Phillies Add Blue Jays’ Former Switch-Hitter As Outfield Replacement
The Philadelphia Phillies have added former Toronto Blue Jays outfielder Steward Berroa to their roster as a replacement for Otto Kemp. Berroa, a switch-hitter, has experience in the majors and has been performing well in Triple-A. The Phillies are looking to enhance their speed and defense with this addition.
- ▪Steward Berroa is expected to join the Phillies' active roster after being claimed off waivers.
- ▪He has a .761 OPS in 168 plate appearances in Triple-A this season.
- ▪Berroa has played 30 career games in the majors with the Blue Jays and Brewers.
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BusinessSportsMoneyPhillies Add Blue Jays’ Former Switch-Hitter As Outfield ReplacementByPeter Chawaga,Contributor.Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Peter Chawaga is a writer and editor covering Major League Baseball.Follow AuthorMay 30, 2026, 06:00am EDTTORONTO, ON - JULY 3: Steward Berroa #37 of the Toronto Blue Jays looks on from the dugout before playing the Houston Astros in their MLB game at the Rogers Centre on July 3, 2024 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images)Getty ImagesThe Philadelphia Phillies returned this season with largely the same roster as it had in a disappointingly brief playoff run last year.After re-signing veterans Kyle Schwarber and JT Realmuto, the team appeared content to run it back.
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