The Phillies continued to cut down their 40-man roster today, removing B.J. Rosenberg. The 29-year-old reliever cleared waivers and has cleared waivers and been outrighted to Lehigh Valley with the option of electing to become a free agent.
A 13th round pick in the 2008 draft, Rosenberg never consistenly pitched well this season, posting a 6.75 ERA over just 13 games for the Phillies. After finishing 2013 strong, Rosenberg looked to be a solid 6th or 7th inning guy for Ryne Sandberg, but could never develop any sort of comfort level on the mound. He went 2-1 with a 5.73 ERA in 22 minor league innings as well this year.
The Phillies now stand at 38 players on their 40-man roster and that will drop after Wil Nieves, Kyle Kendrick and Mike Adams become free agents next week.
According to Matt Gelb of the Philadelphia Inquirer, Nefi Ogando could replace Rosenberg on the roster. He was named to the Arizona Fall League all-star game, posting a 2.08 ERA in seven outings. If the Phillies choose not to put him on the 40-man, Ogando could be selected in the Rule 5 draft.
Brandon Apter, Publishing Editor for Philliedelphia.com
