The Arizona Diamondbacks endured one of the more brutal seasons in recent history in 2025 — at least, in terms of the amount of adversity they had to withstand.

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 nearly made a late push to the postseason in 2025, and now they are gearing up to get back to playing October baseball once again next season. On Sunday, the Diamondbacks agreed to a two-year, $40 million contract with starting pitcher Merrill Kelly, according to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic.

While the Arizona Diamondbacks have been busy signing free-agent pitchers, they just let one go who was once a huge prospect.

While Lowe has had his name mentioned a lot, he isn't the only veteran on the team who makes sense as a trade candidate. Kiley McDaniel and Jeff Passan recently wrote about Rays slugger Yandy Diaz as a potential fit for the Arizona Diamondbacks in a trade this winter.

After signing right-hander Michael Soroka to a one-year, $7.5 million deal, the Arizona Diamondbacks are still in need of rotation help.

Boston Red Sox are reportedly serious contenders for Arizona Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte, a three-time All-Star second baseman. Talks are explorator