Baseball Players who Played for Cubs and Astros
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 who have played for both the Chicago Cubs and Houston Astros.
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 Cubs and Astros.
Moises Alou
Moises Alou, who played from 1990 to 2008, is best known for his time as an outfielder with the Montreal Expos, Florida Marlins, and Chicago Cubs.
Over his 17-season career, Alou compiled over 2100 hits, 332 home runs, and a .303 career batting average. He was named an All-Star six times (Expos, Marlins, Astros, Cubs, Giants) and played a key role in the Florida Marlins’ 1997 World Series championship.
His best statistical season might have been in 2000 with the Houston Astros when he hit .355 with 30 home runs and 114 RBIs.
Joe Niekro
Joe Niekro was a prominent right-handed pitcher in Major League Baseball, who had an impressive career spanning from 1967 to 1988. Known as one of the most successful knuckleball pitchers, he won 221 games, including a no-hitter in 1973.
Niekro spent the majority of his career with the Houston Astros, where he became the franchise’s all-time leader in wins. His standout year came in 1979 when he won 21 games and helped the Astros to a playoff berth.
Not only did he excel individually, but he and his brother Phil Niekro hold the record for the most combined wins by brothers in MLB history.
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Trey Mancini
Trey Mancini was selected by the Baltimore Orioles in the 8th round of the 2013 MLB Draft. Mancini’s power-hitting ability and versatility on the field, along with his resilience and determination, endeared him to fans and made him a key player for the Orioles.
Mancini made his major league debut with the Orioles in 2016 and quickly established himself as a reliable hitter. He had a standout season in 2019, hitting .291 with 35 home runs and 97 RBIs, leading the team in several offensive categories.
In 2020, Mancini was diagnosed with stage 3 colon cancer, causing him to miss the entire season. His return to baseball in 2021 became an inspirational story, as he successfully came back to play at a high level after undergoing treatment.
Mancini Key Stats
- World Series Champ (Astros)
- .300 Batting Average Season (Orioles)
