The Phillies made their final 25 man roster decisions after this afternoon's exhibition game against the Pirates. After the dismissal of Luis Castillo earlier this afternoon, Michael Martinez became a shoo-in. In somewhat of a surprise, Pete Orr -- who managed a triple this afternoon, one of the Phillies two hits -- was selected. Apparently, Orr's ability to play third base persuaded Charlie Manuel, in light of Placido Polanco's wonky elbow.
As expected, Chase Utley, Domonic Brown, and Brad Lidge will all open the year on the Disabled List.
Despite an impressive spring, the Phillies (did the right thing and) sent reliever Michael Stutes to Triple-A Lehigh Valley, along with utility man Delwyn Young.
Without further ado, your Opening Day 2011 Philadelphia Phillies:
C - Carlos Ruiz
C - Brian Schneider
1B - Ryan Howard
IF - Wilson Valdez
IF - Pete Orr
IF - Michael Martinez
SS - Jimmy Rollins
3B - Placido Polanco
LF - Raul Ibanez
CF - Shane Victorino
RF - Ben Francisco
OF - John Mayberry, Jr.
IF/OF - Ross Gload
SP - Roy Halladay
SP - Cliff Lee
SP - Roy Oswalt
SP - Cole Hamels
SP - Joe Blanton
RP - Kyle Kendrick
RP - David Herndon
RP - Danys Baez
RP - J.C. Romero
RP - Ryan Madson
RP - Antonio Bastardo
RP - Jose Contreras