What happened: Merrill Kelly welcomed trick-or-treaters to his home during Halloween celebrations. Local children visited the veteran pitcher during neighborhood festivities.

Why it matters: Kelly, who reached 1,000 career strikeouts in August, spent time at home as the Major League Baseball season concluded with the World Series. The interaction highlighted an off-field community exchange entering the baseball offseason.

What to watch: Kelly heads into the winter offseason ahead of preparations for spring training in 2027.