8 Baseball Players who Played for A’s 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 who have played for both the Oakland A’s 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 for both the Athletics and the Reds.
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.
Joe Morgan
Joe Morgan, who played in the Major Leagues from 1963 to 1984, is best remembered for his time as a second baseman with the Cincinnati Reds. Over his 22-season career, Morgan recorded over 2500 hits, 268 home runs, and a .271 career batting average.
He was named an All-Star 10 times (Astros, Reds), 5x Gold Glove winner (Reds), won the National League MVP twice (in 1975 and 1976 with Reds), and was instrumental in leading the “Big Red Machine” Reds to back-to-back World Series championships in 1975 and 1976.
Known for his speed, power, and defensive skills at second base, Morgan was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1990, cementing his legacy as one of the sport’s greatest players.
Adam Dunn
Adam Dunn, who played from 2001 to 2014, is best known for his time as an outfielder and designated hitter with the Cincinnati Reds and Chicago White Sox.
Over his 14-season career, Dunn accumulated over 1600 hits, an impressive 462 home runs, and a .237 career batting average. He was named an All-Star twice (Reds, White Sox) and was notable for his significant home run power and ability to draw walks, leading the league in walks twice and regularly ranking among the top in home runs.
Dunn went over 40 home runs in a season with the Reds and White Sox and over 100 RBIs with the Reds and Nationals (both possible Immaculate Grid stat boxes).
Sonny Gray
Sonny Gray was drafted by the Oakland Athletics in the first round of the 2011 MLB Draft as the 18th overall pick. Known for his competitive nature and a mix of effective pitches, Gray has been a very effective starting pitcher in the major leagues.
He made his MLB debut with the Athletics in 2013, and in 2015, he was named an All-Star for the first time, finishing that season with a 2.73 ERA and placing third in the AL Cy Young Award voting.
Gray’s career has also included stints with the New York Yankees, Cincinnati Reds and Minnesota Twins. His performance with the Reds during the 2019 season was particularly impressive, as he compiled a 2.87 ERA, 205 strikeouts and earned his second All-Star selection.
*Gray was the most popular player for this square in a previous grid (Grid 143)
Gray Key Stats
- All-Star (Athletics, Reds, Twins)
- 200+ Strikeout Season (Reds)
Sean Doolittle
Sean Doolittle is a pitcher perhaps best known for his time with the Washington Nationals in Major League Baseball from 2017 to 2020, during which he played a key role as a reliever for the team.
He helped the Nationals win their first World Series championship in 2019. However, his career began with the Oakland Athletics, where he spent five seasons as a standout reliever, earning an All-Star nod in 2014.
Doolittle’s ability to generate strikeouts, combined with his low walk rate, made him a valuable asset in high-leverage situations.
Doolittle Key Stats
- All-Star (Athletics, Nationals)
- World Series Champion (Nationals)
Aaron Harang
Aaron Harang is best known for his time with the Reds but had the kind of journeyman career that makes him a beast for the Immaculate Grid. Harang played for 8 different teams over his 14-year career – 6 of them for only a year (or less).
Harang was a workhorse on the mound, accumulating over 100 wins and more than 1,800 strikeouts in his career. His best years were with the Reds in 2006 and 2007 – finishing 4th in Cy Young voting in ’07.
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.
Geronimo Berroa
Geronimo Berroa, who played from 1989 to 2000, is best remembered for his time as an outfielder and designated hitter with the Oakland Athletics.
In a career spanning over a decade, Berroa accumulated over 600 hits, 101 home runs, and maintained a .276 career batting average. While never named an All-Star, Berroa had a standout season in 1996 with the Athletics, hitting .290 with 36 home runs and 106 RBIs.
Known for his power hitting and ability to get on base, Berroa had a successful, albeit under-the-radar, career in the Major Leagues.
