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D-backs' Torey Lovullo Provides Update on Merrill Kelly's Health

Lovullo: Kelly is feeling good and remains hopeful about opening day availability despite back tightness.
MRI results are still pending as the team compiles information after Kelly's back issue surfaced over the weekend.
Lovullo has not yet discussed opening day plans with other starters and would pivot if needed later in spring.
Kelly said the back issue did not arise from tweaking his back on an individual pitch and has been treated for some time.
The team continues to monitor Kelly while aiming to finalize a complete and detailed evaluation based on MRI results.
There is a real possibility the back issue could affect Opening Day, even if Kelly remains healthy overall.
Kelly has been participating in spring training; the team had him lined up as Opening Day starter pending health.

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