"Wanting guys to stay healthy is the number one thing. We need Jared for the rest of the season throwing the ball like that," Kelly said.
Critics, including sports commentator Mark Madden, argued that such decisions remove the historic romance and excitement from the game, especially for struggling franchises.
"Goodbye to Romance," Madden wrote, referencing the analytical evolution of baseball.
Other managers expressed the internal conflict inherent in modern handling of no-hitters.
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"How long until I'm not responsible for Edwin Jackson's health?" said A.
J.
Hinch, recalling a past no-hit bid where he felt relief only after the pitcher secured a future contract.
Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona noted the challenge of balancing player futures with historic opportunities.
"You're trying to balance kids' futures and the chance to throw a no-hitter," Francona said.
He explained his personal philosophy: "I think I've always fallen on the side of, 'If he can finish it, OK.'
If he can't, why are you messing around with hurting somebody?"
San Diego Padres manager Craig Stammen attributed the decline in completed no-hitters to rising pitch velocities and effective bullpens.
"I think the one variable is everybody keeps throwing harder," Stammen said.
In contrast, Blue Jays manager John Schneider allowed veteran Dylan Cease to pitch into the ninth inning on Wednesday after 115 pitches.
"I'm a fan of baseball.
I think if a guy has a chance to throw a no-hitter, I think you let him do it, and you make adjustments after that," Schneider said.
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He reiterated his desire to grant players those rare opportunities under the right circumstances, but acknowledged that organizational rules remain the ultimate boundary.
