Cole Poirrier brings veteran utility and late-inning grit to Nicholls
In the 2026 season, Cole Poirrier has given Nicholls a reliable multi-role arm, posting a 4.24 ERA with 18 strikeouts in 17 innings while also earning his first save in a perfect ninth against Southern Miss[1][2]. The big differentiator is versatility: he’s listed as a pitcher/outfielder and has shown he can handle pressure in relief, which makes him the kind of depth piece coaches trust when games get weird and rosters get thin[2][4]. If you need a competitive, right-handed strike-thrower who can cover innings and bring some sneaky toughness, he fits the bill[2][4].
