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 Breaking Down Excellent Grade Rangers Received for Merrill Kelly Trade. As the trade deadline has come and gone, the Texas Rangers were a fairly active team.

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.