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Video: Kody Clemens makes strong impression with Twins after Phillies exit

Kody Clemens appears to have made a seamless transition to the Minnesota Twins. In his debut at-bat, he demonstrated his readiness after departing the Philadelphia Phillies, where he often vied for a starting role.

Kody Clemens #2 during his time with the Philadelphia Phillies looks on prior to Game One of the Division Series against the New York Mets at Citizens Bank Park on October 05, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
© Getty ImagesKody Clemens #2 during his time with the Philadelphia Phillies looks on prior to Game One of the Division Series against the New York Mets at Citizens Bank Park on October 05, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Kody Clemens wasted no time showcasing what he learned during his time with the Philadelphia Phillies. In his very first at-bat for the Minnesota Twins, he proved he’s ready to contribute, lacing a relatively easy double thanks to a hittable pitch from the opposition.

Kody Clemens’ debut game with the Twins served as an immediate indicator that he requires little to no adjustment and stands ready to contribute significantly when called upon. In just one plate appearance, he delivered a hit and scored a run, a stark contrast to his seven plate appearances with the Phillies in 2025 where he failed to score.

It’s anticipated that Clemens will fulfill a similar role with the Twins as he did with the Phillies, primarily as a bench player. In Minnesota, he’s projected to see time across the infield, as indicated by the team’s latest MLB depth chart where he’s listed as an option at any of the infield positions.

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Clemens’ Salary with the Twins

Mirroring his salary with the Phillies, Clemens will earn less than a million dollars playing for the Twins, specifically $646,620 for the 2025 season. The Philadelphia organization retains $111,915 of his salary.

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What was Kody Clemens’ best season?

To date, Clemens’ most statistically successful year was with the Phillies in 2023, at least in terms of batting average, hitting .230. That season, he produced 15 runs, 32 hits, 4 home runs, and 13 RBIs. He also recorded his highest number of plate appearances that year with 148 and his highest strikeout total with 40.

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