The Texas Rangers have acquired veteran right-handed starting pitcher Merrill Kelly from the Arizona Diamondbacks, the team announced Thursday. The Diamondbacks receive minor-leag

This article was originally published on www.si.com/mlb/rangers as Analyzing Rangers Trade for Merrill Kelly Being Deemed a Great Move. The Texas Rangers have slipped up a bit after the trade deadline, losing two straight games to the Seattle Mariners.

The Texas Rangers have acquired right-hander Merrill Kelly from the Arizona Diamondbacks. Thursday's move gives the Rangers a veteran starter with postseason experience.