If Kody Clemens makes it to the major leagues, he’s sure to be a favorite. He’s a mentally tough player who checks all the boxes for “gritty dirtbag” status. He brings an in-your-face, Ian Kinsler-ish attitude with him to the diamond that makes him a lot of fun to watch. And yes, his dad is legendary pitcher Roger Clemens, who will presumably, at some point, be inducted to the Hall of Fame.
Bloodlines aren’t everything, though. They come with as much pressure as opportunity. Clemens earned his position on our list here at Bless You Boys with a standout debut in his first year in the organization.