Baseball Players who Played for Athletics and Giants
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 San Francisco Giants.
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 Giants.
Barry Zito
Barry Zito, who pitched from 2000 to 2015, is most recognized for his time with the Oakland Athletics and San Francisco Giants.
Zito was a crafty left-handed pitcher, notching over 165 wins and 1,885 strikeouts in his career. He was a three-time All-Star (A’s) and won the American League Cy Young Award in 2002 (A’s) when he won 23 games with a 2.75 ERA.
Zito was also a part of the 2012 World Series Champion Giants team.
*Zito was previously the most popular pick for this square (Grid 96).
Miguel Tejada
Miguel Tejada racked up 6 All-Star awards and an MVP award in 2002 while playing with the Oakland Athletics. He led the league in RBIs with 150 in 2004 while with the Orioles. He also led the league in doubles with 50 in 2005 with the Orioles.
Tejada played for six different teams over his 16-year career – Oakland, Baltimore, Houston, Kansas City, San Diego and the San Francisco Giants.
Orlando Cepeda
Orlando Cepeda, who played from 1958 to 1974, is most remembered for his time as a first baseman with the San Francisco Giants and St. Louis Cardinals.
Cepeda’s prolific career included over 2300 hits, 379 home runs, and a robust .297 career batting average. Named the National League Rookie of the Year (Giants) in 1958 and MVP (Cardinals) in 1967, Cepeda was a seven-time All-Star (Giants, Cardinals).
Known for his power-hitting and steady glove at first base, Cepeda’s contributions were recognized with his induction into the Hall of Fame in 1999.
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.
