Roger and Kody Clemens Share Special Moment in Spring Training

Yankees Stadium, New York – On March 4, 2023, former Major League Baseball pitcher Roger Clemens and his son, Kody Clemens, celebrated a heartfelt moment during a spring training game between the New York Yankees and the Philadelphia Phillies.

Roger Clemens, who played for the Yankees from 1999 to 2003, exchanged lineup cards with Kody, an infielder for the Phillies, marking a significant familial moment in baseball history. The game concluded with the Yankees defeating the Phillies 12-3, but the pregame exchange was the highlight of the day.

Kody Clemens, who is making his mark in the MLB, played second base and had one hit in two at-bats. Reflecting on the exchange, Clemens said, “This is what baseball is about. Moments like these are bigger than the game.”

Historically, the Clemens exchange echoes a similar moment in March 2022 when Dusty Baker and his son, Darren, exchanged cards during a game between the Houston Astros and Washington Nationals. That connection resonated throughout the league, demonstrating the generational bonds that baseball fosters.

Fans expressed their enthusiasm for the moment on social media, with comments like, “Congrats, Rocket!” and hopes for more father-son exchanges in the future. One fan noted, “It’s amazing to see your son in the big leagues. You were my favorite player growing up.”

The moments shared among baseball families highlight the sport’s tradition while providing heartwarming narratives that resonate with fans. The prospect of Kody continuing to play in the MLB brings joy not just to the Clemens family but also to the many fans who followed Roger’s career.