Otto Kemp, an undrafted free agent, recently made his first big league start in left field for the Philadelphia Phillies after playing only seven games in the position at Triple-A this season. Veteran reporter Jim Salisbury believes Kemp's right-handed bat is a valuable addition to the struggling lineup, emphasizing the team's need for a solid hitting option. While Kemp has shown promise at the plate, his ability to adapt to left field remains a significant challenge as the trade deadline approaches.

The Phillies' regulars in left have struggled, with Max Kepler's performance against left-handed pitchers suffering in particular. Kemp is expected to share left field duties with Kepler in the upcoming series against left-handed starters in Houston, indicating a crucial moment for both players and the team’s playoff aspirations.