Reyes’ versatility is noted on Baseball Reference, listing him as a right fielder, first baseman, and third baseman. With the big club set at Harper at first, Bohm at third, Marsh in left, and Garcia in right, Reyes will join veterans Dylan Moore and Edmundo Sosa on the Phillies’ bench. He figures to see time as a corner outfielder and could become Harper’s primary backup at first base.
Reyes is not a top-30 prospect in Philadelphia’s system; his promotion is fueled by performance in the minors. In 18 Triple-A games, he has slashed .333/.345/.654 for a 1.000 OPS, adding eight doubles, six home runs, and 15 RBIs.
The 2024 season showcased Reyes’ breakout potential, following a strong Double-A campaign in 2024 in which he hit .335 with 15 home runs, 34 doubles, four triples, and 13 stolen bases across 95 games, producing a 0.937 OPS. He also posted a solid showing for the Toros in the Dominican Winter League, finishing with a .759 OPS in 25 games.
Kemp, who debuted with Philadelphia in 2025, posted a .234/.298/.411 line in 62 games that season, with 91 OPS+ and -0.2 bWAR. In 2026, his numbers have fallen to -0.6 bWAR across 10 games, with two singles and a walk in 22 plate appearances and a -20 OPS+. The Phillies’ decision to replace Kemp with Reyes reflects a shift toward immediate production, though Kemp enjoyed notable 2025 success in Lehigh Valley and could return if he recaptures his form.
