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Kelly returns to fortify Arizona's rotation after being shipped to the Rangers at the trade deadline and finishing last season with a strong 3.52 ERA -- 3.76 FIP -- and 22.3 percent strikeout rate across 184 innings over 32 starts. The 37-year-old veteran's familiarity with the Diamondbacks and the NL West is a boost to his fantasy appeal heading into next season.

Kelly agreed to a two-year, $40 million contract with the Diamondbacks on Sunday, Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports.

Merrill Kelly, after being dealt by Diamondbacks to the Rangers at the trade deadline last season, is returning to Arizona on a two-year, $40M deal, according to reports.

The timing of Jorge Polanco s signing with Mets seemed to indicate that David Stearns won t be pushed into going big-game hunting. On the other hand, a potential trade with the San Diego Padres could be of blockbuster quality.

The Diamondbacks are finalizing a contract with right-hander Merrill Kelly, according to a report from Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic. Rosenthal adds that it’s a two-year, $40MM pact. Jon Heyman of The New York Post adds that the deal is pending a physical. More to come.

There may not be a generational player available this winter, but there's plenty of talent on the market

The Mariners and Giants have emerged as front-runners in the sweepstakes for super-utility man Brendan Donovan, according to a report from Katie Woo of The Athletic. Woo added that both clubs are also engaged with the Diamondbacks on Ketel Marte. Both Seattle and San Francisco have previously been reported to have interest in Donovan’s services,…

The Tigers have agreed to a 1-year contract with veteran closer Kenley Jansen, sources told ESPN.

In the pantheon of Dodgers entrance and walk-up songs, Timmy Trumpeter immediately moves to the top of a playlist that has become ingrained in the hearts of fans.

The Dodgers have re-signed right-hander Nick Frasso to a minor league contract, per Aram Leighton of Just Baseball. Frasso was non-tendered by the club in November but now returns on a new deal. The 27-year-old was a fourth round draft pick by the Blue Jays in 2020 and has not yet made his big-league debut.…

The Cardinals, who are in full rebuild mode, are seeking multiple prospects in return for the versatile 28-year-old. Where there's this much smoke, there's usually fire, so expect Donovan to be donning a new uniform by the time Opening Day rolls around.

The Dodgers have re-signed right-hander Nick Frasso to a minor league contract, per Aram Leighton of Just Baseball. Frasso was non-tendered by the club in November but now returns on a new deal. The 27-year-old was a fourth round draft pick by the Blue Jays in 2020 and has not yet made his big-league debut.…

Last month, the White Sox picked up their $20MM option on Luis Robert Jr. General manager Chris Getz signaled that the club planned on Robert being their starting center fielder in 2026. That has not stopped clubs from inquiring on his availability in trade talks, as Francys Romero of Beisbol FR reports that the Mets,…

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After rebuffing an interview attempt from the Nationals, the Cubs have promoted Tyler Zombro to vice president of pitching, reports Sahadev Sharma of The Athletic. After just one year in the front office, Zombro will now take on an expanded role in scouting, coaching, and player development. Zombro joined the organization last season as a…

The Brewers are sending outfielder Isaac Collins and right-hander Nick Mears to the Royals, reports Robert Murray of FanSided. Left-hander Angel Zerpa is heading to Milwaukee in the swap, reports Jeff Passan of ESPN. Kansas City entered the offseason with a plan to add outfielders. The club made good on those intentions this week. After…