6 Baseball PLayers who Played for Marlins and Phillies
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 Miami Marlins and Philadelphia Phillies.
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 Phillies.
Popular Choices
Guys in this tier are likely to be popular picks because of the impact they made on both teams and/or how recently they’ve played in both uniforms.
J.T. Realmuto
J.T. Realmuto is in his 10th season in the majors and is currently playing catcher for the Philadelphia Phillies. Prior to the Phillies, he spent 5 seasons with the Marlins.
Realmuto has been one of the best catchers in the sport throughout his career. He is a 3x All-Star (Marlins, Phillies), a 2x Golden Glove winner (Phillies) and a 2x Silver Slugger (Marlins, Phillies).
In 2022, Realmuto posted possibly his best season with 22 home runs, 84 RBIs and a .276 batting average while finishing 7th in MVP voting.
*Realmuto was previously the most popular pick for this square (Grid 107).
Rare Choices
The following players are generally well-remembered in one of the uniforms but not necessarily both.
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)
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)
Placido Polanco
Placido Polanco, an infielder known for his versatility and defensive prowess, had a solid Major League Baseball career from 1998 to 2013. Polanco, who played for teams such as the St. Louis Cardinals, Philadelphia Phillies, and Detroit Tigers, was a two-time All-Star (Tigers, Phillies) and three-time Gold Glove winner (Tigers, Phillies).
He was recognized as an exceptional contact hitter, finishing his career with over 2100 hits and a batting average of .297. In 2006, Polanco was named the ALCS MVP, highlighting his strong performance under pressure.
Ultra Rare Choices
Guys in this tier are either associated with other teams or they may be under-the-radar players that will most likely produce a low rarity score.
Benito Santiago
As a young catcher growing up, I remember seeing Benito Santiago throwing players out from his knees and thought it was the coolest thing ever and something I remember imitating in Little League games.
But, that’s not what matters here. What matters is that 5-time All-Star Benito Santiago played for 9 different teams throughout this 20-year career which makes him an absolute force on the Immaculate Grid.
Santiago played for Padres, Giants, Reds, (Florida) Marlins, Blue Jays, Royals, Pirates, Phillies and Cubs.
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.
