What Merrill Kelly Reunion Means for Diamondbacks and Ketel Marte Trade Rumors

Merrill Kelly is back with the Diamondbacks on a two-year, $40 million deal, filling one of Arizona’s biggest offseason needs. We break down whether Kelly combined with Michael Soroka is enough to make the D-backs’ starting rotation a true contender in 2026.

Plus, we explore how Kelly’s return impacts the chances of a potential Ketel Marte trade, answer your Mailbag Monday questions, and weigh whether Lourdes Gurriel Jr. could actually be back in time for Opening Day.

Diamondbacks Bring Merrill Kelly Back on Two-Year Deal

0:00 SkeeYee & Happy Monday!

20:10 Ketel Marte set to stay?

32:30 Mailbag Monday