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How Denzel Clarke Fits on 2027 Athletics Roster

Because the A's are eliminated from playoff contention, the last few weeks of play have been mostly just position battles for next season and figuring out which players should be part of a playoff-hopeful 2027 team.

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Athletics Reinstate Denzel Clarke From 60-Day IL

The Athletics announced today that they have reinstated outfielder Denzel Clarke from the 60-day injured list and recalled right-hander Yunior Tur. Those will be the club’s two additions with rosters expanding from 26 to 28 today.

Athletics News / New Baseball Media / May 22

2026 Injury Report: Updates on Acuna Jr., Clarke, Snelling

The Marlins officially lost one of the top prospects for the rest of the 2026 campaign and beyond, as Robby Snelling will need season-ending elbow surgery.

Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 21

Denzel Clarke Out Beyond All-Star Break With Hamstring Strain

The Athletics announced this evening that center fielder Denzel Clarke suffered a high-grade strain of his left hamstring while playing in a rehab game.

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Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 22

A’s Place Denzel Clarke On Injured List

The Athletics placed center fielder Denzel Clarke on the 10-day injured list before today’s loss in Seattle. Colby Thomas was recalled from Triple-A Las Vegas to take the vacated active roster spot.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 22

Athletics place OF Denzel Clarke (foot) on 10-day injured list

The Athletics placed outfielder Denzel Clarke on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday due to a bone bruise in his right foot. In a corresponding move, the Athletics recalled outfielder Colby Thomas from Triple-A Las Vegas.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / April 22

Does Moving Gelof to Center Mean the A's Are Ready to Move on From Clarke?

In what is arguably the biggest series of the season so far, the A's have been playing their "A" game on the road against the Seattle Mariners, taking the first two games and securing a series win with a chance for a sweep on Wednesday.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / April 15

A's Denzel Clarke making it 'look easy' ahead of rematch vs. Rangers

Denzel Clarke's bat often is quiet, but his glove continues to be a loud winning ingredient. The Athletics' center fielder excels at robbing homers, with the latest time coming on Tuesday.

Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / April 11

Denzel Clarke gives up home run on robbery attempt

Athletics center fielder Denzel Clarke has shown himself capable of stealing home runs during his MLB career. On Saturday, his attempt to do so against the New York Mets went very wrong.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / April 8

The A's Early Defensive Leader Isn't Who You'd Expect

Denzel Clarke is arguably not only the best defensive player on the A's, but also in all of Major League Baseball. Yet after nine games this season he is not the player in green and gold atop the defensive leaderboards.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / April 2

What Denzel Clarke is Showing Us Right Now Should Have A's Fans Paying Attention

On the one hand, the A's are 1-5 after six games this season, but it's way too early to panic. On the other, centerfielder Denzel Clarke is showing us some real advancement in his metrics that we shouldn't ignore, either.

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Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / April 1

Athletics’ Denzel Clarke is back making insane centerfield catches with this home run robbery

Home run robberies are one of the best moments in baseball. The thrill of bringing back a home run is arguably a greater feeling than hitting one. Athletics star outfielder Denzel Clarke is back, making awesome catches around the wall.

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / March 21

A's Most Glaring Question in Center Before Opening Day

Denzel Clarke burst onto the scene last season by making a multitude of highlight catches in his first few weeks of being a big leaguer, and immediately cementing himself as arguably the best glove in baseball.

Athletics News / Bluejaysnation / January 20

Canadian Denzel Clarke discusses his first big league season and the upcoming World Baseball Classic

It was a good year for Canadian baseball. Over 24 affiliated Canadians stepped foot on a big league diamond in 2025, including newcomers Jonah Tong (Markham, Ont.), Tristan Peters (Winkler, Man.), Liam Hicks (Toronto, Ont.), and Owen Caissie (Burlington, Ont.).

Athletics News / Athletics on SI / November 1

Can Denzel Clarke Hit Enough to Remain A's Centerfielder?

Denzel Clarke made quite a first impression in his first stint in the big leagues, making his mark as arguably the best defensive centerfielder in the game after just 47 games in green and gold.

Athletics News / Field Level Media / July 22, 2025

A's place defensive whiz Denzel Clarke (adductor) on 10-day IL

The Athletics placed highlight-reel center fielder Denzel Clarke on the 10-day injured Tuesday due to a right adductor strain. Clarke underwent an MRI exam on Monday to determine the severity.

Athletics News / Dice City Sports / July 5, 2025

Denzel Clarke Provides Fireworks In A’s 11-2 Win Over The Giants

The rookie center fielder put on another show in the Oakland Athletics’ 11–2 victory over the San Francisco Giants, crushing a towering 471-foot home run in the 7th inning that left the stadium buzzing.

Athletics News / Larry Brown Sports / June 21, 2025

Denzel Clarke makes yet another unreal catch

Denzel Clarke continues to strengthen his case to win a Gold Glove in his rookie season. The Athletics center fielder has been a one-man highlight reel over the past several weeks.

Athletics News / Dice City Sports / June 11, 2025

Denzel Clarke Takes MLB By Storm

One of the greatest catches that we’ve ever seen was made by Athletics’ rising star Denzel Clarke. So far some of the best catches made in this season have been made by Clarke.

MLB News / Yardbarker / June 9, 2025