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Kody Clemens Reportedly Makes Phillies’ Opening Day Roster
By Luke Arcaini
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Kody Clemens has been told that he’s made the Opening Day roster, per Todd Zolecki and Matt Gelb:
Kody Clemens has been told he will make the team. The Phils will try to trade Buddy Kennedy in the next few days. If they can’t trade him before rosters are set Thursday, he will be DFA’d.
— Todd Zolecki (@ToddZolecki) March 24, 2025
Clemens and Buddy Kennedy were fighting for the last two spots throughout camp since Weston Wilson went down with an injury. The Phillies opted to take another left-handed bat on the roster.
Kennedy was working more in the outfield throughout the offseason and a bit during spring training, but the Phillies ultimately went with Clemens. The team will reportedly try to trade Kennedy before Thursday’s deadline to finalize the roster. If a trade doesn’t happen, he’ll be designated for assignment.
The roster is now unofficially set. Matt Strahm is not yet confirmed as 100% good to go, but Michael Mercado being optioned was a good sign there. Barring anything crazy, this is your Opening Day roster:
Starting Pitchers
- Zack Wheeler
- Jesus Luzardo
- Aaron Nola
- Cristopher Sanchez
- Taijuan Walker
Relief Pitchers
- Matt Strahm
- Jordan Romano
- Orion Kerkering
- Jose Alvarado
- Joe Ross
- Jose Ruiz
- Carlos Hernandez
- Tanner Banks
Infielders/DH
- Kyle Schwarber
- JT Realmuto
- Bryce Harper
- Bryson Stott
- Trea Turner
- Alec Bohm
Outfielders
- Max Kepler
- Brandon Marsh
- Nick Castellanos
Bench
- Rafael Marchan
- Edmundo Sosa
- Johan Rojas
- Kody Clemens
Luke Arcaini writes about the Phillies for Crossing Broad, covers the Phillies for FOX Sports The Gambler, and co-hosts "Phillies Digest" on YouTube. The wave is the worst thing in all of sports. Contact: lukearcaini8@gmail.com