Kody Clemens was given an early shot with the Phillies to win a depth role to begin the 2025 season. The veteran responded by going 0/6 and making it clear the team had superior answers. While Clemens was never expected to be a major piece for Philly, it was noteworthy that the infielder moved on, landing with the Minnesota Twins after his early failure. The two sides are working out an early-season trade gave Clemons a better shot at playing time and cleared the way for the Phillies to fill out a now-healthy roster.
Edmundo Sosa has swung a hot bat in the first weeks of the season and is a far superior offensive option. For Clemons, the move hasn't worked out much better with the infielder hitting .143 in Minnesota while getting limited playing time. This speaks to an organization that quickly realized Clemens wasn't a fit and was able to pivot. This is part of what has made the Phillies so successful over the past handful of seasons.
Phillies Have Zero Reason to Regret the Decision to Move on from Kody Clemens
If the Phillies decide to explore further moves, it is unlikely they will be adding to an already solid infield. If Alec Bohm can figure things out at the plate, the team has every reason for confidence in their current construction. Considering Bryce Harper is yet to fully get going, there is reason for excitement as well about what this team's ceiling might be when both Harper and Bohm are finally able to produce at the expected levels.
Sosa has provided the needed depth and given the team confidence about their infield depth moving forward. Keeping this in mind, if the Phillies were to make a move ahead of this year's trade deadline, fans should expect an outfielder or a bullpen arm to be the primary targets. Unless Bohm grows unplayable, this is the only clear area of improvement.
For Clemens, the 2025 season is one that has continued to be mired in the frustration of a once-promising career. While the infielder's time in Philly was brief, the fan base wishes nothing but the best for the Minnesota infielder as they remain content having turned the page.