Twins’ Kody Clemens Has Special Fenway Park Moment in Front of Father Roger

Kody Clemens launched a home run at Fenway Park Friday night, then flashed a horns-up gesture toward his father Roger watching from a suite. It was a perfect father-son moment at the ballpark where Roger dominated for years as one of baseball’s premier pitchers.

Playing in his first game at Fenway as a member of the Minnesota Twins, Kody connected for the memorable blast in a place that holds special meaning for the Clemens family.

“It’s exciting,” Clemens said before the game. “I always wanted to play here. I love the atmosphere and how the fans feel like they’re right on top of you. They’re engaged in the game. It’s exciting.”

Roger didn’t hide his emotions after watching his son go deep, immediately taking to social media to celebrate the moment.

Let’s go!!! Proud dad moment https://t.co/R65GC2Hgs9

— Roger Clemens (@rogerclemens) May 3, 2025

The 28-year-old Kody is now in his fourth big league season, carving out his own path in the majors. The homer marked the 15th of his MLB career, where he’s battled to establish himself as a utility infielder despite a .195 career batting average.

Following in the footsteps of a father who won seven Cy Young Awards can’t be easy. Roger’s legendary status in Boston – where he won three of those Cy Youngs and struck out 20 batters in a game twice – casts a long shadow.

But moments like this make the journey worthwhile. The younger Clemens now has his own Fenway memory to cherish – one that bridges generations and connects father and son through the game they both love.