Kemp (Kneecap, Shoulder) Cleared to Start Spring Opener, Bat Cleanup

Otto Kemp, who underwent offseason surgeries for a fractured left kneecap and a cleaned-out left shoulder, is reportedly a full-go for spring training. He is slated to start in left field and bat cleanup in Saturday's Grapefruit League opener against the Blue Jays. The 26-year-old is expected to fill a super-utility role for the Philadelphia Phillies, having played four different positions as a rookie (3B, 1B, 2B, LF).