Not Fahr From Home: Blue Crabs’ Second Baseman a Consistent Presence

Team hit leader gives much more than just a steady bat

Having a steady presence on the infield can be a cornerstone of a successful team. Plenty of teams have a player that held down a position for several years to gain veneration from the fanbase. It can be hard to fulfill this title as a second baseman, as the position can fly under the radar in the modern era of the sport. But this season, Brody Fahr has locked down the position while emerging as one of the Atlantic League’s best contact hitters.

Fahr followed Blue Crabs manager Brett Jodie from the Lincoln Saltdogs of the American Association to Southern Maryland after the 2025 season. Fahr batted .256 with four home runs and 45 RBI over 94 games with Lincoln. 

“That decision was a no-brainer for me,” said Fahr. “I loved playing for him last year. When he asked me to come [to the Blue Crabs], I didn’t even give it a second thought.”

A native of Greer, SC, Fahr spent much of his early athletic career close to home. He attended Presbyterian College in his home state and played four seasons for the Blue Hose baseball team and earned First Team All-Big South accolades during his senior year. He has ventured out quite a bit as a professional player.

“It was nice staying close to home. I was only about 45 minutes away when I was at Presbyterian. Then last year, I was 18 hours away in Nebraska. I’m a little closer now, about eight hours, but it’s a little different. My family has been super supportive through this whole process and the travel has gotten a little easier. But I don’t think my mom was very happy when I left home at first.”

Fahr's tenure with Southern Maryland is not his first time suiting up for a team in Maryland. He played with the Frederick Keys in the MLB Draft League after his senior year in 2024. He stayed with the Keys in both halves of a season that divides between amateur and professional portions around the first-year player draft in July. He had a solid performance on the field, batting .311 over 69 games, but he valued what he learned about being a leader.

“I was the only guy on the team that stayed for both halves. I was basically playing for a new team, but in the same environment, so I was a little more comfortable than some of the guys that were rolling in. Many players asked me questions and I was happy to help them out.”

Throughout the year, Fahr formed a dynamic defensive tandem with shortstop Viandel Pena. Although Pena has moved on to the Detroit Tigers organization, he has maintained his strong defensive form to the tune of a .983 fielding percentage.

“I’m just trying to support the pitchers. I know they’re battling up there to get outs. Especially if things aren’t going well for me at the plate, I know I can pick it up defensively. I know I can make a play, save a run, and hopefully help win the game that way.”

Fahr hasn’t had to worry about hitting struggles very much this season. Entering Thursday’s game against Lancaster, he leads the team with a .314 batting average and .405 on-base percentage. He also posted the Atlantic League’s longest hitting streak of the year with a 21-game heater from May 26 through June 23.

“I really just try to make the adjustment where the next day is a new day. I didn’t do that as well last year and I struggled a little more. So the more mature I become in that approach, the more consistent I can be.”

Fahr is striving to keep his elevated numbers in place as the calendar turns over to August, but he also appreciates being part of a winning culture with Southern Maryland.

“Seeing these guys continue their professional career is awesome. We have to keep playing our game, get ready for the playoffs, and hopefully bring home the championship.”

The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs have been proud members of the Atlantic League since 2008, the fourth-longest tenured team in the league. With a proud tradition of success on and off the field, many players have found a home while playing in front of Crustacean Nation, the nickname for the Blue Crabs’ avid fanbase. A host of former Major Leaguers have played for the Blue Crabs, including Chien-Ming Wang, Pat Mahomes Sr., and team legend Daryl Thompson. Many players have also made it to the Major Leagues after playing with Southern Maryland, including Isaac Mattson of the Pittsburgh Pirates. 2026 marks the 18th season of Blue Crabs baseball at Regency Furniture Stadium, where Clawsome Times Await.