9 Baseball Players who Played for Diamondbacks and Dodgers
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Well, good news, you’re in the right place.
I’ve done some research and have found players who played for both the Diamondbacks and the Dodgers.
AJ Pollock
AJ Pollock is in his 12th year in the majors, currently playing in the outfield for the Seattle Mariners. Pollock has previously played with the White Sox, Dodgers and Diamondbacks.
Pollock has been a consistent player over his career with a career .273 batting average, over 1000 hits and 145 home runs. His best season was in 2015 with the Diamondbacks when he made the All-Star team and won a Gold Glove.
Luis Gonzalez
Luis Gonzalez, also known as “Gonzo”, was an outstanding Major League Baseball outfielder whose career spanned from 1990 to 2008. Gonzalez is best known for his time with the Arizona Diamondbacks from 1999 to 2006, where he was a key player and a fan favorite.
His career peaked in 2001, when he hit a whopping 57 home runs, made the All-Star team, and was instrumental in the Diamondbacks’ World Series win, notably hitting the walk-off single in Game 7 to clinch the championship.
Known for his consistency and power, Gonzalez finished his career with a .283 batting average, 2591 hits, and 354 home runs. His number 20 was retired by the Diamondbacks, honoring his contributions to the team.
Gonzalez Key Stats
- All-Star (Diamondbacks)
- Silver Slugger (Diamondbacks)
- 200+ Hits (Diamondbacks)
- 100+ RBIs (Diamondbacks)
- 40+ HRs (Diamondbacks)
Steve Finley
Steve Finley, known for his prowess as a center fielder, had a career that spanned from 1989 to 2007, during which he played for multiple MLB teams, including the San Diego Padres and Arizona Diamondbacks.
Acknowledged twice as an All-Star and five times as a Gold Glove Award recipient, he compiled 304 home runs and 1167 RBIs, alongside a solid 320 career stolen bases.
He averaged .271 at the plate over his 19 seasons. Finley was also a key contributor to the Arizona Diamondbacks’ World Series triumph in 2001.
Finley Key Stats
- All-Star (Padres, Diamondbacks)
- Gold Glove (Padres, Diamondbacks, Dodgers)
- 100+ RBIs (Diamondbacks)
Max Scherzer
Max Scherzer, known for his distinctive different-colored eyes, has been a force to reckon with in baseball since he started in 2008. He’s played for several teams, including the Diamondbacks, Tigers, Nationals, Dodgers and Mets.
Scherzer’s a three-time Cy Young Award winner and played a crucial role in the Nationals’ World Series win in 2019.
Scherzer is still active (as of 2023) and has over 3,000 strikeouts with a career-high of 300 in 2018 with the Nationals. Despite moving around a bit, Max has consistently been a top-tier pitcher in the majors.
Zach Greinke
Zach Greinke has been a dynamite pitcher in baseball since he first hit the mound in 2004. He’s played for a handful of teams, including the Royals, Dodgers, Astros, Diamondbacks, Brewers and Angels. Greinke took home the Cy Young Award in 2009 while with the Royals.
He has accumulated over 200 wins and more than 2,600 strikeouts. He’s made several All-Star appearances and is also known for his batting skills, a rarity among pitchers.
*Greinke was previously the most popular pick for this square (Grid 119)
Trevor Bauer
Trevor Bauer is a pitcher known for his unique approach to training and outspoken personality. Bauer made his major league baseball debut with the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2012 before being traded to the Cleveland Indians in 2013.
Bauer’s time with the Indians saw him develop into one of the top pitchers in baseball, earning an All-Star selection in 2018. He was traded to the Cincinnati Reds in 2019 and put together an outstanding 2020 season, posting a 1.73 ERA and striking out 100 batters in just 73 innings, which earned him the National League Cy Young Award.
After his award-winning season with the Reds, Bauer signed a contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2021 but only played one season there before retiring.
Dan Haren
Dan Haren, an effective right-handed pitcher, played from 2003 to 2015 in the Major Leagues. He was a part of eight different organizations, with substantial time spent with the Oakland Athletics, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Los Angeles Angels.
A three-time All-Star (A’s, Diamondbacks), Haren had a career that featured both durability and consistency, pitching over 200 innings in seven separate seasons.
He had a career 153-131 win-loss record, a solid 3.75 ERA, and an impressive 2013 strikeouts. Known for his control, Haren consistently ranked among the league leaders in strikeout-to-walk ratio.
Orlando Hudson
Orlando Hudson, an infielder known for his exceptional defense at second base, played in Major League Baseball from 2002 to 2012. He showcased his skills with several teams, including the Toronto Blue Jays, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Los Angeles Dodgers.
Hudson was a two-time All-Star (Diamondbacks, Dodgers) and four-time Gold Glove Award winner (Blue Jays, Diamondbacks, Dodgers), demonstrating his outstanding fielding abilities. With a career batting average of .273 and over 1300 hits, he was also a very capable hitter.
Vicente Padilla
Vicente Padilla, who played from 1999 to 2012, spent his career with several teams, including the Phillies, Rangers, Dodgers, Diamondbacks and Red Sox.
Known for his slider and unpredictable temperament, Padilla amassed over 100 wins and 1,000 strikeouts over his career. He had several strong seasons, particularly in 2002 when he won 14 games with the Phillies and earned his only All-Star appearance.
