Author Bio Matthew is a senior energy and materials specialist with The Motley Fool. He graduated from Liberty University with a degree in Biblical Studies and a Masters of Business Administration. You can follow him on Twitter for the latest news and analysis of the energy and materials industries: Follow @matthewdilallo Kinder Morgan (NYSE:KMI) has agreed to acquire Stagecoach Gas Services, a natural gas pipeline and storage joint venture currently owned by Crestwood Equity Partners (NYSE:CEQP). It's paying $1.225 billion in cash for Stagecoach, which comprises four natural gas storage facilities and three pipelines in the Northeast. It's a notable deal for all parties. The transaction will provide an immediate boost to Kinder Morgan's cash flow. Meanwhile, it will significantly bolster the financial profile of both sellers. Those benefits will enhance all three companies' ability to pay their high-yielding dividends.