The Philadelphia Phillies have acquired infielder Buddy Kennedy from the Detroit Tigers in exchange for cash considerations. Kennedy, a native of Millville, New Jersey, had been designated for assignment by the Tigers on Monday. He will be added to the Phillies' 40-man roster, providing minor-league depth for the team. This move has been speculated as a potential homecoming for Kennedy.
Phillies acquire Millville’s Buddy Kennedy from Detroit Tigers ⬇️ https://t.co/qoHJgEs9zT
Breaking news: after years of speculation about a potential homecoming, the Phillies have finalized a deal to acquire Millville (NJ) native…Buddy Kennedy. From the Tigers. For cash considerations.
Tigers designated Buddy Kennedy for assignment on Monday. The Millville, NJ native goes close to home. https://t.co/c87z1Z25HI
The Phillies acquired infielder Buddy Kennedy, who had been designated for assignment by Detroit, for cash. He goes on the 40-man roster. Minor-league depth. Millville kid.
The Tigers have traded INF Buddy Kennedy to Philadelphia in exchange for cash considerations.