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Kelly
Arizona Diamondbacks·P·Age 37·7th Season
Last updated: March 28, 2026
HOF Score
20.4
/ 100
▲ +0 this season
SCORE Breakdown
5 DimensionsCareer Value30% weight
Milestone Progress25% weight
Awards & Selections20% weight
Peak Performance15% weight
Longevity10% weight
SCORE History
By Season919
1020
1321
1622
1823
1924
2025
2019HOF Score by Season2025 ★ 20
WAR BY Season
2025
22 GP
2024
13 GP
2023
30 GP
2022
33 GP
2021
27 GP
2020
5 GP
2019
32 GP
MILESTONE Tracker
100 Pitcher Wins65 / 100
2030 season
1,500 Strikeouts (P)911 / 1,500
2031 season
2,000 Strikeouts (P)911 / 2,000
2035 season
150 Pitcher Wins65 / 150
2036 season
40 Career WAR17 / 40
2036 season
HOF Comparisons
At Age 37| Player | WAR | W | ERA | Awards |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Merrill Kelly Active · 2026 | 16.8 | 65 | 3.770 | 0× MVP |
Willie Mays HOF · At age 35 | 108.6 | 0 | 0.00 | 2× MVP |
Hank Aaron HOF · At age 35 | 107.4 | 0 | 0.00 | 1× MVP |
Babe Ruth HOF · At age 35 | 153.8 | 0 | 0.00 | 1× MVP |
Ted Williams HOF · At age 35 | 97.4 | 0 | 0.00 | 2× MVP |
Mickey Mantle HOF · At age 35 | 102.8 | 0 | 0.00 | 3× MVP |
Ken Griffey Jr HOF · At age 35 | 75.8 | 0 | 0.00 | 1× MVP |
Derek Jeter HOF · At age 35 | 66.8 | 0 | 0.00 | 0× MVP |
Cal Ripken Jr HOF · At age 35 | 88.4 | 0 | 0.00 | 2× MVP |
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THE Verdict
Kelly currently sits outside clear Hall of Fame consideration. An extended elite stretch — think multiple MVP-caliber seasons — would be needed to build a credible Cooperstown case.