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

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.

The Texas Rangers have slipped up a bit after the trade deadline, losing two straight games to the Seattle Mariners. With the American League West shaping up to be a tight race, every game against division opponents is going to be key to making the playoffs.