One of the Arizona Diamondbacks' top targets has reportedly disclosed a list of teams he would prefer not to join next season, and surprisingly, the New York Yankees are among them.

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.

According to reports on the morning of December 14, the Arizona Diamondbacks and veteran right-handed starting pitcher Merrill Kelly agreed to terms on a two-year contract worth $40 million, pending a physical.

He made his MLB debut with the Diamondbacks at age 30 in 2019 and solidified himself as a key piece of the rotation in 2022, when he pitched a career-high 200 ⅓ innings over 33 starts.

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

Veteran starting pitcher Merrill Kelly agreed Sunday to return to the Arizona Diamondbacks on a $40 million deal.

Boston Red Sox are reportedly serious contenders for Arizona Diamondbacks star Ketel Marte, a three-time All-Star second baseman. Talks are exploratory, with Boston seeking pitching reinforcements and Marte offering elite switch-hitting and middle-order power.

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