History of Denzel Clarke in Timeline

Denzel Leslie Clarke is a Canadian professional baseball outfielder currently playing for the Athletics in Major League Baseball (MLB). He began his MLB career in 2025.

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May 1, 2000: Denzel Clarke's Birth

On May 1, 2000, Denzel Leslie Clarke was born. He is now a Canadian professional baseball outfielder.

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2018: Drafted by the New York Mets

In 2018, Clarke was drafted by the New York Mets in the 36th round of the Major League Baseball Draft but did not sign. He then played college baseball at California State University, Northridge.

2021: Drafted by the Oakland Athletics

In 2021, after three years at Northridge, Clarke was drafted by the Oakland Athletics in the fourth round of the MLB Draft and signed with them.

2022: Ascension through leagues and All-Star Futures Game selection

In 2022, Clarke started with the Stockton Ports before being promoted to the Lansing Lugnuts. That July 2022, he was selected to play in the All-Star Futures Game.

2023: Playing for the Midland RockHounds

In 2023, Clarke spent the season with the Double-A Midland RockHounds, where he participated in 64 contests and achieved a batting average of .261/.381/.496.

2024: Continued Play with Midland and Addition to 40-Man Roster

In 2024, Clarke returned to Midland, playing in 116 games. Following the 2024 season, the Athletics added Clarke to their 40-man roster to protect him from the Rule 5 draft.