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.

Customize Your Newsletter

Yardbarker +

Get the latest news and rumors, customized to your favorite sports and teams. Emailed daily. Always free!