Baseball Players who Played for Cleveland and Colorado
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 Cleveland Guardians and Colorado Rockies.
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 Guardians and the Rockies.
Sandy Alomar
Sandy Alomar Jr., part of the famous Alomar baseball family, made his mark in Major League Baseball as an accomplished catcher from 1988 to 2007. He spent the bulk of his career with the Cleveland Indians (now Guardians), where his strong arm and reliable glove made him a key asset behind the plate.
Alomar was also effective with the bat, boasting a career batting average of .273. He was a six-time All-Star (Cleveland) and won the Rookie of the Year award in 1990.
One of his career highlights was being named the MVP of the 1997 All-Star Game after hitting a game-winning home run.
Ellis Burks
Ellis Burks was an influential outfielder in Major League Baseball from 1987 to 2004. He had notable stints with the Boston Red Sox, Colorado Rockies, and Cleveland Indians.
With a blend of power and speed, Burks hit over 350 home runs and stole more than 180 bases in his career, maintaining a solid .291 batting average. His career highlights include two All-Star selections (Red Sox, Rockies) and a Gold Glove (Red Sox), testifying to his prowess both in the field and at the plate.
In 1996, while with the Rockies, he had a standout season, hitting .344 with 40 home runs, 128 RBIs and 32 stolen bases.
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)
