Buddy Kennedy Guaranteed World Series Ring After Unusual Season

Toronto, Canada — Former Philadelphia Phillies outfielder Buddy Kennedy is set to receive a World Series ring after playing for both the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers in the 2025 season. The two teams are scheduled to compete in the World Series, with the series starting on Friday.

Kennedy, a 27-year-old native of Millville, N.J., played a limited role in the major leagues this year, appearing in just two games with the Blue Jays and seven games with the Dodgers. His journey through the season included stints across three teams, making him one of the rare players to be part of both pennant-winning clubs.

While Kennedy’s impact on the field was minimal, his ability to secure a championship ring highlights the unique nature of this season. He is one of only two players, alongside pitcher José Ureña, to represent both teams that reached the World Series.

Kennedy’s season began with the Phillies, where he was involved in a spring training battle for a roster spot. Ultimately, he was designated for assignment and released before signing a minor league deal with the Blue Jays on July 9. Following that, he was selected to the roster on Aug. 5, but was designated for assignment again just a week later. The Dodgers claimed him in mid-August, where he played seven games before being DFA’d again.

Despite limited playing time, Kennedy will receive a ring once the World Series concludes, no matter the outcome. His stats include a .167 batting average with one double and one RBI across his appearances with both major league teams.

Also attesting to the spirit of competition, current Blue Jays players Davis Schneider and Joey Loperfido are in a position to earn their own World Series rings as they are part of the postseason roster. Schneider has played two games in the playoffs, while Loperfido has seen limited action.

As Kennedy prepares for the World Series, his teammate and fellow minor league player Justin Crawford, cousin of J.P. Crawford, is also making waves with his recent achievements in Seattle, further illuminating the success of former Phillies players in the current postseason landscape.