Veteran starting pitcher Merrill Kelly has agreed to return to the Arizona Diamondbacks on a $40 million, two-year deal, according to a person familiar with the move.

The Arizona Diamondbacks are re-signing starting pitcher Merrill Kelly after having traded him to the Rangers last trade deadline.

The New York Yankees are one of five clubs on Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte’s no-trade list.

The Diamondbacks ’ series next season in Mexico City was officially announced this week, a two-game set against the San Diego Padres that will take place in April in what will be the second regular-season international foray in club history.

Diamondbacks notes on having to add more pitching, Ketel Marte trade rumors and a holiday event for Title 1 school students at Chase Field.

According to reports on the morning of December 14, the Arizona Diamondbacks and veteran right-handed starting pitcher Merrill Kelly agreed to terms on a two-year contract worth $40 million, pending a physical.

Boston Red Sox are reportedly serious contenders for Arizona Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte, a three-time All-Star second baseman. Talks are exploratory, with Boston seeking pitching reinforcements and Marte offering elite switch-hitting and middle-order power.

For the third time, Major League Baseball will stage a series in Mexico City. On Saturday, April 25, and Sunday, April 26, 2026, the Arizona Diamondbacks and San Diego Padres will square off in Estadio Alfredo Harp Helú Béisbol, the league announced Wednesay

Major League Baseball finalized plans for a two-game series between the Arizona Diamondbacks and San Diego Padres at Mexico City's Estadio Alfredo Harp Helú on April 25-26. Arizona will be the home team for both games.

Major League Baseball will return to Mexico City in 2026 with a two-game series between the Arizona Diamondbacks and San Diego Padres.

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