Kentucky baseball lands an All-A-10 OF from the transfer portal

The Kentucky Wildcats baseball season ended in disappointment after being just an inning away from making the Super Regionals. Instead, they are looking ahead to 2027, hoping to improve on what they accomplished in 2026. The Cats are actively adding players from the transfer portal, and on Monday they got a good one in former Saint Joseph’s outfielder Alex Kelsey.

Kentucky is set to lose elite shortstop Tyler Bell, who is a likely first round draft pick. They could also be losing postseason hero Jayce Tharnish. It’s Tharnish that Kelsey could be the replacement for if he decides to enter the draft as well.

Last season, Kelsey was terrific, hitting .373 with 14 doubles, 3 homeruns, 35 RBIs, and 22 stolen bases. His play earned him a spot on the A-10’s all-conference team, and plenty of attention from programs looking for outfield help. Kentucky beat out Clemson to get his commitment.

Kelsey becomes Kentucky’s eighth transfer portal commitment, and the second outfielder, this offseason. Whether Tharnish returns or not, Kelsey will have a spot in the lineup, and should be a key contributor next season.

This article originally appeared on UK Wildcats Wire: Kentucky baseball lands outfielder Alex Kelsey from transfer portal