7 Baseball Players who Played for Angels and Reds
There is a good chance that if you’ve found this page then you’re playing the Immaculate Grid.
That also means that today’s grid has asked for players that have played for both the Los Angeles Angels and Cincinnati Reds.
And, it also means that you’re probably stuck on this particular box and you’re looking for a little help. Sound about right so far?
Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played on both the Angels and Reds.
Popular Choices
Guys in this tier will be popular choices for Immaculate Grid because of the impact they made with both clubs and oftentimes the recency they’ve suited up in both uniforms.
Brandon Drury
Brandon Drury is in his 9th season in the majors. He’s been a bit of a journeyman in his career, playing for 7 different clubs in 9 seasons including the Diamondbacks, Blue Jays, Mets, Padres, Angels, Reds and Yankees.
His best season was arguably last year (2022) when he split time with the Reds and Padres, hitting .320 with 28 home runs and 87 RBIs earning him a Silver Slugger Award.
Because he’s very recently suited up for a number of different teams, Drury could be a popular choice for multiple grids.
*Drury was the most popular choice for this square in a previous grid (Grid 99).
Frank Robinson
Frank Robinson, who had a stellar 21-year career from 1956 to 1976, was a trailblazer and one of the greatest players in MLB history. As an outfielder, he played for the Reds, Orioles, Dodgers, Angels, and Indians.
Robinson had a career batting average of .294 and hit an impressive 586 home runs. He was named to the All-Star team 14 times, won two World Series championships with the Orioles, and received the MVP award in both the National League and American League.
In his MVP seasons, he hit .323 with 37 home runs for the Reds in 1961 and .316 with 49 home runs for the Orioles in 1966, winning the Triple Crown that year. His accomplishments led to his induction into the Hall of Fame in 1982.
Robinson Key Stats
- Hall of Fame
- MVP (Reds, Orioles)
- Rookie of the Year (Reds)
- All-Star (Reds, Orioles, Angels)
- Gold Glove (Reds)
- 500+ Career Home Runs
- 40+ Home Run Season (Orioles)
- 100+ RBI Season (Reds, Orioles)
- 200+ Hit Season (Reds)
Raisel Iglesias
Raisel Iglesias is in his 9th season in the majors and is currently pitching for the Atlanta Braves. Prior to Atlanta, he played 6 six seasons with the Reds and 2 with the Dodgers.
Iglesias has been utilized primarily as a closer/reliever in his career and has already notched 174 saves as I’m writing this.
Given his productivity and how recently he’s played with both clubs, Iglesias could be a popular pick for this square.
Rare Choices
Players in this tier are generally well-remembered for one of the teams but not necessarily both.
Jim Edmonds
Jim Edmonds was a superstar in baseball from 1993 to 2010, mostly known for his time with the Angels and Cardinals, but also played for the Padres, Reds, Cubs and Brewers. Edmonds was a serious threat at the plate and a wizard in the outfield, helping the Cardinals snag a World Series ring in 2006.
He hit over 390 home runs and kept a solid .284 batting average throughout his career. Edmonds was selected for the All-Star game four times and earned eight Gold Gloves for his spectacular defensive plays.
Dave Parker
Dave Parker, who played from 1973 to 1991, is best known for his time as an outfielder with the Pittsburgh Pirates and Cincinnati Reds. However, he also made stops with the A’s, Angels, Blue Jays and Brewers.
Parker was a powerhouse at the plate, racking up over 2,700 hits, 339 home runs, and maintained a .290 career batting average. He was a seven-time All-Star (Pirates, Reds, Brewers) and won two National League batting titles. His crowning achievement was in 1978 when he won the National League MVP award with the Pirates.
Also recognized for his defensive skills, Parker won three Gold Gloves (Pirates). His combination of power, hitting ability, and fielding skills made him one of the standout players of his era and led to his induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2021.
Ron Gant
Ron Gant played from 1987 to 2003 and is probably best remembered for his time with the Braves and Reds. However, Gant played for 8 teams over his 16-year career making him an extremely versatile Immaculate Grid player.
Gant brought a dynamic mix of power and speed to the game, hitting over 300 home runs and stealing more than 240 bases during his career. In 1993, Gant hit a career-high 36 home runs and drove in 117 RBIs while finishing 5th in MVP voting.
Gant was a two-time All-Star and his 30-30 seasons (30 home runs and 30 stolen bases) in 1990 and 1991 were also high points in his career. After a devastating motorcycle accident before the 1994 season, Gant made an impressive comeback, proving his resilience and further endearing him to fans.
Dante Bichette
Possibly best known for his mullet, Dante Bichette was a major force at the plate during his 14-year career. I will always remember Bichette in a Rockies uniform, but he also played for the (California) Angels, Red Sox, Brewers and Reds.
Bichette was part of the Rockies’ “Blake Street Bombers,” and his 1995 season was particularly epic, hitting over .340 with 40 home runs and 128 RBIs – finishing second in MVP voting.
For his career, he hit over 270 homers and drove in over 1100 RBIs. Bichette made the All-Star team four times.
