6 Baseball Players who Played for Marlins and Dodgers
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 Miami Marlins and Los Angeles Dodgers.
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 Marlins and the Dodgers.
Popular Choices
The following players are likely top-of-mind for many fans because of some combination of how long they played for both teams, the impact they made while they were there and/or how recently they were there.
Hanley Ramirez
Hanley Ramirez, who played from 2005 to 2019, is best known for his time as a shortstop and left fielder with the Marlins and Red Sox. He also had stops with the Los Angeles Dodgers and Cleveland Guardians.
Ramirez was a dynamic player, known for his blend of speed and power. He compiled over 1,800 hits, 271 home runs, and 281 stolen bases.
He was the 2006 NL Rookie of the Year (Marlins), a three-time All-Star (Marlins), and won two Silver Slugger Awards (Marlins). Ramirez had over 200 hits in 2007 with the Marlins and won the NL Batting Title with a .342 average in 2009.
Gary Sheffield
Gary Sheffield was a beast on the baseball field and is a beast on the Immaculate Grid. He played from 1988 to 2009, suiting up for eight different teams – Marlins, Dodgers, Brewers, Yankees, Braves, Padres, Tigers and Mets.
Sheffield helped the Marlins snag a World Series Championship in ’97. Over his career, he cranked out 509 home runs (one of 28 players who hit over 500) and had a solid .292 batting average.
Sheffield was a nine-time All-Star (Padres, Marlins, Dodgers, Braves, Yankees), but his multiple stops along his career are what makes him really stand out for this particular game.
Rare Choices
These guys are generally well-remembered by fans as either a Red Sox or a Marlin but not necessarily both.
Josh Beckett
Josh Beckett, who pitched from 2001 to 2014, is best known for his time with the Florida Marlins and Boston Red Sox although he finished his career with the Dodgers.
Beckett was a dominant force on the mound, racking up over 130 wins and nearly 2,000 strikeouts in his career. He was a three-time All-Star (all with Red Sox) and won the World Series MVP in 2003 after leading the Marlins to a championship victory.
Beckett’s best season arguably came in 2007, when he led the American League with 20 wins, helping the Red Sox win their second World Series title in four years.
Known for his powerful fastball and his ability to perform under pressure, Beckett’s clutch performances in the postseason have secured his legacy in Major League Baseball.
Bobby Bonilla
Bobby Bonilla was a big-hitter whose career spanned from 1986 to 2001, playing for 8 different teams over that time. You may know him as a Pirate, Met or Marlin but he also played for the Orioles, Braves, Cardinals, Dodgers and White Sox.
Bonilla helped the Marlins grab a World Series ring in ’97. He hit over 280 home runs and 400 doubles during his career. He was a six-time All-Star.
But he’s probably most famous for his contract with the Mets, who still pay him over a million bucks every July 1 (known as “Bobby Bonilla Day”) due to a deferred payment deal.
Charles Johnson
Charles Johnson was one of the most proficient catchers of his era, spanning from 1994 to 2005. Known for his exceptional defensive prowess, Johnson won four consecutive Gold Glove Awards from 1995 to 1998.
He started his career with the Florida Marlins, where he was a part of the team’s 1997 World Series victory. Johnson also demonstrated some power at the plate, recording a career-high of 31 home runs in 2000.
His career stats include a .245 batting average, 167 home runs, and 570 RBIs.
Johnson Key Stats
- All-Star (Marlins)
- Gold Glove (Marlins)
Ultra Rare Choices
Finally, these players are either under-the-radar (mostly ’90s baseball) players and/or had very short stints with both teams.
Jim Eisenreich
Jim Eisenreich had a 15-year career with the Twins, Royals, Phillies, Marlins and Dodgers. Despite being diagnosed with Tourette syndrome, Eisenreich had a successful career, tallying over 1,000 hits with a .290 career batting average.
His best season came in 1996 when he hit .361 with the Phillies.
More than his stats, Eisenreich is remembered for his courage and determination in overcoming his condition to have a productive career, including contributing to the Marlins’ 1997 World Series championship team.
