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Why Torey Lovullo Let Merrill Kelly Finish First Career Complete Game
Five days ago, Arizona Diamondbacks starter Eduardo Rodriguez was lifted from the ninth inning of his start, two outs shy of his first complete game. But on Friday night, in the high-elevation Coors Field in Colorado, right-hander Merrill Kelly was given the green light to finish the first complete game of his career.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 16
Merrill Kelly goes distance for MLB rarity in Diamondbacks' win
In leading the Arizona Diamondbacks to a 9-1 win over the Colorado Rockies, starting pitcher Merrill Kelly accomplished a career-first and a rarity across Major League Baseball. Kelly pitched the first complete game of his eight-year career on Friday night, allowing only one run off four hits.
Merrill Kelly News / Field Level Media / May 15
D-backs' Merrill Kelly fires first career CG in rout of Rockies
A six-run first inning set the table for Merrill Kelly's first career complete game as the visiting Arizona Diamondbacks cruised to a 9-1 win over the Colorado Rockies in Denver on Friday night.
The 'Active 40-HR MLB seasons' quiz
There are 24 active MLB players with at least one 40-home run season under their belt. How many of those players can you name in five minutes?
The 25 greatest rookie seasons in MLB history
Not every all-timer has instant success at the next level. For many baseball players, it takes a few bumps in the road out of the gate before they ever reach stardom.
Diamondbacks Make Odd Decision to Release Veteran Pitcher
One of the under-the-radar contributors to the Arizona Diamondbacks' bullpen in the 2025 season has, somewhat surprisingly, been released from his minor league contract.
Kayson Cunningham News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 15
What D-backs No. 2 Prospect Kayson Cunningham is Doing is Unreal
With the meteoric rise of Arizona Diamondbacks No. 1 prospect Ryan Waldschmidt, and his early success in the majors, there's a new prospect lighting up the D-backs' farm system climbing to the top of the rankings.
Ketel Marte News / Burn City Sports / May 15
Does Ketel Marte need to be removed as the D-backs’ lead off hitter?
DENVER – For years, Ketel Marte has been one of the key factors that made the Arizona Diamondbacks’ offense work. His combination of contact, patience, and power turned him into one of Major League Baseball’s most complete hitters.
Diamondbacks Offseason Moves Suddenly Look Completely Different
The Arizona Diamondbacks made several trades and numerous offseason free agent signings this past winter. There have been some hits and misses so far, in terms of production versus acquisition cost.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 15
Rockies, Diamondbacks have opportunity to shed losing ways
Struggling Merrill Kelly is coming off his strongest start of the season, and the Arizona Diamondbacks' right-hander will try to build on that against the Colorado Rockies on Friday night in Denver.
Which 20 players have hit four home runs in an MLB game?
The only two things rarer in modern-day baseball than the four-homer game is the Triple Crown and the unassisted triple play. The former is, of course, done over an entire season, while there's a large level of lucky in the unassisted triple play.
Nolan Arenado News / Just Baseball / May 15
Father Time Can’t Keep Nolan Arenado Down
I think we can all agree that baseball is at its best when its top stars are performing. This year is a true testament to that. We are entering mid-May, having seen true resurgences from Mike Trout and Jacob deGrom.
Ketel Marte News / CBSSports.com / May 15
Free MLB home run picks for May 15: Ketel Marte at Coors Field among expert's best bets Friday
Expert Matt Severance shares his best MLB home run props picks for games on Friday, May 15
MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / May 15
Rockies Pose a Much Bigger Threat to Diamondbacks Than You'd Expect
The Arizona Diamondbacks are about to play three games at Coors Field against the Colorado Rockies. After a tough series loss to the Texas Rangers, and a rough recent stretch overall, it might seem as if facing the Rockies could offer a needed reprieve for a struggling D-backs club.
Paul Sewald News / Burn City Sports / May 14
Diamondbacks’ comeback turns to heartbreak as Paul Sewald falters late
ARLINGTON — Arizona Diamondbacks fans were left stunned Wednesday night as what looked like a signature comeback victory unraveled into one of the club’s most painful losses of the season.
Ketel Marte News / Burn City Sports / May 13
What Ketel Marte’s new franchise record means for the Diamondbacks
TEXAS – For years, Ketel Marte has been respected nationally, adored locally, but somehow still under-discussed when conversations turn to franchise legends, and that may finally be changing.
Alek Thomas News / Yardbarker / May 12
Can Alek Thomas become the Dodgers' latest reclamation project?
The Los Angeles Dodgers hold a high reputation when it comes to developing players. Could Thomas be the next in line?
Carlos Santana News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 12
Diamondbacks’ Carlos Santana gets ‘bummer’ injury update after setback
Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Carlos Santana suffered a setback in his recovery from a right groin strain, delaying a possible return after the veteran experienced discomfort during a rehab assignment with Triple-A Reno.
Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 8
Diamondbacks Designate Alek Thomas For Assignment, Promote Ryan Waldschmidt
The D-backs are cutting ties with one former top outfield prospect in order to turn the page toward a new one. Arizona announced Friday that Alek Thomas has been designated for assignment, while top prospect Ryan Waldschmidt‘s contract has been selected to the majors.
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