a strong season for the 33-year-old, who finished with a 3.37 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 177:61 K:BB across 200.1 innings. |
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| Sep 30 2022 | Kelly (13-8) allowed eight runs on nine hits and two walks while striking out two over 4.2 innings, taking the loss Friday versus the Giants. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Evan Longoria took Kelly deep twice and Mike Yastrzemski added a home run and an RBI double, accounting for seven of the eight runs Kelly yielded. The eight runs allowed matched Kelly's season high from May 17 versus the Dodgers. Outings like this have been rare for the right-hander, who still has a 3.43 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 170:59 K:BB through 194.1 innings across 32 starts. He's projected for one more start in 2022, which would be in Milwaukee next week. |
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| Sep 25 2022 | Kelly is expected to get two more starts over the final nine games of the season, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly fired seven innings Saturday, boosting his count to 189.2 for the season. He has a personal goal of reaching 200 innings, which was in jeopardy when manager Torey Lovullo went to a six-man rotation in September. However, following the game, Lovullo all but assured reporters that Kelly would get that chance. That suggests Kelly's schedule will be Friday at San Francisco followed by the season finale at Milwaukee on Oct. 5. |
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| Sep 20 2022 | Kelly (12-7) took the loss against the Dodgers on Monday, allowing five runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out seven batters over six innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly managed to finish six frames for the sixth time in his past seven starts but couldn't end his woes against Los Angeles. The right-hander gave up a solo homer to Joey Gallo in the second inning and a three-run shot to Chris Taylor in the fourth to account for most of the damage against him. Kelly has a solid 3.15 ERA on the season, but against the Dodgers he's 0-5 with a 9.00 ERA over 22 innings across five starts. |
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| Sep 13 2022 | Kelly (12-6) took the loss during Tuesday's 4-0 defeat at the hands of the Dodgers, allowing three runs on five hits and five walks with eight strikeouts in five scoreless innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly struggled with his control Thursday, firing only 50 of 96 pitches for strikes but was still able to induce a healthy nine swinging strikes en route to tying a season-best eight strikeouts. The 33-year-old also issued a season-high five walks, however, none came around to score as all three runs were the result of Joey Gallo and Freddie Freeman long balls. That's now consecutive subpar outings for Kelly, who's surrendered seven runs across 12 innings in his last two turns. He'll look to get back on track in his next start, tentatively lined up for Sunday against San Diego. |
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| Sep 6 2022 | Kelly took a no-decision Tuesday, allowing four runs on three hits and a walk with five strikeouts over seven innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was perfect through four innings, but the Padres tagged him for two home runs in the fifth. He gave up another solo shot in the seventh, but it wasn't until Ian Kennedy blew the save in the ninth that Kelly was out of contention for the win. The right-handed starter had allowed just 10 homers through his first 27 starts this year, so this was an unusual struggle with the long ball. He still has a steady 2.94 ERA, 1.08 WHIP and 147:49 K:BB through 171.2 innings. Kelly is expected to make his next start at home versus the Dodgers next week. |
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| Sep 2 2022 | Kelly (12-5) earned the win over Milwaukee on Thursday, pitching seven scoreless innings during which he allowed four hits and no walks while striking out seven batters. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly received some early run support and capitalized with a dominant start. He didn't allow any extra-base hits and racked up 14 swinging strikes among his 91 pitches. Kelly extended his streak of appearances without a loss to 12, dating back to the start of July. Over that stretch, he's posted a 2.01 ERA, 0.90 WHIP and 71:18 K:BB over 80.2 innings while picking up six wins. Though the Diamondbacks are likely out of playoff contention, this season has at least seen the emergence of two potential rotation anchors in Kelly and Zac Gallen. |
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| Aug 28 2022 | Kelly (11-5) earned the win against the White Sox on Saturday, allowing four runs on five hits while striking out seven and walking one over 7.1 innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly picked up the win despite allowing four runs to cross the plate. He threw 68 of 99 pitches for strikes in the contest. The White Sox got to him early with a three-run homer in the first inning, but they did not score again until Romy Gonzalez's RBI double in the eighth. The righty is having a career year, pitching to the tune of a 2.97 ERA with 135 strikeouts in 157 innings. |
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| Aug 21 2022 | Kelly allowed three runs on seven hits and three walks with six strikeouts across six innings in a no-decision versus the Cardinals on Sunday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly allowed three runs in the first inning but settled in after that and left with a one-run lead. The Diamondbacks' bullpen couldn't make it stick, sending the right-hander to his fifth straight no-decision. In that span, he's logged four quality starts, permitting just five runs with a 32:11 K:BB across 32 innings. The 33-year-old has a 2.87 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 128:47 K:BB through 150.1 innings across 25 starts overall. Kelly will look to get back in the win column next weekend in a road start versus the White Sox. |
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| Aug 16 2022 | Kelly registered a no-decision during Tuesday's 2-1 loss to San Francisco, allowing four hits and two walks with seven strikeouts in seven scoreless innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly outdueled San Francisco starter Jakob Junis through seven innings, but Arizona closer Ian Kennedy served up a Brandon Crawford walkoff homer to erase a potential win. Despite surrendering just five runs in 26 innings across his last four starts, the 33-year-old has failed to earn a win. Additionally, Kelly has struck out 26 batters during the stretch for an improved 9.0 K/9 compared to a 7.6 mark on the season. The righty carries a 2.81 ERA and 1.12 WHIP into his next start, scheduled to come at home against St. Louis on Sunday. |
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| Aug 12 2022 | Kelly completed five innings against Pittsburgh on Thursday, allowing three runs on four hits and three walks while striking out six batters. He did not factor in the decision. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This appeared to be a great opportunity for Kelly to extend his streak of seven consecutive quality starts, but he needed 99 pitches to get through five innings and wasn't allowed to go out for the sixth. The right-hander gave up three runs in the fourth frame and departed in line for the loss before a big Arizona seventh inning took him off the hook. Kelly hasn't taken a loss since late June, and he's posted a 1.86 ERA, 0.88 WHIP and 44:12 K:BB over 53.1 innings across his past eight starts. |
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| Aug 6 2022 | Kelly registered a no-decision during Saturday's 3-2 loss to Colorado, allowing two runs on seven hits and one walk with five strikeouts in seven-plus innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly fired six scoreless frames before surrendering a run on two hits in the seventh. He also allowed a solo home run and a single in the eighth before being pulled. The 33-year-old fired an impressive 70 of 93 pitches for strikes with 11 whiffs and has now permitted two runs or fewer in seven straight starts while completing at least six innings in each outing. Kelly's 2.86 ERA ranks 13th in MLB while his 1.13 WHIP is 25th, and he lines up for an enticing outing against Pittsburgh next week. |
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| Jul 31 2022 | Kelly struck out eight in seven shutout innings while allowing three hits and two walks in a 1-0 loss Sunday in Atlanta. He did not factor into the decision. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly efficiently mowed through the Atlanta lineup, needing just 91 pitches to complete the seven frames. Only once did Atlanta threaten to score, when they had two on and one out in the second, but Kelly quickly got out of it with a groundball double-play. The 33-year-old was masterful in July, going 4-0 with a 1.31 ERA, 0.77 WHIP and 33:8 K:BB in 41.1 innings across six starts. He allowed two runs or fewer and tossed at least six innings in each July outing. His next start will likely be next weekend against Colorado. |
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| Jul 25 2022 | Kelly (10-5) earned the win Monday over the Giants. He allowed only three hits while striking out seven over eight scoreless innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly kept runs off the board for the first time since June 8 and the fifth time in his 20 starts. This was arguably his best outing of the season, as he racked up 10 whiffs and threw 61 of 99 pitches for strikes. The right-hander has won three straight starts and has turned in quality starts in all five of his appearances in July. He owns a 3.04 ERA, 1.15 WHIP and 96:36 K:BB across 118.1 innings this year. He's lined up for a road start in Atlanta this weekend. |
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| Jul 17 2022 | Kelly (9-5) earned the wind during Sunday's 3-1 victory over San Diego, allowing one run on six hits with five strikeouts in six plus innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly shut down San Diego's offense through six frames, surrendering his lone run on a Luke Voit solo shot to lead off the seventh that prompted his removal. The 33-year-old has now submitted four straight quality starts, during which he's pitched to a 2.05 ERA across 26.1 innings. Kelly concludes the first half with a 3.26 ERA and 1.21 WHIP with 89 strikeouts in 110.1 innings across 19 starts. |
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| Jul 11 2022 | Kelly (8-5) allowed two runs on five hits and two walks with four strikeouts in seven-plus innings to earn the win Monday over the Giants. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly limited his opponent to exactly two runs for the third straight start. He gave up a run on a fielder's choice in the fourth inning and walked LaMonte Wade in the eighth before he exited. Joe Mantiply struggled in relief, allowing the inherited runner to score to tack another run on Kelly's line. This was Kelly's ninth quality start in 18 outings this year. He's maintained a solid 3.36 ERA, 1.22 WHIP and 84:36 K:BB through 104.1 innings overall. The right-hander is projected for one more start in the first half, which is expected to be a road game versus the Padres this weekend. |
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| Jul 7 2022 | Kelly pitched 6.1 innings against San Francisco on Wednesday, allowing two runs on two hits and three walks while striking out six batters. He did not factor in the decision. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly held Arizona scoreless for four frames before giving up a pair of fifth-inning runs. He was able to pitch into the seventh inning and left the contest in line for the win, but the Giants stormed back after his departure to take the victory. Kelly racked up 15 swinging strikes in another effective performance that accounted for his third quality start over his past four outings. He leads the Diamondbacks with seven wins while posting a 3.42 ERA, 1.23 WHIP and 80:34 K:BB over 97.1 innings on the season. |
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| Jul 1 2022 | Kelly (7-5) allowed two runs (one earned) on five hits and a walk with three strikeouts in seven innings, earning the win Friday versus the Rockies. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly has alternated between good and bad starts over his last five games, with Friday being one of the better performances. He gave up a run on a double play in the fifth inning and a Ryan McMahon solo home run in the seventh, which was just the sixth homer Kelly's given up all year. The right-hander has a 3.46 ERA, 1.26 WHIP and 74:31 K:BB in 91 innings across 16 starts. He's projected for a home start against the Giants next week. |
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| Jun 24 2022 | Kelly (6-5) took the loss during Friday's 5-1 defeat at the hands of the Tigers, allowing four runs on seven hits and one walk with five strikeouts in six innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly pitched well aside from the third inning, when he put the first three batters on followed by a Javier Baez grand slam to fall in line for the loss. The 33-year-old fired 68 of 99 pitches for strikes and has now walked no more than two batters in 11 of 15 turns. Kelly currently sports a 3.64 ERA and 1.30 WHIP and is in line sup to start again next week in Colorado. |
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| Jun 19 2022 | Kelly (6-4) earned the win Sunday over the Twins. He allowed one run on five hits and no walks with five strikeouts in seven innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly got into trouble in the first inning, giving up a run when Carlos Correa grounded into a double play. That ended up being the only damage on Kelly's line, as he settled in after that and completed seven innings for the third time in 14 starts. The strong outing trimmed his ERA to 3.46 with a 1.29 WHIP and 66:29 K:BB across 78 innings overall. The right-hander is projected for a favorable home start versus the Tigers next weekend. |
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| Jun 13 2022 | Kelly (5-4) took the loss against Cincinnati on Monday, pitching six innings and allowing five runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out seven. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: There were some positives to Kelly's performance -- he racked up 14 swinging strikes, struck out seven and completed six innings for the second straight game -- but he was unable to take advantage of an early 4-1 lead. After holding the Reds to one run through four frames, the right-hander gave up three runs in the fifth and another in the sixth to fall behind. Overall, Kelly yielded more than three runs for the first time in five starts and for just the second time through 13 outings this season. His 3.68 ERA is respectable, though it comes with a less-promising 1.35 WHIP. |
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| Jun 9 2022 | Kelly (5-3) earned the win Wednesday, allowing zero runs on one hit and three walks over six innings against the Reds. He struck out five. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly never allowed more than one baserunner in an inning en route to his fifth win. Wednesday's performance marked the right-hander's fourth straight quality start and his fourth scoreless appearance of the campaign. Across 12 starts and 65 innings, he sports a 3.32 ERA and 54:27 K:BB. Kelly's next start is tentatively scheduled for a rematch with the Reds in Arizona on Monday. |
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| Jun 8 2022 | Kelly believes he's figured out an issue with his mechanics ahead of Wednesday's start against the Reds, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly has allowed 16 earned runs in 17 innings over his last four starts, including an outing at Dodger Stadium in which he allowed eight runs in two innings. He pitched brilliantly prior to that stretch, posting a 1.71 ERA over 42 innings and seven starts. "I think more than anything it's a feel thing," Kelly said. "My timing has been a little bit off as far as mechanics. But the last week, with my bullpen (Monday), has been a lot better. It's been a lot easier to command stuff. It's been going where I want it to." A common thread in the four recent outings has been walks -- he's issued 13 free passes in those 17 innings. When the right-hander was cruising, 68 percent of his pitches were strikes compared to 60 percent during the recent four-game run. Kelly enters Wednesday's game confident he'll get back to attacking hitters as he had earlier in the season. |
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| May 29 2022 | Kelly (3-3) was tagged with the loss against the Dodgers on Saturday, allowing three runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out five over five innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly gave up a leadoff homer to Mookie Betts in the first inning but bounced back by keeping the Dodgers from scoring again until the fifth, when Los Angeles tagged him for a pair of runs. That was enough to send Kelly to the loss, as Arizona managed only two second-inning runs in the contest. The right-hander has given up three or fewer runs in nine of 10 outings this season, but an eight-run blowup against the Dodgers on May 17 has his ERA at 3.67 on the campaign. He's expected to make his next start in Pittsburgh on Friday. |
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| May 22 2022 | Kelly registered a no-decision during Sunday's 5-4 loss to the Cubs, allowing three runs on five hits and three walks with two strikeouts in five innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly pitched well Sunday aside from the second inning, when a P.J. Higgins triple cleared the bases with two out. The 33-year-old has come back to earth during his last three turns with a 10.50 ERA across 12 innings after posting a dazzling 1.22 mark during his first six starts. Kelly will take a 3.49 ERA and 1.31 WHIP into a start scheduled to come next weekend against the Dodgers. |
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| May 21 2022 | Diamondbacks pitching coach Brent Strom believes the team "identified a few things" that Kelly might have done to tip his pitches during his most recent start against the Dodgers, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly's results against the Dodgers came out of nowhere. He sailed through his first seven starts, posting a 1.71 ERA over 42 innings, before Los Angeles touched him for eight runs in two innings Tuesday. Strom credited the club's analytics department for helping catch what Kelly was doing, which the right-hander addressed during his between-starts session Friday. Kelly is next scheduled to pitch Sunday against the Cubs. |
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| May 18 2022 | Kelly (3-2) took the loss Tuesday against the Dodgers, allowing eight runs on five hits and four walks while striking out two in two innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was ineffective from the start, as the first three batters reached safely, plating two runs. The second inning then saw six runs cross the plate, three on Edwin Rios' home run. In all, nine of the 14 batters he faced reached safely. After not allowing a home run in his first six starts, Kelly has given up a homer in consecutive starts. Despite the poor outing Tuesday, he's still sporting a 3.27 ERA across 44 innings. |
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| May 11 2022 | Kelly pitched five innings, surrendering three runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out two in the loss to the Marlins on Wednesday. He did not factor into the decision. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly gave up a two-run homer to Joey Wendle in the first inning and then an RBI single to Jacob Stallings the next frame. The outing was his shortest since his first start of the year April 8 and the two punchouts were his least of the season. After posting four straight quality starts, a stretch where he produced a 1.63 ERA and 0.98 WHIP with 21 strikeouts over 27.2 innings, the streak was snapped Wednesday. Kelly now stands at a 1.71 ERA and 1.12 WHIP with 38 punchouts through six starts in 2022. |
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| May 6 2022 | Kelly (3-1) earned the win during Friday's 4-1 victory over Colorado, allowing one run on seven hits and two walks with eight strikeouts in 8.2 innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly gave up his lone run in the first inning then shut down Colorado's offense for the rest of the game en route to his third win. He fell in line for the victory after Arizona scored three runs in the eighth but couldn't quite hold on for the complete game, permitting a pair of two-out singles before being removed. The 33-year-old has been a revelation this season, firing four straight quality starts while allowing five runs in 27.2 innings during the stretch. He'll face a real test against the Dodgers next week. |
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| Apr 30 2022 | Kelly improved to 2-1 on the season Saturday against St. Louis, striking out four while allowing just two hits and no walks across seven shutout innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's been a remarkable start to the season for the 33-year-old righty, who now owns a 1.27 ERA and 1.02 WHIP through five starts. He's still not getting all that many strikeouts, as his strikeout rate dropped to 22.8 percent following Saturday's start, but he's been very effective at keeping runners off the basepaths. The only times a Cardinal reached second base against him in this outing were on a pair of steals and an error. He'll look to keep the hot start going next week, when he lines up to face the Rockies at home on Friday. |
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| Apr 26 2022 | Kelly (1-1) was charged with the loss against the Dodgers on Monday, allowing three runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out four over six innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander held the Dodgers' potent offense mostly at bay to notch his second straight quality start, but he was outdueled by Walker Buehler -- who threw his first career shutout -- and Kelly was saddled with his first loss. Kelly wasn't as sharp as in his previous start, when he allowed just one run over six frames, but he impressively recovered from a rough first inning during which the Dodgers produced two runs. Kelly still has a standout 1.69 ERA on this season, and he'll likely make his next start in St. Louis this weekend. |
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| Apr 21 2022 | Kelly (1-0) picked up the win in Wednesday's 11-2 rout of the Nationals, allowing one run on six hits and a walk over six innings. He struck out five. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander saw his scoreless streak to begin the season end at 15 innings, but he still put together another excellent outing in his first quality start of the season, and this time he actually got some run support. Kelly sports a 0.59 ERA, 1.17 WHIP and 18:5 K:BB through 15.1 innings, and while some regression is clearly due, even his current 1.70 FIP is outstanding. |
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| Apr 13 2022 | Kelly struck out six in 5.1 scoreless innings, allowing three hits and two walks in a 3-2 win Wednesday over Houston. He did not factor into the decision. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly has not allowed a run in either of his two starts, striking out 13 in 9.1 innings. Not known as a strikeout pitcher, the 33-year-old also struck out 13 batters in seven scoreless innings of work in the spring. Time will tell if Kelly's recent increase in velocity is here to stay and will continue to result in more strikeouts. His next start is likely early next week in Washington. |
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| Apr 11 2022 | Kelly is listed as the probable starter for Wednesday's game against the Astros. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly initially lined up to start Friday's series opener against the Mets, but he'll be moved up to start at home Wednesday since Zac Gallen (undisclosed) is no longer scheduled to pitch Tuesday. Kelly had an uptick in his fastball velocity in his season debut against the Padres on Friday, and he allowed four hits and two walks while striking out seven in four innings. |
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| Apr 8 2022 | Kelly took the no-decision in Friday's 3-0 loss to San Diego, allowing no runs on four hits and two walks with seven strikeouts across four innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly quieted a potent San Diego offense and was able to keep Arizona competitive until the bullpen caved. Manager Torey Lovullo only let Kelly get through the lineup twice which would be an unfortunate trend if it were to continue. The 33-year-old lines up to face the Mets for his next start on Friday. |
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| Apr 3 2022 | Kelly allowed one run (none earned) on one hit and struck out five over four innings in Saturday's spring training start against the White Sox. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly, the recipient of a contract extension earlier this week, fulfilled the organization's faith with a strong final Cactus League outing. He threw 62 pitches and was slated for a pitch count in the 70s, but the right-hander was removed because Arizona's offense had a long bottom of the fourth inning, according to Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic. |
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| Mar 24 2022 | Kelly did not allow a hit and struck out eight over three scoreless innings in Wednesday's spring training game against the Giants. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly mowed down mostly regulars in the San Francisco lineup, allowing one batter to make contact in fair territory. The right-hander was Arizona's most consistent starter in 2021 -- only a bout with COVID-19 interrupted his season. Kelly's velocity was up a tick as well, touching 94 and 95 mph. More than the results and velocity, Kelly was most pleased with his changeup, a pitch he worked on during the offseason, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. "Mechanical tweaks, grips, just trying not to do too much with it. Just focus on throwing it and not trying to manipulate it," Kelly said. "I think I got a little too focused on trying to be too fine with it just because it wasn't doing what I thought it should do." Kelly started 27 games and went 7-11 with a 4.44 earned run average in 2021. Those aren't the best numbers he's had during his career, but the Diamondbacks did have the worst record in the majors last year, finishing 52-110. |
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| Nov 3 2021 | The Diamondbacks exercised Kelly's $5.25 million club option for 2022, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was limited to five games during the shortened 2020 campaign, but he made 27 starts in 2021 and posted a 4.44 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 130:41 K:BB across 158 innings. The 33-year-old should enter spring training with a secure spot in Arizona's 2022 starting rotation. |
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| Sep 30 2021 | Kelly hurled five scoreless innings against San Francisco on Wednesday, allowing three hits and four walks while striking out four. He did not factor in the decision. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly struggled with efficiency in the contest, needing 96 pitches to get through five frames and issuing his most free passes since he walked five batters May 8. However, the right-hander didn't allow any extra-base hits and managed to keep the Giants off the scoreboard. Overall, it was a positive final start for Kelly, who entered the contest having yielded 15 earned runs over his previous 15.2 innings. In the likely case that he doesn't pitch again this season, Kelly will finish the campaign with a 4.44 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 130:41 K:BB across 158 innings. |
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| Sep 23 2021 | Kelly (7-11) allowed six runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out seven over six innings as he took the loss against Atlanta on Wednesday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Atlanta got to Kelly right away in the first inning with three runs on three hits and a walk. Three more runs would be scored against him along the way after Austin Riley launched a solo home run in the third and Ozzie Albies added a two-run shot in the fifth. Kelly hung around to throw 90 pitches over six frames despite being knocked around pretty well. The right-hander has struggled mightily lately, allowing 15 runs over his last three starts. For the year, Kelly has a 4.59 ERA, 1.29 WHIP and 126:37 K:BB over 153 innings. He lines up for a meeting with the Giants in San Francisco next week. |
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| Sep 15 2021 | Kelly (7-10) suffered the loss against the Dodgers on Wednesday, pitching 4.2 innings and allowing four runs on 10 hits and two walks while striking out one. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly missed over a month after testing positive for COVID-19, yet he handled close to a normal workload (82 pitches) against Los Angeles. The right-hander wasn't sharp, however, giving up double-digit hits for the second time this season while fanning only one batter and notching just four swinging strikes. Things could have been worse for Kelly -- the Dodgers had runners on second and third when he departed in the fifth frame, but Sean Poppen managed to secure the final out to prevent either runner from scoring. Kelly should be able to handle a full workload in his next start, which is likely to come at home versus Atlanta early next week. |
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| Sep 14 2021 | Kelly (illness) could be available to start Wednesday against the Dodgers, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly completed a 39-pitch bullpen session> in Los Angeles on Monday, and manager Torey Lovullo acknowledged the right-hander was "entering into that conversation" to start Wednesday night. Kelly, who recently logged four innings and 66 pitches in an Arizona Complex League game, could approach 80-90 pitches if reinstated Wednesday. |
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| Sep 12 2021 | Kelly (illness) will throw a bullpen session Monday before the Diamondbacks decide on his next steps, MLB.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander worked his pitch count to 66 in a rehab start last Thursday, which could set him up for a shortened start in the majors as soon as Wednesday if Monday's bullpen session goes according to plan. Kelly has been on the COVID-19 injured list since Aug. 14 after testing positive for the virus. |
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| Sep 11 2021 | Kelly (illness) threw four innings and 66 pitches in a rehab start with the Diamondbacks' rookie-level Arizona Complex League affiliate Thursday, MLB.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly has now had three separate outings since coming out of isolation due to COVID-19 protocols. Before Thursday's rehab start, Kelly completed a 23-pitch bullpen session and a 51-pitch start in an intrasquad game. Arizona manager Torey Lovullo hasn't ruled out Kelly's next start coming in the majors; the right-hander would presumably slot into the Diamondbacks' rotation as soon as Tuesday in Los Angeles versus the Dodgers. |
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| Sep 4 2021 | Kelly (illness) threw 51 pitches in an intrasquad game Friday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly is working his way back after testing positive for COVID-19 on Aug. 14. The right-hander's next step will be a start Sept. 8 at Arizona's training complex, putting him in line for a return sometime during the series in Los Angeles against the Dodgers, beginning Sept. 13. |
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| Aug 28 2021 | Kelly (illness) threw a 23-pitch bullpen session Friday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said Kelly felt fine throughout the session, and the right-hander did not have any stamina issues. The plan is to build up his pitch count over the next week through bullpen sessions or simulated games. It's unclear if Kelly will go out on rehab or slip back into the Diamondbacks' rotation. |
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| Aug 25 2021 | Kelly (illness) rejoined the Diamondbacks on Tuesday, but he remains on the COVID-19 injured list and is expected to require a "somewhat lengthy" build-up process, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After testing positive for the coronavirus Aug. 14, Kelly completed a 10-day quarantine and is no longer exhibiting symptoms. However, because of the layoff, Kelly will likely need to complete multiple bullpen sessions and/or simulated games before the Diamondbacks feel comfortable activating him. Unless the Diamondbacks indicate otherwise, don't expect Kelly to rejoin the big-league rotation until next week at the soonest. |
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| Aug 18 2021 | Kelly, who is on the COVID-19 list, is symptomatic, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Arizona manager Torey Lovullo said Kelly is "grinding through some of these tough early days" of the illness. This sets a potential return date in limbo, leaving the projected rotation uncertain. Luke Weaver (shoulder) will be making a minor-league rehab start Friday, so a return to the rotation for Caleb Smith or a fill-in start for Matt Peacock may be the stop-gap measure. |
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| Aug 15 2021 | The Diamondbacks officially placed Kelly on the COVID-19 injured list Sunday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Torey Lovullo disclosed after Saturday's win over the Padres that Kelly had tested positive for the coronavirus, so the right-hander's move to the IL a day later was fully expected. Arizona recalled Sean Poppen from Triple-A Reno to provide a fresh arm out of the bullpen in the short term, but the team has yet to appoint a replacement in the rotation for Kelly, who will likely be sidelined for at least a week and a half while he waits to clear health and safety protocols. |
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| Aug 14 2021 | Kelly tested positive for COVID-19, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Manager Torey Lovullo broke the news after Saturday's game against the Padres in response to a question regarding whether pitching coach Matt Herges was at the game. It seems like Kelly will be sidelined at least until late August. |
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| Aug 12 2021 | Kelly dropped to 7-9 after giving up five runs on 11 hits and one walk while striking out three over five innings Wednesday in the Diamondbacks' 7-2 loss in San Francisco. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 12 baserunners Kelly allowed established a season high and represented a dramatic departure from his previous matchup with this same Giants team at home on Aug. 5, when he tossed eight shutout frames. Even with Wednesday's ugly start included, Kelly has still churned out a pristine 2.95 ERA and 1.08 WHIP while going 5-2 over his last 10 outings. Those strong ratios will continue to make Kelly worth rostering in the majority of formats, though he's less appealing for fantasy managers trying to make up ground in strikeouts. Kelly's 19.8 percent strikeout rate on the season ranks him 35th among the 50 qualified MLB starters. |
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| Aug 5 2021 | Kelly took a no-decision Thursday after tossing eight scoreless innings against the Giants, allowing three hits and two walks with four strikeouts. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was thoroughly in control, going eight innings for the second time in his last four starts, but the Diamondbacks' bullpen coughed up his 4-0 lead in the ninth. The 32-year-old Kelly won't put a big dent in the strikeouts column -- he's averaging 7.54 K/9 -- but he's provided consistent length for the Diamondbacks and fantasy managers by pitching into the sixth inning or deeper in nine consecutive starts. Six of those outings have been quality starts. |
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| Jul 31 2021 | Kelly (7-8) lost Saturday's 8-3 defeat at the hands of the Dodgers, allowing four runs (three earned) on eight hits and two walks with six strikeouts in 6.1 innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly allowed three runs in the second on four hits but settled down after to permit just a single run in the seventh and hold a formidable Dodgers lineup to a respectable four total runs. The loss snapped a five-game winning streak for Kelly and was his first since June 16. The 32-year-old lines up to face San Francisco next week. |
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| Jul 24 2021 | Kelly (7-7) allowed two earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out six across six innings to earn the win Saturday against the Cubs. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly reached a turning point in his outing when he escaped a bases-loaded jam in the third inning having allowed only one earned run. From there, he allowed a lead off home run to Willson Contreras in the fourth frame but then went on to retire nine of the last 10 batters he faced. Kelly has now earned five wins in his last seven starts, and in that span he's maintained a 2.62 ERA across 44.2 innings. |
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| Jul 19 2021 | Kelly (6-7) allowed four earned runs on six hits while striking out six across eight innings, earning the win over the Cubs on Sunday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly pitched into the ninth inning, but he allowed an extra pair of runs without recording an out before being pulled. It was his longest start of the season and it took him only 82 pitches to get into the ninth frame. The 32-year-old has had a strong command of his arsenal lately, walking just three batters in his last 38.2 innings. He's gone 4-0 during that stretch. On the season, he has a 4.46 ERA and a 7.6 K/9 in 117 innings. |
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| Jul 17 2021 | Kelly (leg) is scheduled to start Sunday's game against the Cubs, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly's final start of the first half was cut short when he experienced calf cramping, but the All-Star break afforded him plenty of time to move past the issue. The 32-year-old right-hander finished out the Diamondbacks' pre-break schedule with a 5-7 record, 4.46 ERA and 1.26 WHIP across 19 starts. |
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| Jul 11 2021 | Kelly was removed from his start in Sunday's game against the Dodgers due to right leg cramping. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Unless Kelly undergoes further testing on his leg that reveals something more severe than the cramp, he should be ready to go when the Diamondbacks begin their second-half schedule next weekend against the Cubs. Before exiting Sunday, Kelly worked 5.1 innings and gave up a run on four hits and a walk, and since he left with the Diamondbacks leading 2-1, he should be in line for his sixth win of the season if Arizona is able to maintain its advantage. Kelly heads into the All-Star break with a 4.46 ERA across 19 starts. |
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| Jul 7 2021 | Kelly completed 5.1 innings against Colorado on Tuesday, allowing two runs on six hits and one walk while striking out one. He did not factor in the decision. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander didn't have his best stuff Tuesday -- he induced only six swinging strikes and tied his season low with one strikeout -- but he hung around well enough to be lined up for the win before Arizona's bullpen allowed a seventh-inning run. Kelly was staked to an early three-run lead and blanked Colorado for three frames before the Rockies pushed across a single run in both the fourth and fifth innings. After struggling to a 5.40 ERA through his first 14 starts, Kelly has turned things around of late, allowing no more than three earned runs in any outing since June 21. Over that span, he has registered a 2.13 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 18:2 K:BB across 25.1 innings. Kelly tentatively lines up to start Arizona's final game before the All-Star break, which will come Sunday on the road against the Dodgers. |
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| Jul 1 2021 | Kelly (5-7) won Thursday's 5-3 game against San Francisco, allowing three runs on seven hits with seven strikeouts in seven innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly started July on a high note with seven strong innings against the Giants, with the only damage coming on Mike Yastrzemski and Wilmer Flores home runs. He's assembled a nice three-game run -- all wins -- pitching a total of 20 innings and surrendering only four runs and 18 baserunners with 17 strikeouts. |
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| Jun 26 2021 | Kelly (4-7) won Saturday's 10-1 game against San Diego, throwing six innings and allowing five hits with five strikeouts. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly kept the powerful San Diego lineup at bay all game, only allowing one runner past third and preventing any runs from crossing the plate. He now has consecutive wins of at least six innings pitched with one or zero runs allowed and is showing signs of his dominant 2020 form. |
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| Jun 21 2021 | Kelly (3-7) won Monday's 5-1 game against Milwaukee, allowing one run on five hits and a walk with five strikeouts in seven innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was finally able to get Arizona on track after the team had lost 17 straight games and showed extremely well, recording his first start of more than six innings with one or zero runs allowed in 15 turns. This was Kelly's first win since April and he'll look to keep the momentum going this weekend in San Diego. |
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| Jun 17 2021 | Kelly (2-7) picked up the loss Wednesday, allowing four runs on four hits and three walks while striking out four over three innings against the Giants. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was handed a 2-0 lead in the top of the first inning, then gave it all back and then some in the bottom half of the inning when San Francisco plated four. He needed 47 pitches to get out of the inning and was 85 pitches deep at the time of his removal. Kelly, who hasn't won since Apr. 27, looks to reverse that trend in his next start, which lines up to be Monday at home against the Brewers. |
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| Jun 12 2021 | Kelly was hit by a batted ball Friday night that left a contusion on his left pectoral muscle, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The ball left Shohei Ohtani's bat at 108.7 mph and shook up the pitcher. "I'm not going to lie, I was a little shaken up when I got inside," Kelly said. "It's a pretty helpless feeling seeing the ball coming at me and going that fast and not being able to react to it." The right-hander was thankful the liner didn't cause serious damage and took a few extra beats to regain his composure. It happened with two outs in the fifth inning, and Kelly retired the next batter, which was the final out he recorded on the night. Kelly is expected to make his next start, scheduled for Wednesday at San Francisco. |
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| Jun 11 2021 | Kelly failed to factor into the decision in Friday's 6-5 loss to the Angels, allowing three runs on four hits and two walks with six strikeouts in five innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was solid outside of the third inning, when he allowed all three of his runs and four of six total baserunners. He's been the definition of mediocre this season, permitting two or three runs in eight of 13 starts and averaging under six inning per turn. |
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| Jun 5 2021 | Kelly gave up five runs (four earned) on six hits and a walk with four strikeouts in six innings Saturday versus Milwaukee. He did not factor in the decision. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He gave up three runs in the fourth inning and then a two-run home run in the sixth. Kelly has had a mediocre season with a 5.12 ERA, 1.34 WHIP and 62:19 K:BB across 70.1 innings. His record remains a poor 2-6 heading into his next start, tentatively scheduled for next weekend's series versus the Angels. |
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| Jun 1 2021 | Kelly (2-6) was beaten by the Mets on Monday after allowing five runs on nine hits and two walks while striking out six over 6.2 innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly did his best to keep the Diamondbacks in the game against New York's ace, Jacob deGrom, but Pete Alonso's two-run homer in the seventh inning stretched the Mets' lead to 5-0 and that was that. It was the fourth consecutive loss for Kelly, who has a respectable 4.10 ERA and 1.29 WHIP since his last win April 27. He's expected to make a second start this week Saturday on the road in Milwaukee. |
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| May 27 2021 | Kelly did not factor in the decision against San Francisco on Wednesday, pitching six innings and allowing two runs on five hits and no walks while striking out six. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander was dominant through five innings, allowing only two hits and no runs. However, San Francisco got to him for a pair of runs in the sixth frame, and the Giants added three more in the eighth to deny Kelly a victory. After yielding a combined 15 runs through his first 16 innings of the season, Kelly has turned things around, collecting four quality starts and posting a 3.46 ERA, 1.18 WHIP and 42:12 K:BB across his past seven outings covering 41.2 frames. He's tentatively scheduled to face the Mets at home Monday. |
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| May 20 2021 | Kelly (2-5) lost Thursday's 3-2 match with Los Angeles, pitching seven innings and permitting three runs on six hits with 12 strikeouts. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Not known for his strikeout abilities, Kelly had his stuff working Thursday and was able to retire 12 Dodgers via the K despite averaging less than six per start this season. Alas, his two mistakes did him in: an Albert Pujols second inning two-run homer and a Will Smith solo shot in the seventh. Kelly will look to build on the successful outing as he lines up to face San Francisco next week. |
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| May 19 2021 | Kelly will start Thursday's series finale against the Dodgers, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly tentatively lined up to start Wednesday's contest, but he'll instead receive an extra day of rest and take the mound in the series finale. Matt Peacock will pitch for the Diamondbacks in the penultimate game of the series. |
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| May 13 2021 | Kelly (2-4) lost Thursday's start against Miami, throwing 6.1 innings and allowing three runs on seven hits and two walks with four strikeouts as Arizona fell 5-1. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly only allowed one run through the first five innings but slowed down the third time through the order before being removed in the seventh. Despite a 5.24 ERA< he's allowed three runs or less in each of his last five starts. |
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| May 8 2021 | Kelly (2-3) allowed three runs (two earned) on three hits and five walks while striking out six across 5.2 innings, taking the loss to the Mets on Saturday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: All of the damage against Kelly came in the third inning Saturday, when he started by walking the pitcher, Joey Lucchesi, and then surrendered a two-run home run to Jeff McNeil. Kelly got through the rest of his start unharmed, however he never had a feel for his command, walking a season-high five batters. The 32-year-old has had issues with giving out free bases this season with a 3.29 BB/9. He had just a 1.4 BB/9 last year in the shortened season. |
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| May 7 2021 | Kelly (undisclosed) was activated off the injured list Friday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Diamondbacks didn't give a reason for Kelly's placement on the injured list Tuesday, but the fact that he's back just three days later indicates that it was the COVID-19 injured list and also indicates that he wasn't dealing with the virus himself. He's expected to start a game this weekend against the Mets, though which one he'll start remains to be seen. Wyatt Mathisen was optioned in a corresponding move. |
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| May 5 2021 | Kelly (undisclosed) is expected to start Saturday or Sunday against the Mets, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was placed on the injured list for an unspecified reason Tuesday, but manager Torey Lovullo said that the right-hander is expected to make his next start. In his last three starts, Kelly has posted a 3.24 ERA and 1.26 WHIP in 16.2 innings. |
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| May 4 2021 | Kelly was placed on the injured list Tuesday for unspecified reasons. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Diamondbacks didn't provide an injury designation or specify which injured list he was placed on, so the right-hander's return timeline remains unclear. Kelly could be activated at any point if he landed on the COVID-19 injured list, as long as he's cleared the league's protocols. The 22-year-old's availability for his next turn through the rotation Saturday against the Mets will remain up in the air until his status is updated. |
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| May 2 2021 | Kelly allowed two earned runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out six across 5.2 innings Sunday in the win over the Rockies. He did not factor in the decision. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly's only runs allowed came via a two-run home run by Trevor Story in the third inning. It was enough to take the win away from Kelly, but he still had a solid performance. The 32-year-old has been much better in his last three starts (six runs allowed in 16.2 innings) than his first three starts (15 runs allowed in 16 innings). |
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| Apr 27 2021 | Kelly (2-2) picked up the win against San Diego on Tuesday, hurling six innings and allowing one run on four hits and two walks while striking out five. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly breezed through five innings before being touched up for a pair of hits and a run in the sixth. That was the only score the Padres could muster in the contest, allowing Kelly to emerge with his second win in his past three outings. The quality start was the right-hander's first of the campaign and helped lower his season ERA to 6.33. He'll look to build upon the strong outing when he faces Colorado at home Sunday. |
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| Apr 21 2021 | Kelly allowed three earned runs on five hits and one walk while striking out three across five innings Wednesday against the Reds. He did not factor into the decision. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly began his outing with three scoreless frames, but surrendered all three of his earned runs in his last two innings. Things went particularly poor for him in the fifth, when he allowed a leadoff single followed by a triple and sacrifice fly. Kelly was spared the loss after Arizona made a comeback late in the game, though it still hasn't been an ideal start to the campaign for him. Through 21 innings, Kelly has posted a 7.71 ERA with a 13:5 K:BB. He'll look to get on track in his next turn the rotation, projected to come Tuesday against San Diego. |
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| Apr 15 2021 | Kelly (1-2) allowed six earned runs on nine hits and one walk while striking out two across six innings, earning the win against the Nationals on Thursday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite earning the win, Kelly didn't have his best showing allowing a pair of home runs Thursday. After giving up four runs in the first, Kelly settled in firing four scoreless innings before allowing a run each in the sixth and seventh inning. This was the second start in a row where Kelly couldn't get out of the first inning without allowing at least three runs. However, he received plenty of run support Thursday for the win. Kelly's next start will come against the Reds. |
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| Apr 8 2021 | Kelly (0-2) took the loss against the Rockies on Thursday, surrendering seven runs (six earned) on nine hits and no walks with one strikeout across six innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was ugly from the start as Kelly's first five batters reached with hits to give the Rockies an early 3-0 lead. The 32-year-old eventually settled down a bit, retiring 11 consecutive batters, before unraveling once again in the sixth frame by serving up a three-run homer to Dom Nunez. On the bright side, Kelly did not issue any walks and made it through six innings after lasting only four frames in his first start against the Padres. The right-hander will look to bounce back in a home contest Tuesday against Oakland. |
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| Apr 2 2021 | Kelly (0-1) took the loss against San Diego on Friday, pitching four innings and allowing three runs on five hits and three walks while striking out four. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly piled up 94 pitches (56 strikes) across his four frames and was charged with the loss after leaving with a three-run deficit. He was stung by a two-run home run off the bat of Eric Hosmer in the third inning and allowed eight total baserunners between the second frame and his departure with no outs in the fifth. Kelly will look to bounce back when he faces Colorado on the road Thursday in his next scheduled start. |
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| Mar 24 2021 | Kelly allowed one run on five hits and two walks while striking out three over 4.2 innings in Tuesday's spring game against the Mariners. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly danced around a lot of hard contact as the Mariners hit nine balls at 97 MPH or harder, but he was pleased with his overall stuff, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. "As far as all four pitches go, that was probably the best I've executed them," Kelly said. "That was the best they've felt coming out of my hand." He was removed from the game in fifth inning and re-entered in the sixth, so that Kelly could simulate getting up and down six times without building his pitch count. The 32-year-old right-hander becomes slightly more important to the Diamondbacks after the team announced Zac Gallen will miss time due to a hairline fracture of the forearm. |
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| Mar 19 2021 | Kelly allowed six runs (four earned) on eight hits and one walk while striking out one over four innings in Thursday's spring game against the Dodgers. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly's spring ERA ballooned to 9.00 after his third outing against a lineup that looked like Los Angeles' everyday batting order. Despite the poor Cactus League results, Kelly is in no danger of losing his spot in the rotation. If the rotation schedule holds as it is now, Kelly will take the ball for the second game of the season, April 2. |
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| Mar 8 2021 | Kelly allowed three runs on four hits and one walk while striking out two over three innings in Sunday's spring game against the Cubs. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was tagged for a pair of home runs -- solo shot by Willson Contreras in the first inning and a two-run blast by Anthony Rizzo in the third. The issue wasn't throwing strikes -- 31 of his 44 pitches were in the zone -- but rather where some of those strikes landed. Three of the four hits went for extra bases. "Not the best," Kelly told Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic. "I wasn't as sharp as I'd like to be. I kind of felt like I needed to force the ball to the plate more than usual." The one positive takeaway is the curveball, which produced several swings-and-misses. |
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| Mar 2 2021 | Kelly allowed two runs on one hit and one walk while striking out five over two innings in Monday's spring game against the Brewers. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly pitched in a game for the first time since undergoing surgery to correct thoracic outlet syndrome last September and was curious about his velocity. The right-hander was encouraged by what he saw on the video board, which tracks velocity, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. Kelly, whose fastball averaged 92.1 MPH last season, sat in the low 90s Monday and topped out in the 93-94 range. "From talking to people who have had the procedure I had, some of the feedback from those guys was that it might take a little bit to get back to the velo you were before the surgery," said Kelly. He and manager Torey Lovullo were pleased with the outing. |
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| Mar 1 2021 | Kelly will start Monday's spring game against the Brewers, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly follows Zac Gallen in the spring rotation. The right-hander will be making his first game appearance since being shut down after five starts in 2020 due to thoracic outlet syndrome. He was pitching well at the time, having posted a 2.59 ERA and 0.99 WHIP over 31.1 innings. |
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| Feb 18 2021 | Kelly doesn't face any limitations to begin spring training, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly made five starts for the Diamondbacks in 2020 and posted a 2.59 ERA and 0.99 WHIP over 31.1 innings. However, he was shut down for the final month of the season after he underwent shoulder surgery. His $5.25 million club option was picked up by the Diamondbacks during the offseason, and the right-hander confirmed Thursday that he's fully healthy this spring. If he can continue to perform at a high level, Kelly could reclaim a spot in the starting rotation to begin the regular season. |
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| Nov 1 2020 | Kelly's (shoulder) $5.25 million club option for 2021 was picked up by the Diamondbacks on Sunday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He underwent surgery to treat thoracic outlet syndrome in September, but the club must be pretty optimistic about his status for the 2021 season. The 32-year-old righty logged a 2.59 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 29 strikeouts in 31.1 innings (five starts) this past season. |
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| Sep 17 2020 | Kelly (shoulder) said he should begin throwing in late November or early December, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly underwent surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome last week and is optimistic after talking with medical experts. He also spoke with Orioles right-hander Alex Cobb, who had the same procedure and said he's had no issues since. Kelly expects to be ready by spring training. |
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| Sep 10 2020 | Kelly (shoulder) underwent surgery to treat thoracic outlet syndrome, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The procedure involves the removal of a rib with the goal to relieve pressure on the nerves in the shoulder. Arizona manager Torey Lovullo described the surgery as "perfect," and Kelly is expected to be ready for the 2021 season. |
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| Sep 8 2020 | Kelly (shoulder) will undergo surgery Wednesday to address symptoms for thoracic outlet syndrome, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 31-year-old underwent a procedure in late August to treat a blood clot in his right shoulder, and he'll now undergo surgery to address the nerve issue, which includes the removal of a rib to alleviate pressure in the area. Kelly could start playing catch eight weeks after the surgery, so if all goes well he should have enough time to be fully healthy for the start of spring training. He remains under team control for the next few years, and the Diamondbacks seem likely to exercise his $4.25 million club option for 2021 after he posted a 2.59 ERA and 0.99 ERA through 31.1 innings this season. |
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| Sep 1 2020 | The Diamondbacks shifted Kelly (shoulder) to the 45-day injured list Monday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The transaction confirms that Kelly will miss the remainder of the season after doctors determined that a blood clot had caused a nerve impingement in his right shoulder. Kelly underwent a procedure to address the blood clot and is expected to be back to full strength for spring training. Considering how well Kelly pitched prior to getting shut down (2.59 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 29 strikeouts over 31.1 innings), the Diamondbacks will most likely exercise his affordable $5.25 million club option for 2021 over the winter. |
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| Aug 27 2020 | Kelly underwent a procedure earlier in the week to dissolve a blood clot in his right shoulder. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly is expected to miss the remainder of the 2020 season following the procedure. Prior to getting injured, the right-hander notched a 2.59 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 29:5 K:BB across five appearances (31.1 innings). |
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| Aug 26 2020 | General manager Mike Hazen said Kelly (shoulder) probably won't return this season, Zach Buchanan of The Athletic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly underwent a procedure to remove a blood clot from his right shoulder earlier in the week, and it sounds like the right-hander is expected to miss the remainder of the season as a result. This is a tough blow for Kelly, who compiled a 2.59 ERA, 0.99 WHIP and 29:5 K:BB across five appearances (31.1 innings) before landing on the shelf. Taylor Clarke started in place of Kelly on Monday and could continue to do so. |
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| Aug 24 2020 | Kelly (shoulder) was moved to the 10-day injured list Monday. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly was scratched from Monday's start due to a right shoulder nerve impingement, and he'll need at least a 10-day stay on the injured list while on the mend. Riley Smith was recalled from Arizona's alternate training site in a corresponding move. |
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| Aug 20 2020 | Kelly (3-2) took the loss to the Athletics on Wednesday. He allowed four runs on five hits, two walks and a hit batsman while striking out seven over five innings. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly's streak of quality starts ended at four, as the Athletics' hitters knew immediately the right-hander wasn't sharp and made him grind though 99 pitches. Still, he managed to fan seven batters. His ERA, a tidy 1.71 to start the night, increased to a still-good 2.59 after the outing. Kelly lines up next to start Monday at home against Colorado. |
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| Aug 14 2020 | Kelly (3-1) pitched 6.2 scoreless innings in a win over the Padres on Friday. He allowed three hits and two walks while striking out seven. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly dueled with Padres starter Dinelson Lamet, and the former's scoreless outing was enough to come out on top. The 31-year-old Kelly is now 4-for-4 in quality starts this year. He's got a 1.71 ERA, 0.91 WHIP and 22:3 K:BB across 26.1 innings. The right-hander lines up for his next start versus the heavy-hitting Athletics on Wednesday. |
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| Aug 8 2020 | Kelly (2-1) surrendered one run on six hits and struck out four over six innings, earning the win Saturday versus the Padres. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly outperformed Padres ace Chris Paddack in the contest. The only blemish on Kelly's line was a Fernando Tatis solo shot in the first inning. The right-handed Kelly has a 2.29 ERA, 0.97 WHIP and 15 strikeouts in 19.2 innings this season. He lines up for his next start Friday at home in a rematch against the Padres. |
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| Aug 2 2020 | Kelly (1-1) allowed three runs on nine hits over six innings Sunday, striking out four batters and taking the loss against the Dodgers. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Things were rough for Kelly right out of the gate as Cody Bellinger took him deep for a two-run blast in the first inning. The 31-year-old settled in for a few innings before Mookie Betts knocked a solo shot off him in the fifth. In his first two starts, Kelly has posted an impressive 2.63 ERA and 11:1 K:BB in 13.2 innings. He'll draw a start in San Diego next weekend. |
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| Jul 28 2020 | Kelly (1-0) notched the win in Tuesday's 4-1 victory over the Rangers, giving up one run on three hits and a walk over 7.2 innings. He struck out seven. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The right-hander took a no-hitter into the seventh inning before Rougned Odor connected on a solo shot to ruin Kelly's bid for history. If there's a note of concern with an otherwise stellar performance, it's that Kelly threw a whopping 104 pitches (71 strikes) -- a huge number for a first start, given the chaotic nature of the preparations for the campaign -- and that could encourage manager Torey Lovullo to find an extra day of rest for Kelly before his next outing. On the other hand, it's hard to argue with the results. |
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| Jul 18 2020 | The Diamondbacks announced Saturday that Kelly will begin the season in the starting rotation, Nick Piecoro of The Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 31-year-old was considered the favorite for the No. 5 spot in the rotation with the absence of Mike Leake (opt out), and he was able to hold off Alex Young to secure the job. Kelly made 32 starts in his first big-league season in 2019 and had a 4.42 ERA, 1.31 WHIP and 158:57 K:BB across 183.1 innings. |
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| Jul 9 2020 | Kelly threw four innings and 67 pitches in an intrasquad game Wednesday, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: This was Kelly's second throwing session of summer camp as he works toward joining the rotation as a replacement for Mike Leake, who opted out of the season. He got knocked around, giving up three home runs during the session. The right-hander is competing with left-hander Alex Young as the main contenders for the No. 5 job. |
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| Jul 3 2020 | Kelly faced batters for what amounted to three innings of work, Steve Gilbert of MLB.com reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly threw a total of 50 pitches and looked "very crisp," according to manager Torey Lovullo. The right-hander is the presumed front-runner to claim the No. 5 starting job, a spot that was slated for Mike Leake who has opted out for the 2020 season. |
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| Jun 30 2020 | Kelly will likely claim a spot in the Diamondbacks' rotation after Mike Leake announced he will forgo playing in 2020, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Leake had a spot in the rotation with the only issue of uncertainty being the wrist injury he suffered prior to spring training. The right-handed Kelly initially worked as a reliever during the spring but also prepared in case Leake wasn't ready for the original Opening Day. That preparation became moot as the pandemic-fueled delay gave Leake enough time to heal from his injury. Others lining up for the rotation behind Kelly are lefty Alex Young and righties Jon Duplantier and Taylor Clarke. |
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| Mar 8 2020 | Kelly allowed two runs on three hits and one walk while striking out three over four innings in Saturday's spring start against the Padres. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly navigated the first three innings allowing just a walk and a hit, but San Diego first baseman Ty France took him deep in the fourth. The right-hander needed 56 pitches (37 strikes) to complete his four innings. "When you put together a baseball game and looking at starting pitching," manager Torey Lovullo told Richard Morin of the Arizona Republic, "you're looking for what Kelly gave us. He was on the attack. I could feel in the dugout that he was doing a good job with his fastball." It was Kelly's second Cactus League start as he works toward a possible spot in the rotation to begin the season. Kelly's role partly depends on the availability of Mike Leake (wrist). |
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| Mar 3 2020 | Kelly allowed one run on three hits and one walk while striking out three over 2.2 innings in Monday's spring game against the Giants. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly, who threw in relief last week, made his first start of the spring and will be building up as a starter during camp. The right-hander threw 49 pitches Monday. Kelly's still not assured of a spot in the rotation, but he could be the replacement if Mike Leake (left wrist) is not ready for the start of the regular season. In two spring outings, Kelly has allowed three runs on six hits and two walks over four innings. |
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| Feb 27 2020 | Kelly allowed two runs on three hits and one walk over 1.1 innings of relief in Wednesday's game against Oakland. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly, who made 32 starts for the Diamondbacks in 2019, came out of the bullpen for the first time since 2015 when he pitched in Korea. He's a candidate for Arizona's rotation, but whether there's a spot for him is uncertain, according to Steve Gilbert of MLB.com. |
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| Sep 25 2019 | Kelly (13-14) allowed five earned runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out seven across six innings to earn the win Wednesday against the Cardinals. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly worked two scoreless innings to begin the game, but allowed at least one earned run in each of his last four frames. Despite earning a win, it was a disappointing way for Kelly to end the campaign as he had allowed three or fewer runs in five consecutive starts entering Wednesday's outing. He ends his first season back in the major leagues with a 4.42 ERA and 1.31 WHIP across 183.1 innings -- respectable marks considering the current pitching landscape. |
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| Sep 21 2019 | Kelly said he stopped a summer slide by making two significant adjustments, one mechanical and the other mental, Nick Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly's spot in the rotation was teetering following an August start against the Brewers when manager Torey Lovullo openly considered a change. The right-hander had a 9.20 ERA over an odious six-start stretch, but the manager held off. After that start, Kelly tweaked his mechanics, a slight turn of the hips before driving down the mound. That adjustment added a tick of velocity over his last five starts; Kelly's four-seam fastball averaged 92.08 following that start against Milwaukee and jumped to 93.47 since. "It just allows me to be more athletic," Kelly said, "and not necessarily feel my way through my delivery but just kind of load and go." He also credits an intangible adjustment, realizing he no longer needs to fear opposing hitters. "Just having the confidence," he said, "that I'm good enough as myself and don't need to be any better than what I'm doing is kind of what it boils down to." Kelly has a 1.74 ERA with a 9.3 K/9 over the last five starts. |
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| Sep 20 2019 | Kelly (12-14) picked up the win Friday after holding the Padres scoreless with nine strikeouts across seven innings while allowing two hits and three walks. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Coming off one of his best starts of the year, Kelly improved his season record against the Padres to 3-1 as he earned back-to-back wins for the first time since a three-start run in June. The right-hander's late-season surge improves his stat line to a 4.31 ERA, 1.30 WHIP and 151:55 K:BB. He'll make his final start of the regular season on Wednesday against the Cardinals. |
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| Sep 14 2019 | Kelly (11-14) earned the win Saturday, tossing seven scoreless innings during which he allowed three hits and two walks while striking out five in a 1-0 victory over the Reds. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Diamondbacks mustered just a single hit against Reds starter Anthony DeSclafani, but combined with a sacrifice fly, it was enough for Kelly to work with. Kelly has now allowed three runs or less in five of his last six starts, posting a 3.44 ERA in that span. For the season, the 30-year-old owns a 4.49 ERA and 1.33 WHIP over 170.1 innings. Kelly's next start is projected to come on the road in San Diego on Friday. |
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| Sep 9 2019 | Kelly (10-14) allowed three runs on seven hits and two walks over six frames Monday, striking out five batters and taking the loss against the Mets. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Kelly allowed a pair of solo homers to Mets slugger Pete Alonso with an Amed Rosario RBI single sandwiched in between. It was his second straight quality start after he failed to make it out of the sixth inning in his previous four outings. The 6-foot-2 rookie will carry a 4.68 ERA into Saturday's home outing against the Reds. |
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| Sep 3 2019 | Kelly (10-13) picked up the win against the Padres on Tuesday, throwing seven scoreless innings while allowing just three hits, striking out nine and walking two in the Diamondbacks' 2-1 victory. | ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It was a dominant outing for the right-hander, who got the better of a great duel with Ronald Bolanos and picked up his 10th win of the season. He's shown flashes of this ability this season, but Kelly's overall inconsistency has made him difficult to trust, as he's sporting an unspectacular 4.69 ERA and 1.35 WHIP across 157.1 innings. He'll look to build on this performance in his next start, which will see him take on the Mets in a Monday road matchup. |
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| Aug 29 2019 | Kelly threw four innings in a no-decision against the Dodgers on Thursday, giving | up three earned runs on three hits over four innings, striking out four and walking |
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| Aug 25 2019 | Kelly will remain in Arizona's starting rotation moving forward, Zach Buchanan of | The Athletic reports. |
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| Aug 24 2019 | Kelly (9-13) allowed six runs on eight hits and four walks while striking out five | over 4.1 innings in a loss to the Brewers on Friday. |
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| Aug 18 2019 | Kelly (9-12) earned the win against San Francisco on Sunday, hurling 5.2 innings | and giving up one run on six hits and two walks while striking out five. |
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| Aug 15 2019 | Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo said Kelly will remain in the rotation, Nick | Piecoro of the Arizona Republic reports. |
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| Aug 12 2019 | Kelly (8-12) picked up the win against the Rockies on Monday, giving up six earned | runs on nine hits over five innings, striking out five and walking two in an 8-6 |
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| Aug 8 2019 | Kelly won't make his next scheduled start in Sunday's game against the Dodgers, | Jack Magruder of the Associated Press reports. Instead, Mike Leake will take the |
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| Aug 5 2019 | Kelly (7-12) took the loss against the Phillies on Monday, giving up four runs (three | earned) on eight hits over six innings, striking out four and walking one as the |
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| Jul 29 2019 | Kelly (7-11) took the loss Monday as the Diamondbacks fell 11-6 to the Marlins, | coughing up seven runs on seven hits and two walks over six innings while striking |
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| Jul 24 2019 | Kelly (7-10) picked up the loss by allowing seven runs on eight hits while striking out four over 2.1 innings Monday against Baltimore. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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| Jul 18 2019 | Kelly held the Brewers to one run on three hits with six strikeouts over seven innings but did not factor into the decision during Thursday's 5-1 loss. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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| Jul 13 2019 | Kelly (7-9) took the loss Saturday as the Diamondbacks were downed 4-2 by the Cardinals, giving up four runs (one earned) on five hits and three walks over five innings while striking out five. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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| Jul 4 2019 | Kelly did not factor into the decision during Thursday's loss at Dodger Stadium, allowing three runs on six hits over six innings while striking out two. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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| Jun 28 2019 | Kelly (7-8) was charged with the loss against the Giants on Friday after allowing three runs on seven hits and a walk while striking out two over five innings. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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| Jun 23 2019 | Kelly allowed two runs on four hits and two walks across six innings in a no-decision Sunday against the Giants. He struck out nine. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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| Jun 19 2019 | Kelly (7-7) allowed six runs (five earned) on eight hits while striking out five over six innings to pick up the loss against the Rockies on Tuesday. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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| Jun 13 2019 | Kelly (7-6) picked up the win Wednesday in a 2-0 victory over the Phillies, scattering three hits over 7.2 scoreless innings while striking out five. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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| Jun 7 2019 | Kelly (6-6) allowed one run on three hits with three strikeouts and two walks across seven innings to earn a victory against the Blue Jays on Friday. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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| Jun 5 2019 | Kelly is scheduled to start Friday against the Blue Jays, Jody Jackson of FOX Sports Arizona<\/a> reports. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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| Jun 2 2019 | Kelly (5-6) picked up the win against the Mets on Sunday, allowing one run on six hits in 7.2 innings. He struck out 10 and did not walk a batter. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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| May 28 2019 | Kelly (4-6) allowed four runs on six hits and a walk while striking out five over 6.2 innings, taking the loss in a 6-2 loss to the Rockies on Tuesday. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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| May 22 2019 | Kelly (4-5) allowed four earned runs on five hits and four walks while striking out none across 1.2 innings to take the loss Wednesday against the Padres. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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| May 17 2019 | Kelly (4-4) held the Giants scoreless through 5.1 innings Friday, surrendering six hits and a walk with four strikeouts to earn the win. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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| May 12 2019 | Kelly (3-4) allowed three runs on eight hits while striking out five over seven innings in Saturday's 6-4 loss to Atlanta. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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| May 6 2019 | Kelly (3-3) gave up seven runs on seven hits and three walks while striking out two through four innings taking the loss against the Rays on Monday. | Subscribe now<\/a> to instantly reveal our take on this news. |
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