The Texas Rangers have acquired the starting pitcher from the Arizona Diamondbacks, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported on Thursday. The Boston Red Sox were said to be in strong pursuit of the right-hander. MLB Network’s Joel Sherman reported three prospects are going to Arizona, including Kohl Drake and David Hagaman.

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The Boston Red Sox could add veteran experience to their starting rotation in the form of Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly.