Arroyo spent 2024 in Triple-A with the Brewers and hit .237/.305/.360. He last appeared in the big leagues in 2023 and is a career .252/.299/.394 hitter in 992 plate appearances. He’s a long shot to break camp with the Phillies.

Arroyo spent his last four seasons in Boston, where they played him all over the field including in the outfield for a brief stretch. While he did flash solid contact skills at times, he also hit just .241/.268/.369 over 206 plate appearances last season and was designated for assignment over the summer. The Brewers will likely be looking at him as a versatile bench bat who can play all over the field, but he will need to earn a spot in spring training.

Arroyo was bumped off the 40-man roster back in August and passed through waivers unclaimed. The 28-year-old hit just .241/.268/.369 over 206 plate appearances with the Red Sox this past season and will likely have to settle for a spring training invite this offseason.

Arroyo would have to sacrifice roughly $2 million left on his contract to elect free agency, so he’s going to remain with the Red Sox’ organization at Triple-A Worcester for the remainder of the year. The 28-year-old infielder went unclaimed on waivers after being designated for assignment last Friday.