Kelly generated a 2.25 ERA across eight innings over eight Cactus League appearances.
Kelly did allow eight hits, but he issued just one walk against seven strikeouts while not allowing a homer. The right-hander struggled mightily in his time with the White Sox in 2022. posting a 6.08 ERA and 53:23 K:BB across 43 appearances. However, the 34-year-old has made a habit of bouncing back from poor campaigns with positive ones the following year. Kelly will likely work in a setup role in 2023, but he could see some save opportunities with the White Sox having no set closer to begin the season.