The Los Angeles Dodgers fortified their bullpen with the signing of former Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Joe Kelly, whose three-year contract includes incentives for games finished and an option for a fourth year.
The Anaheim native came away impressed after a three-hour meeting with Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman. That, and his desire to pitch closer to home played key roles in his decision to defect from the 2018 World Series champions.
When discussing his signing with the Dodgers, Kelly revealed that he’s open to pitching in any role with his new team but added that he’s most comfortable in high-leverage situations, via Jorge Castillo of the L.