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Kaeden Kent's MLB Path
Giants' Kaeden Kent may become utility player after AFL success.
In brief
Giants' Kaeden Kent may become utility player after AFL success. Kaeden Kent could play as utility player for Giants after AFL performance. Originally reported by San Francisco Giants On SI.
Kaeden Kent's AFL Performance
Kaeden Kent impressed in eight games with Scottsdale Scorpions, slashing .333/.385/.375 with a double and two RBI.
Acquired from Yankees
San Francisco acquired Kent from New York Yankees via Heliot Ramos trade earlier this year.
2026 Season Stats
Kent reached High-A Eugene, slashing .298/.350/.440 with eight home runs and 48 RBI in 2026.
Potential 2028 Role
Kent could be an option for Giants as early as late 2028 after Double-A Richmond and Triple-A Sacramento seasons.
Positional Challenge
Giants have Willy Adames at shortstop on seven-year deal through 2031 and Marcelo Mayer at second base.
Shortstop Situation
Adames signed through 2031 on highest Giants contract ever, Mayer under team control until 2032.
Third Base Options
Matt Chapman missed end of season with core muscle injury but expected back in 2027, under contract through 2030.
Best Path Forward
Kent's best role is as utility player similar to Casey Schmitt, who is free agent after 2029 season.
The one thing
Kaeden Kent could play as utility player for Giants after AFL performance.
