7 Baseball Players who Played for Braves and Blue Jays
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 Atlanta Braves and Toronto Blue Jays.
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 a player who played for both the Braves and Blue Jays.
Josh Donaldson
Josh Donaldson is in his 13th season in the majors and is currently playing third base for the Yankees. Prior to landing with the Yankees, Donaldson played for the Blue Jays, A’s, Twins, Guardians and Braves.
Donaldson is a 3x All-Star (A’s, Blue Jays) and a 2x Silver Slugger award winner (Blue Jays). In 2015, Donaldson led the league with 123 RBIs while hitting 41 home runs en route to winning the AL MVP with the Blue Jays.
*Donaldson was the most popular pick for this square in a previous grid (Grid 102).
Jose Bautista
Jose Bautista, who played from 2004 to 2018, is best known for his time as an outfielder with the Toronto Blue Jays. However, he also played for the Pirates, Royals, Mets, Rays, Phillies, Braves and Orioles.
Bautista was a prolific power hitter, amassing over 1496 hits and 344 home runs in his career. He was a six-time All-Star and won three Silver Slugger Awards (all with Blue Jays). His breakout season came in 2010 when he led the major leagues with 54 home runs.
His dramatic bat flip in the 2015 playoffs is one of the most iconic moments in Blue Jays history.
Bautista Key Stats
- All-Star (Blue Jays)
- Silver Slugger (Blue Jays)
- 40+ Home Run Season (Blue Jays)
- 100+ RBI Season (Blue Jays)
Fred McGriff
Fred McGriff was a powerhouse over his 19 year career in majors. Over that time he played for 6 different teams including the Rays, Braves, Blue Jays, Padres, Cubs and Dodgers.
Earning the nickname “Crime Dog” from Chris Berman, McGriff smashed over 490 home runs (career high of 36 in 1989 with the Blue Jays) and 1500 RBIs.
He was a key player in the Braves’ 1995 World Series win and made the All-Star team five times. McGriff was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2023.
Brad Hand
Brad Hand was selected by the Florida Marlins in the second round of the 2008 MLB Draft. He is a relief pitcher known for his quality fastball-slider combination.
Throughout his career, Hand has received several honors, including three All-Star selections in 2017, 2018, and 2019. He has also been among the league leaders in saves multiple times.
Hand has played for 9 different teams in his 13-year career (6 just in the last three seasons) including the Marlins, Padres, Indians, Nationals, Mets, Blue Jays, Phillies, Rockies and Braves.
Hand Key Stats
- All-Star (Padres, Indians)
Kevin Gausman
Kevin Gausman played collegiate baseball at LSU and quickly drew attention for his pitching prowess. He was selected by the Baltimore Orioles as the fourth overall pick in the 2012 MLB Draft.
With the Orioles, Gausman began to establish himself in the starting rotation, delivering several quality starts and continuously refining his repertoire. Following his time in Baltimore, he went on to play for the Atlanta Braves, where he further solidified his role as a dependable starting pitcher.
Gausman has also had stints with the Reds, Giants, and Blue Jays. His tenure with the Giants showcased his continued development (and first All-Star selection), with improved command and utilization of his secondary pitches, making him one of the top pitchers in the league.
Gausman Key Stats
- All-Star (Giants, Blue Jays)
- 200+ Strikeout Season (Giants, Blue Jays)
Otis Nixon
Otis Nixon was a speedy outfielder whose career went from 1983 to 1999. Over those 17 seasons, Nixon played for 9 different teams – Braves, Indians (now Guardians), Montreal Expos, Blue Jays, Twins, Red Sox, Rangers, Dodgers and Yankees.
Nixon wasn’t a big hitter, but he was a whiz on the basepaths, stealing over 620 bases during his career and maintaining a respectable .270 batting average. He’s best remembered for his daring steals and spectacular catches, including an unforgettable game-saving grab in 1992 while with the Braves (video above).
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Jeff Mathis
Jeff Mathis was a dependable catcher over the course of his 17-year career, from 2005 to 2021. He’s played for several teams, including the Angels, Marlins, Diamondbacks, Rangers, Braves and Blue Jays.
