Merrill Kelly

This is the Topps Now card for Merrill Kelly, featured in MLB The Show 23. He's a 94 Overall Diamond card primarily playing SP.

Released 1 year ago, Merrill Kelly is a free option from the Team Affinity S4.

On the mound, Merrill Kelly exhibits strong H/9 (96), competent K/9 (84), and noteworthy BB/9 (89). With runners threatening, his Pitching Clutch (98) shows good performance. His overall pitching profile is defined by great control (Control: 85), strong velocity (Velocity: 81), and great break (Break: 92). As a starting pitcher, his stamina is impressive (107).

His repertoire includes the valuable Sinker/Cutter combination. He utilizes a 5-pitch mix, spearheaded by a 4 Seam FB, complemented by a Circle-Change. Key pitches include: His Cutter exhibits significant movement with excellent command.

In the field, Merrill Kelly is a below average defender. His key defensive attributes are 53 Fielding, 48 Arm Strength, and 33 Reaction time.

Merrill Kelly is a 33-year-old player from Texas, standing 6'2" tall and weighing 202 lbs. He currently plays for the Diamondbacks, batting Right-handed and throwing Right-handed.

Active Quirks for Merrill Kelly: Pick Off Artist, Day Player, Break Outlier.

Other available versions for Merrill Kelly include: Captain (95 Diamond),2023 Postseason (99 Diamond),Live (83 Gold).