6 Baseball Players who Played for Brewers and Twins
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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 Brewers and the Twins.
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These players are generally well-remembered as either a Brewer or a Twin, but not necessarily both.
Paul Molitor
Paul Molitor, who played from 1978 to 1998, spent 15 seasons with the Brewers and 3 each with the Blue Jays and Twins. Molitor was an extraordinary hitter, racking up over 3,300 hits, 234 home runs, and 4 individual seasons with over 200 hits (Brewers 2, Blue Jays 1, Twins 1).
He was a seven-time All-Star (Brewers, Blue Jays) and the World Series MVP in 1993, when he helped lead the Blue Jays to their second consecutive championship.
Known for his versatility on the field and his exceptional hitting ability, Molitor’s stellar career earned him a spot in the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2004.
Carlos Gomez
Carlos Gomez was a dynamic outfielder in MLB, playing from 2007 to 2019 for multiple teams including the Mets, Twins, Brewers, Astros, Rangers, and Rays.
Over his career, Gomez was selected to the All-Star team twice (Brewers) and won the Gold Glove award (Brewers) in 2013. He had a career batting average of .252, hit 145 home runs, and stole 268 bases (had multiple 30+ stolen base seasons with the Brewers), demonstrating both power and speed.
J.J. Hardy
J.J. Hardy is known for his time as a shortstop in Major League Baseball. Originally drafted by the Milwaukee Brewers in the second round of the 2001 draft, Hardy also played with the Minnesota Twins and the Baltimore Orioles during his career.
Across his 13-year career, Hardy maintained a batting average of .256, hit 188 home runs, and drove in 688 runs.
He was also recognized for his defensive skills, winning three Gold Glove Awards (Orioles) in 2012, 2013, and 2014. In addition, Hardy was selected to the All-Star game twice (Brewers, Orioles), in 2007 and 2013 and a Silver Slugger winner once (Orioles).
Jeff Cirillo
Jeff Cirillo, who played from 1994 to 2007, is best known for his time as a third baseman with the Milwaukee Brewers. However, Cirillo bounced around with five other teams in his career including the Rockies, Mariners, Diamondbacks, Twins and Padres.
Cirillo was a consistent hitter, compiling over 1,500 hits, 112 home runs, and a .296 career batting average.
His best seasons came in the late 90s, when he was named to the All-Star team in 1997 (Brewers) and 2000 (Rockies). Known for his ability to hit for average and his defensive skills at third base, Cirillo was a valuable asset to his teams.
LaTroy Hawkins
LaTroy Hawkins had a lengthy career in Major League Baseball as a reliable relief pitcher. Over his 21-year career from 1995 to 2015, he played for 11 different teams, including the Minnesota Twins, Chicago Cubs, and Colorado Rockies.
Throughout his career, Hawkins made 1042 appearances, mostly from the bullpen, and recorded 127 saves. He accumulated a win-loss record of 75-94 with a respectable ERA of 4.31, and struck out 983 batters.
Even though he was never named an All-Star, his consistent performance and durability in a high-pressure role were valued highly by the teams he played for.
Jorge Lopez
Jorge López initially came up with the Milwaukee Brewers in 2015 and later made his impact with the Royals, Orioles and now Twins.
As of the end of the 2022 season, López has maintained an ERA hovering a little over 5.00, while showing some flashes of brilliance, including a near-perfect game in 2018 against the Minnesota Twins while with the Royals.
In 2022, while splitting time with the Orioles and Twins, Lopez had arguably his best season with an ERA of 2.54 and 72 strikeouts – earning him his only spot in the All-Star game.
