Zack Kelly| Year | W | L | Sv | Hold | IP | H | BB | SO | ER | ERA | WHIP | Rate |
| 2024 proj | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 12.0 | 11 | 6 | 9 | 5 | 3.75 | 1.375 | 2.8 |
| 2024 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 8 | 56.7 | 44 | 27 | 61 | 25 | 3.97 | 1.253 | 20.1 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 9.3 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 4 | 3.86 | 1.607 | 0.8 |
| 2022 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 13.7 | 14 | 4 | 11 | 6 | 3.95 | 1.317 | 3.1 |
| Date | News |
| 9/09/24 | Tom Caron: Bullpen spells doom for Red Sox's playoff chances. Reliever Zack Kelly delivers a pitch in the ninth inning of the Boston's 7-2 loss to the White Sox on Sunday in Boston. Kelly gave up five earned runs in the ninth inning. Red Sox fans got an ugly reminder Sunday that Boston didn't have enough relief pitching to get to the promised land this season. Source: https://www.centralmaine.com/2024/09/09/tom-caron-... |
| 9/09/24 | White Sox score 5 runs in the 9th and avoid a series sweep with 7-2 comeback win over the Red Sox. Dominic Fletcher’s RBI double sparked a five-run ninth inning and the Chicago White Sox avoided a three-game sweep with a 7-2 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Sunday. Chicago starter Chris Flexen’s winless streak extended to 21 straight starts — the longest in team history — after he was pulled with the game tied in the seventh inning. The 30-year-old right-hander gave up two runs on six hits, striking out six and walking one. Chicago (33-11) had lost 14 of its last 15 games before rallying against against Boston reliever Zack Kelly (6-3). Zach DeLoach added a two-run single in the ninth inning. Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/white-sox-sco... |
| 9/08/24 | White Sox score 5 runs in the 9th and avoid a series sweep with 7-2 comeback win over the Red Sox. Dominic Fletcher’s RBI double sparked a five-run ninth inning and the Chicago White Sox avoided a three-game sweep with a 7-2 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Sunday. Chicago starter Chris Flexen’s winless streak extended to 21 straight starts — the longest in team history — after he was pulled with the game tied in the seventh inning. The 30-year-old right-hander gave up two runs on six hits, striking out six and walking one. Chicago (33-11) had lost 14 of its last 15 games before rallying against against Boston reliever Zack Kelly (6-3). Zach DeLoach added a two-run single in the ninth inning. Source: https://www.chron.com/sports/article/white-sox-sco... |
| 8/21/24 | Red Sox Wrap: Boston Bullpen Blanks Astros For Series Win. Sign In The Red Sox took their series against the Houston Astros on Wednesday, earning a 4-1 victory at Minute Maid Park. Boston improved to 67-59 with the win, while Houston fell to 68-57. You can check out the full box score here . ONE BIG TAKEAWAY Zack Kelly, Josh Winckowski, Greg Weissert, Brennan Bernardino, Luis Garcia and Chris Martin blanked the Astros on Wednesday Story continues below advertisement No, we aren't joking. Red Sox manager Alex Cora made the bold decision to pull Cooper Criswell prior to his third turn through the order, ending his afternoon after just 4 2/3 innings and 80 pitches. Boston was forced to rely on the bullpen from there, and the results were likely the opposite Source: https://nesn.com/2024/08/red-sox-wrap-boston-bullp... |
| 8/15/24 | Red Sox' playoff hopes could depend on performance of beleaguered bullpen. “We're just getting hit, man,” said Cora. Despite a 2.89 ERA and a 1.157 WHIP, Zack Kelly has hurt the Sox recently. Since the All-Star break, Kelly has allowed eight of nine inherited runners to score while also yielding five homers in 11? innings. Kelly is pitching to the tune of a 6.35 ERA in that span. Source: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/08/15/sports/red-... |
| 8/05/24 | [Last Word on Sports] - Breakout Reliever Stabilizing Red Sox Bullpen. Every year, plenty of players come from seemingly nowhere to make a difference. Whether it’s a rookie who dominates or a minor-league journeyman who finally gets his shot, they can vault an organization to new heights. For the Boston Red Sox, there have been multiple players that fit this mold in 2024. And in a bullpen that includes veterans and inexperience, one player sticks out over the rest. may be the biggest name, but he isn’t the best story. Breakout reliever is stabilizing the Red Sox bullpen. Breakout Reliever Stabilizing Red Sox Bullpen Zack Kelly Finally Sticks In MLB Kelly had thrown just 23 innings in MLB before the 2024 campaign began. That inexperience hasn’t shown at all. Kelly initially didn’t even make Boston’s opening day roster, starting the year with Triple-A Worcester. He moved to the majors on April 24 and posted three scoreless outings in the month. Over five innings, he struck out six batters and allowed just one baserunner. That mostly spilled over into May, which, despite a few hiccups, was a strong month. After allowing two runs in his first game of the month, Kelly recorded a 1.63 ERA over the rest of May. Zack Kelly entered with the bases loaded and nobody out vs the Yankees Strikeout Strikeout Fly out WOW — Barstool Baseball (@StoolBaseball) Zack Kelly, Wicked 83mph Sweeper. ?? — Rob Friedman (@PitchingNinja) The right-hander had a 2.16 ERA on May 26 when, surprisingly, he was optioned back to the minor leagues. Kelly spent under two weeks with the WooSox before returning to Boston. When he entered the fray again, it was pure dominance in June. Kelly allowed just one run in 12 ? innings, striking out multiple batters in seven of his 10 contests. In total, he punched out 18 opponents and collected two wins. The Red Sox went 7-3 in games Kelly played and pushed themselves into playoff contention. He had a 0.71 ERA, 0.47 WHIP, and opponents batted an astounding .071 against Kelly. In that month alone, he proved that he deserved and earned his place in the backend of Boston’s bullpen. July wasn’t as pretty for the 29-year-old, who posted a 5.25 ERA in 12 innings. He had smaller blips and usually avoided snowballing outings. But despite the slight hurdle, his ERA still sat at 2.61 entering August. He struck out over a batter an inning, something that is now considered normal for Kelly. He hasn’t allowed a run in his last four games. It hasn’t always been the prettiest or easiest for Kelly. But a 2.55 ERA, 1.09 WHIP, and 46 strikeouts in 42 ? innings says something. Kelly isn’t someone who bounces between the majors and minors anymore. He’s a solidified and trusted major league reliever. ZACK KELLY HAS ICE IN HIS VEINS — Tyler Milliken ?? (@tylermilliken_) Kelly Proves Further Through Reliability Outside of his performances, Kelly has also been there to help an ailing organization. The Red Sox have dealt with multiple injuries this season and, in turn, have seen many faces switch between the minor and major leagues. Veteran is currently hurt and . Kelly has stepped right in and helped bridge the gap until Martin returns. Kelly also aided other season-ending injuries to pitchers like Garrett Whitlock. A more reliable bullpen means less pressure, and potential better productivity, for a starting rotation. Zack Kelly Before 2024 Kelly’s path to MLB consistency isn’t like many others. He played college ball at the Division II level for Concord University and Newberry College. After finishing up, Kelly went undrafted and was signed by the Oakland Athletics. He was released a year later, signed by the Los Angeles Angels, and was let go again in 2020. Boston swooped into the picture at the beginning of 2021. Kelly was strong in his first two seasons, ending with a 2.18 and 2.72 ERA respectively. He made his MLB debut in 2022, throwing 13 ? innings and recording a 3.95 ERA. Last year was rough for the reliever, who had an elbow injury that kept him off the field for most of the season. Kelly threw just over nine innings in the majors, surrendering four runs and seven hits. His rehab assignments in the minors were dreadful. He navigated them by allowing eight runs in just six innings. But Kelly rebounded with ease in 2024. Over his two stints in Triple-A, he didn’t give up a run, allowed just one hit, and threw nearly 11 innings. That has smoothly transitioned over to his play at the MLB level. Zack Kelly Beyond 2024 The Red Sox don’t have to worry about Kelly leaving the club in the future, with the right-hander for the foreseeable future. Boston can sit back, relax, and watch him continue to develop in front of its eyes. For Kelly, the feeling should be similar. The Red Sox were the ones who gave him his first shot at the major leagues. He’s in a comfortable scenario and has teammates he’s previously played with. Kelly may have blossomed into his present-day self late, but there’s no shame in that. If he continues on the current track, Boston has an absolute steal on its hands. It’s all ... Source: https://sportspyder.com/mlb/oakland-athletics/arti... |
| 7/31/24 | Red Sox reliever: 'It's probably one of my favorite outings of the year'. BOSTON — Red Sox reliever Zack Kelly hasn't pitched well during the second half. He entered the All-Star Break with a 1.45 ERA (18 ? innings, three earned runs) in his previous 14 outings. Manager Alex Cora even described him as “one of our best” the Saturday before the break. But the 29-year-old allowed five earned runs on six hits (three homers) and four walks in his first five outings of the second half. That included recording just one out while giving up a run, hit and two walks in Tuesday's loss to Seattle. But manager Alex Cora sent Kelly back out there Wednesday and he did the job. The Red Sox won 3-2 over Seattle here at Fenway Park. Kelly hurled a scoreless 10th inning, preventing the Source: https://www.masslive.com/redsox/2024/08/red-sox-re... |
| 7/30/24 | Mariners take care of sloppy Red Sox, 10-6. Red Sox pitcher Zack Kelly is pulled during the fifth inning against the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night in Boston. BOSTON — Monday's series opener saw the Red Sox put together one of their best offensive innings of the season to flip a game on its head. Putrid infield defense from the Red Sox opened the door wide open for the Mariners to score five runs in a brutal fifth inning and Seattle went on to win, relatively easily, 10-6, hours after the MLB trade deadline passed. Source: https://www.centralmaine.com/2024/07/30/mariners-t... |
| 6/25/24 | Zack Kelly backs up Jarren Duran’s All-Star bid with pointed message . "It’s ridiculous that Duran is 19th in AL outfielders [for voting]." The post Zack Kelly backs up Jarren Duran’s All-Star bid with pointed message appeared first on Boston.com. Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2024/... |
| 6/23/24 | Red Sox Wrap: Boston Outlasts Reds In Bullpen Game, Wins Series. The Red Sox won their fourth straight series Sunday afternoon when they defeated the Reds 7-4 at Great American Ball Park. Boston moved to 42-36 with the victory, while Cincinnati fell to 36-41. The Red Sox received four-plus innings from starters in their first two games against the Reds, but the visitors took a different approach Sunday. Boston opted for a bullpen game in the finale, with Zack Kelly taking the ball to open the matinee matchup. Source: https://nesn.com/2024/06/red-sox-wrap-boston-outla... |
| 6/23/24 | Red Sox right fielder not in the starting lineup for Game 3 vs. Reds. After the Boston Red Sox defeated the Cincinnati Reds 4-3 on Saturday, the two teams will meet again for the third and final game of the series on Sunday at Great American Ball Park. For this matchup, Boston will send reliever Zack Kelly to the mound while Cincinnati will counter with Nick Lodolo. Here's what Alex Cora's lineup, which won't feature Wilyer Abreu, will look like: Jarren Duran LF Rob Refsnyder DH Tyler O'Neill RF Rafael Devers 3B Connor Wong C Romy Gonzalez 2B Dom Smith 1B Ceddanne Rafaela CF David Hamilton SS Kelly has been awesome for Boston this year, posting a 1.75 ERA and 0.94 WHIP in his 19 appearances (one start). He pitched in Saturday's matchup, recording one out with a Source: https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/boston-red-sox... |
| 6/22/24 | Jarren Duran's legs, then glove give Red Sox close win over Reds. Zack Kelly was the winner with Kenley Jansen picking up his 14th save. Now 41-36, the Sox have won eight of 10. On another humid day at Great American Ball Park, the Sox had to sweat it out. After Duran's big catch, TJ Friedl singled with two outs in the ninth, bringing the dangerous Elly De La Cruz to the plate. Source: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/06/22/sports/jarr... |
| 6/17/24 | Zack Kelly escapes bases-loaded jam as Red Sox set club record with 9 steals in 9-3 win over Yankees. Boston's Zack Kelly escaped a bases-loaded, no-out jam in the seventh before Connor Wong had a two-run triple in the bottom of the inning, lifting the Red Sox to a 9-3 victory over the MLB-best New York Yankees on Sunday night. The Red Sox set a club record with nine stolen bases, with David Hamilton getting four, to take two of three games from the Yankees. Source: https://www.newscentermaine.com/article/sports/loc... |
| 6/17/24 | Red Sox set club record with 9 steals in 9-3 win over Yankees. Boston’s Zack Kelly escaped a bases-loaded, no-out jam in the seventh before Connor Wong had a two-run triple in the bottom of the inning, lifting the Red Sox to a 9-3 victory over the MLB-best New York Yankees on Sunday night The post Red Sox set club record with 9 steals in 9-3 win over Yankees appeared first on Boston.com. Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/boston-red-sox/2024/... |
| 6/16/24 | Zack Kelly escapes bases-loaded jam as Red Sox set club record with 9 steals in 9-3 win over Yankees. Boston’s Zack Kelly escaped a bases-loaded, no-out jam in the seventh before Connor Wong had a two-run triple in the bottom of the inning, lifting the Red Sox to a 9-3 victory over the MLB-best New York Yankees on Sunday night. The Red Sox set a club-record with nine stolen bases, with David Hamilton getting four, to take two of three games from the Yankees. Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/zack-kelly-escapes-bases-... |
| 6/10/24 | Red Sox rookie reliever reacts to first career save. The Boston Red Sox went into Sunday afternoon's matchup against the Chicago White Sox knowing that they'd be using a number of relievers with Zack Kelly being the opener. In total, Boston ended up with eight different pitchers take the mound throughout the 10-inning affair, including lefty Cam Booser, who closed out the game. Booser's two-strikeout scoreless inning secured the win for the Red Sox and gave the pitcher his first career save, which is a memory that the 32-year-old rookie will likely remember forever. Source: https://www.sportingnews.com/us/mlb/boston-red-sox... |
| 5/03/24 | Red Sox Reliever Embracing Bruins Fandom In Postseason. Zack Kelly is reaping all of the benefits of playing in Boston for the Red Sox. Embracing a new hockey fandom has been interesting for Kelly after growing up as a Washington Capitals fan, as he shared on NESN's “310 to Left” podcast. Source: https://nesn.com/2024/05/red-sox-reliever-embracin... |
| 4/24/24 | The hurts just keep on coming: Red Sox place Brayan Bello on injured list. Bello, who was scheduled to start in Thursday's series finale, added that the IL stint is just precautionary and he's confident about returning in the minimum number of days. “He'll be OK,” said Cora. To fill Bello's roster spot, the Red Sox recalled Zack Kelly from Triple A Worcester. Kelly made an immediate impression with two perfect innings to close out Wednesday's win, striking out three. Source: https://www.bostonglobe.com/2024/04/24/sports/red-... |
| 2/28/24 | How Red Sox RHP, new exec got to majors after start at tiny D2 school in West Virginia. A small Division II school in a 944-person town, Concord features a baseball field that is also used as the soccer field come fall. Reliever Zack Kelly pitched there in 2014 and 2015 before transferring to Newberry College and eventually joining the pro ranks as an undrafted free agent who signed for $500. New director of pitching Justin Willard played there and then became a graduate assistant pitching coach and recruiter in 2013. Source: https://www.masslive.com/redsox/2024/02/how-red-so... |
| 9/26/23 | Red Sox Reliever Provides Uplifting Moment In Loss To Rays. Red Sox reliever Zack Kelly didn't have a serious game face on when he trotted to the mound from the bullpen Tuesday night at Fenway Park. Instead, Kelly was just thoroughly enjoying the moment. “Running in from the bullpen I was smiling ear to ear,” Kelly told reporters as seen on NESN postgame coverage. It was a moment months in the making for Kelly and one that was never guaranteed to happen, either. Source: https://nesn.com/2023/09/red-sox-reliever-provides... |
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