6 Baseball Players who Played for Athletics and Braves
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 Oakland A’s and the Atlanta Braves.
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 A’s and the Braves.
Matt Olson
Matt Olson is a power-hitting first baseman who established himself early as a key player for the Oakland Athletics. Olson made his debut in the Major Leagues in 2016 and quickly impressed with his defensive skills, winning the Gold Glove Award in 2018 and 2019.
He’s also been a force at the plate, particularly demonstrating his power in 2019 when he hit 36 home runs, despite missing a significant portion of the season due to injury.
Olson moved to Atlanta in 2022 and has continued to impress. He made his second All-Star appearance in 2023 and is closing in on 40 home runs as of this writing.
*Olson has previously been the most popular player for this square (Grid 124)
Olson Key Stats
- Gold Glove (Athletics)
- All-Star (Athletics, Braves)
- 100+ RBI Season (Athletics, Braves)
David Justice
David Justice, who played from 1989 to 2002, is best remembered for his time as an outfielder with the Atlanta Braves.
Justice had a productive career, tallying over 1,500 hits, 305 home runs, and a .279 career batting average. He was a three-time All-Star (Braves, Cleveland), won the Rookie of the Year award in 1990, and was a key player in the Braves’ 1995 World Series championship.
His best season might have been in 1993 with the Atlanta Braves, where he hit .270 with 40 home runs and 120 RBIs. Known for his power hitting and clutch performances, Justice was a vital contributor to every team he played on.
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.
Tim Hudson
Tim Hudson was a highly effective right-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball from 1999 to 2015. Playing primarily with the Oakland Athletics and Atlanta Braves, Hudson was renowned for his durability and competitive drive.
Over his 17-year career, he posted a win-loss record of 222-133 with an impressive 3.49 ERA. He consistently performed at a high level, being named an All-Star four times (A’s, Braves, Giants) and leading the American League in wins in 2000 with 20.
In 2014, he joined the San Francisco Giants and was a key part of their World Series-winning team. Known for his sinking fastball and tenacity on the mound, Hudson left a lasting impact on the teams he played for.
Bartolo Colon
Bartolo Colon, affectionately known as “Big Sexy”, was a fixture on the mound in baseball from 1997 until 2018. He played for a whole bunch of teams (11), which makes him an extremely versatile player for the Immaculate Grid.
Colon’s career stops included the Indians (now Guardians), Dodgers, Mets, Athletics, White Sox, Twins, Braves, Red Sox, Rangers, Montreal Expos and Yankees.
Colon was a 4-time All-Star and even bagged a Cy Young Award in 2005. He had over 240 wins and more than 2,500 strikeouts.
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.
