8 Baseball Players who Played for Marlins and Mets
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 New York Mets.
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 Mets. Here is a mix of well-known All-Stars along with some hidden gems that you may have forgotten about.
Jose Reyes
Jose Reyes, known for his speed and ability at the plate, was one of the most exciting players in Major League Baseball during his prime. Reyes started his career with the New York Mets in 2003, where he developed into a star, leading the National League in stolen bases three times and in triples four times.
A four-time All-Star with the Mets, Reyes won the NL batting title in 2011 with an impressive .337 average. He later had stints with the Miami Marlins, Toronto Blue Jays, and a brief return to the Mets, before retiring after the 2018 season.
Over his 16-year career, Reyes stole 517 bases, notched 2138 hits, and achieved a career batting average of .283.
*Reyes was previously the most popular pick for this square (Grid 115)
Reyes Key Stats
- All-Star (Mets)
- 200+ Hit Season (Mets)
- 30+ Stolen Base Season (Mets, Marlins, Blue Jays)
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 what he’s most famous for is 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. So even though there were some bumps, Bonilla definitely made a mark in baseball, both on and off the field.
Luis Castillo
Luis Castillo carved a distinguished career in Major League Baseball primarily as a second baseman. Making his MLB debut in 1996, for the Florida Marlins, Castillo quickly became known for his agility, speed, and consistency, both at bat and in the field.
He played a significant part of his career with the Marlins (where he won a World Series ring in 2003), later joining the New York Mets and the Minnesota Twins, with his career spanning from 1996 to 2010.
He maintained a .290 career batting average and accumulated 1889 hits and 370 stolen bases, highlighting his speed and skill on the base paths. Defensively, he was exceptional, earning three consecutive Gold Glove Awards from 2003 to 2005. His accolades also include three MLB All-Star Game appearances.
Castillo Key Stats
- World Series Champ (Marlins)
- All-Star (Marlins)
- Gold Glove (Marlins)
- .300+ Batting Avg Season (Marlins, Twins, Mets)
- 30+ Stolen Base Season (Marlins)
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, but his multiple stops along his career are what makes him really stand out for this particular game.
Cliff Floyd
Cliff Floyd, who played from 1993 to 2009, is best known for his time as an outfielder and first baseman with the Florida Marlins and New York Mets.
Floyd had a solid career, collecting over 1400 hits, 233 home runs, and a .278 career batting average. He was named an All-Star in 2001 (Marlins), and he was a key contributor to the Marlins’ World Series championship in 1997.
Floyd’s standout season might have been in 2001 with the Marlins when he posted a .317 batting average with 31 home runs and 103 RBIs.
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)
Jeff Conine
Jeff Conine, nicknamed “Mr. Marlin,” had a long and notable career in MLB, primarily with the Florida Marlins. Conine spent 17 years in the major leagues, from 1990 to 2007, and hit .285 with 214 home runs and 1071 RBIs in his career.
He was a key player for the Marlins during their World Series championships in 1997 and 2003. Conine was a two-time All-Star, and in 1995, he was named the All-Star Game MVP. He was highly regarded for his consistency and durability, as he played in 100 or more games in 14 out of his 17 seasons.
Conine Key Stats
- All-Star (Marlins)
- 100+ RBI Season (Marlins)
Preston Wilson
Preston Wilson is a Center Fielder who played in the majors from 1998 to 2007 who was a solid player for most of his career. However, he had one amazing season in 2003 with the Rockies when he led the National League in RBIs with 141, making his lone All-Star game that year.
Thanks to a late-season trade he also won a World Series with the Cardinals in 2006.
Preston played for 6 different teams over his 10-year career including the Marlins, Rockies, Cardinals, Mets, Nationals and Astros.
