Alex Kelsey transfers from St. Joe’s to Kentucky baseball program
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:46 AM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
College SportsAlex Kelsey, a former All-State outfielder from Exeter, has announced his transfer to the University of Kentucky after two seasons at St. Joseph’s University. Kelsey, who had a strong performance in 2026, recorded a.373 batting average and was named to the Atlantic 10 All-Conference Team. He chose Kentucky over Clemson and arrives with two years of eligibility remaining. Kelsey looks to contribute to a Wildcats team that reached the NCAA Regional Final this past season.
- •Kelsey had a.996 OPS and 20 stolen bases in 2026.
- •He compiled a.348 career batting average at St. Joe's.
- •Kelsey started 55 games in 2026, recording 81 hits.
- •He was named to the Atlantic 10 All-Rookie Team as a freshman.
- •Kentucky finished the 2026 season with a 33-23 record.
- 3:46 AMYahoo Sports — College baseball: Exeter grad Alex Kelsey leaves St. Joe’s for an SEC school
"Former All-State Exeter Eagles outfielder Alex Kelsey has announced his transfer to the University of Kentucky after spending his first two collegiate seasons at St. Joseph’s University. The 2025 graduate chose the Wildcats over Clemson and will arrive in Lexington with two years of eligibility remaining. A Reading native, Kelsey started both of his seasons at St. Joseph’s and quickly ...
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