Merrill Kelly Progresses with Bullpen Session

Veteran right-hander Merrill Kelly threw a successful bullpen session Sunday as he works his way back from mid-back tightness. Kelly is scheduled for another session this week and could soon be cleared for Cactus League game action. While he will not be ready for the opening series of the season, manager Torey Lovullo indicated that Kelly might avoid a stint on the injured list to begin the campaign.