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Snake Bytes 4/25: Kelly’s Heroes
TL;DR
Merrill Kelly made his 2026 season debut for the Arizona Diamondbacks against the Baltimore Orioles, delivering a strong performance. The Diamondbacks' bullpen successfully secured a win after a previous game where they lost a significant lead.
BALTIMORE, MD - APRIL 14: Merrill Kelly #29 of the Arizona Diamondbacks pitches in the second inning against the Baltimore Orioles at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on April 14, 2026 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Jamie Sabau/Getty Images) | Getty Images
Diamondbacks News
Merrill Kelly Makes Season Debut
Merrill Kelly brought the team a vintage Kelly performance when he took the mound to make his 2026 debut against the Orioles in Baltimore.
Bullpen Holds Off Orioles, Giving Kelly Win in Season Debut
After blowing a 7-1 lead the previous night, it was understandable that there was some tension when the Diamondbacks needed to protect a two-run lead for 11 outs, the same number of outs as they needed on that dreadful night.
Kelly’s Return Pushes Pfaadt to Bullpen
A flurry of moves was made yesterday to accommodate the return of Merrill Kelly. Perhaps the biggest was hte moving of Brandon Pfaadt to the bullpen.
Pfaadt to Bullpen and Soroka to Rotation the Right Call – For Now
There exists a litany of easons that this will continue to be a fluid situation.
Moreno to IL
Gabriel Moreno has been placed on the IL as part of five moves made by the Diamondbacks. Aramis Garcia has been called up to take Moreno’s place for now. Pavin Smith was moved to the 60-day. Merrill Kelly was activated and Taylor Rashi was optioned to AAA-Reno.
Lourdes Gurriel Jr. to Start Rehab Assignment
Gurriel suffered a torn ACL on 1 September of last season. The rehab assignment now puts a ticking clock on Moreno’s return to the 26-man roster.
Blaze Alexander Discusses Facing Former Club
The utility man speaks about facing some of his old comrades as the Diamondbacks try to take down his new club, the Baltimore Orioles.
Craig Albernaz has Fractured Face
A scary incident occurred on Monday night when a foul ball was rocketed into the Orioles bullpen and struck manager Craig Albernaz in the face. Albernaz returned to duty Tuesday night, despite numerous cheek fractures and a broken jaw. He’s currently unable to blow his nose for six weeks but looks to be able to avoid surgery.
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Q&A
What was Merrill Kelly's performance in his season debut for the Diamondbacks?
Merrill Kelly delivered a vintage performance during his 2026 season debut against the Orioles.
How did the Diamondbacks bullpen perform after a previous game loss?
The Diamondbacks bullpen held off the Orioles, successfully protecting a two-run lead to secure the win.
What happened in the Diamondbacks' previous game before Merrill Kelly's debut?
In their previous game, the Diamondbacks blew a 7-1 lead, which added tension to Kelly's debut performance.
