Merrill Kelly pitches scoreless as Diamondbacks face Giants in doubleheader

The Arizona Diamondbacks are playing a doubleheader against the San Francisco Giants at Oracle Park on August 29. In the first game, right-hander Merrill Kelly has thrown five scoreless innings, allowing two hits with four strikeouts. The game has been scoreless through 5 1/2 innings against Giants starter Matt Wilkinson. The Diamondbacks are struggling offensively, with no extra-base hits. Manager Torey Lovullo aims for stability with Kelly on the mound, as the team looks to navigate a demanding day of baseball with two games. Mitch Bratt is set to start Game 2, which begins at 7:05 p.m. local time.

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