Denzel Clarke's role with A's uncertain after tough season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 5, 2026, 6:20 AM
Last updated Oct 5, 2026
Denzel Clarke's future with the Athletics is uncertain after he struggled in 2026 following a foot injury that sidelined him for most of the season. Despite showcasing excellent defensive skills, Clarke finished with a.158 batting average over 40 games. With Henry Bolte's strong performance, Clarke will need to impress in offseason activities to secure a spot for 2027. Athletics manager Mark Kotsay indicated Clarke should play winter ball to improve his hitting and compete for a position in spring training.
- •Clarke made his MLB debut in 2025 and impressed defensively.
- •In 2026, Clarke hit.158 with no home runs before injury.
- •Henry Bolte likely supplants Clarke as the starting center fielder.
- •Kotsay suggests Clarke must improve his offense to secure a job.
- •Clarke could be traded if he cannot reestablish himself.
- 6:20 AMYahoo Sports — Denzel Clarke's Glove May Not Be Enough to Keep His Role with the A's
"A's manager Mark Kotsay laid out what Clarke needs to show this offseason, and what's at stake if he doesn't.
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