Justin Verlander has struggled this season for the San Francisco Giants, posting a concerning 6.27 ERA. As the trade deadline approaches, the Giants might need to consider other options to enhance their playoff chances. ESPN's Jeff Passan suggests that Merrill Kelly from the Arizona Diamondbacks could be an ideal candidate to bolster the pitching staff.

Kelly, despite being 36, has delivered consistent performances with a sub-3.50 ERA in three of the last four seasons and could significantly improve the Giants' rotation, which has seen Verlander and Hayden Birdsong both falter recently. The Giants are desperate for a postseason win, making this a crucial time for potential roster moves.