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Merrill Kelly Doubts He’ll Be Ready for D-Backs Opener Amid Back Issue

Kelly said he “doesn’t think” he’ll be ready for Arizona’s March 26 opener as back discomfort lingers, per Steve Gilbert. The right-hander was scratched from live BP on Saturday, then underwent an MRI and further testing while Torey Lovullo waits for a clear diagnosis. Arizona had named him their Opening Day starter earlier in camp, so plans may shift.