Nick Kelly gives Fairfield a fearless lefty with late-inning bite
In the 2026 season, Kelly emerged as a valuable bullpen arm for Fairfield, posting a 5.34 ERA across 32.0 innings with 20 appearances, 3 starts, 2 saves, and a 2-0 record. He showed real trust-from-the-coach stuff: after allowing just one run in his first nine outings, he earned his first collegiate win against Yale and later saved a win over Iona with three shutout innings on only 30 pitches. A former Vermont standout and MAAC All-Academic selection, Kelly looks like a competitive, low-drama lefty whose utility and poise make him a useful fit for teams needing innings and leverage relief.