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Who is Merrill Kelly? 5 things to know about the Rangers’ biggest trade deadline addition
On top of that, the Rangers sent Arizona three minor league pitchers: LHP Kohl Drake, their closest-ready minor league starter, rising prospect David Hagaman and LHP Mitch Bratt. It’s safe to say the trade for Kelly was a vote of confidence in the team as the Rangers enter the home stretch in a tight playoff race.
Trade grade: Rangers add to league-best rotation with Merrill Kelly acquisition
The Rangers today announced that the club has acquired RHP Merrill Kelly from Arizona in exchange for minor league LHP Mitch Bratt, LHP Kohl Drake, and RHP David Hagaman. To make room for Kelly on the 40-man roster, INF Blaine Crim has been designated for assignment.
The club made a late push Thursday ahead of the trade deadline, acquiring three pitchers by the 5 p.m. cutoff time.
Both Rocker and Latz were optioned to Triple-A Round Rock after the trade deadline brought in multiple new pitchers.
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