Taylor Clarke

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43+1⁄3 innings pitched. On November 30, 2021, he was non-tendered by the Diamondbacks, making him a free agent. [14]

Kansas City Royals

On December 1, 2021, Clarke signed a major league contract with the Kansas City Royals. [15] In 47 appearances for the Royals in 2022, he registered a 4.04 ERA with 48 strikeouts and 3 saves across 49.0 innings of work. [16]

Clarke made 58 appearances for Kansas City in 2023, posting a 5.95 ERA with 65 strikeouts and 3 saves across 59.0 innings pitched. [17]

Milwaukee Brewers

On December 14, 2023, the Royals traded Clarke to the Milwaukee Brewers in exchange for minor leaguers Cam Devanney and Ryan Brady. [18] On March 30, 2024, Clarke underwent surgery to repair a torn meniscus in his right knee, ruling him out for 6–8 weeks. [19] He was designated for assignment following the acquisition of Aaron Civale on July 3. [20] Clarke cleared waivers and was sent outright to the Triple–A Nashville Sounds on July 7. [21] He elected free agency on October 9. [22]

Kansas City Royals (second stint)

On December 12, 2024, Clarke signed a minor league contract with the Kansas City Royals. [23] He began the 2025 season with the Triple-A Omaha Storm Chasers, recording a 4.40 ERA with nine strikeouts over 10 games. On May 1, 2025, the Royals selected Clarke's contract, adding him to their active roster. [24]

Personal life

Clarke was born with paralysis of the muscles on the right side of his face. [25]

Clarke and his wife, also named Taylor, have twin sons together. [26]

References

  1. ↑ "Inside a Pitcher's Mind with Taylor Clarke". MiLB.com. May 28, 2020. Retrieved April 25, 2025.
  2. ↑ "Arizona Nabs Taylor Clarke in Third Round – Missoula Osprey News". Missoula Osprey. Retrieved June 21, 2015.
  3. ↑ Tariq Lee (May 22, 2014). "After Tommy John surgery and leaving Towson, Taylor Clarke stars for College of Charleston". Washington Post. Retrieved June 21, 2015.
  4. ↑ "Loudoun native Taylor Clarke goes to Diamondbacks in third round of MLB draft". loudountimes.com. June 9, 2015. Retrieved June 21, 2015.
  5. ↑ Daniel Gallen (June 9, 2015). "Taylor Clarke selected by Diamondbacks; Rangers tab Michael Matuella". Washington Post. Retrieved June 21, 2015.
  6. ↑ Damien Alameda (June 16, 2015). "Dbacks agree to terms with 25 Draft Picks". tucsonnewsnow.com. Retrieved June 21, 2015.
  7. ↑ "Hillsboro Hops reveal 2015 roster two days before season opener". OregonLive.com. June 17, 2015. Retrieved June 21, 2015.
  8. ↑ "Taylor Clarke Stats, Fantasy & News".
  9. ↑ "Taylor Clarke Stats, Highlights, Bio – MiLB.com Stats – The Official Site of Minor League Baseball". Minor League Baseball . Retrieved February 18, 2018.
  10. ↑ "Diamondbacks' moves protect against another Rule 5 loss".
  11. ↑ Kuebel, Tom (April 20, 2019). "D-backs recall pitcher Taylor Clarke from Triple-A Reno, option Locastro". arizonasports.com. Arizona Sports 98.7 FM. Retrieved April 20, 2019.
  12. ↑ "Arizona Diamondbacks boxscore April 20, 2019". MLB.com. April 20, 2019. Retrieved April 20, 2019.
  13. ↑ "2020 Arizona Diamondbacks Reviews #20: Taylor Clarke". December 17, 2020.
  14. ↑ "National League Non-Tenders 11/30/21". MLB Trade Rumors. November 30, 2021.
  15. ↑ "Royals To Sign Taylor Clarke To Major League Deal". MLB Trade Rumors.
  16. ↑ "2022 season in review - Taylor Clarke". royalsreview.com. Retrieved December 21, 2023.
  17. ↑ "Kansas City Royals, Reliever Taylor Clarke Agree to Deal to Avoid Arbitration". si.com. Retrieved December 21, 2023.
  18. ↑ "Royals send Clarke to Brewers, finalize Lugo". ESPN.com. December 14, 2023. Retrieved May 22, 2024.
  19. ↑ "Brewers' Taylor Clarke: Undergoes surgery". cbssports.com. Retrieved April 6, 2024.
  20. ↑ "Brewers Designate Taylor Clarke For Assignment". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved July 4, 2024.
  21. ↑ "Brewers' Taylor Clarke: Outrighted to Triple-A". cbssports.com. Retrieved July 10, 2024.
  22. ↑ Minor League Baseball
  23. ↑ "Royals, Taylor Clarke Agree To Minor League Deal". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved December 18, 2024.
  24. ↑ "Royals Select Taylor Clarke, Option Noah Cameron". mlbtraderumors.com. Retrieved May 1, 2025.
  25. ↑ Piecoro, Nick (March 9, 2019). "Shaped by facial paralysis, Taylor Clarke embracing MLB spotlight with Diamondbacks". Arizona Central. Retrieved April 20, 2019.
  26. ↑ "It's a Father's Day weekend to remember for Diamondbacks rookie Taylor Clarke".
Taylor Clarke
Kansas City Royals – No. 45
Pitcher
Born: (1993-05-13) May 13, 1993 (age 32)
Ashburn, Virginia, U.S.
Bats: Right
Throws: Right
MLB debut
April 20, 2019, for the Arizona Diamondbacks
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