Baseball Players who Played for Marlins and Rockies
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 Colorado Rockies.
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 Rockies.
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.
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)
Todd Zeile
Todd Zeile had a long career in Major League Baseball, playing for 11 different teams over 16 years from 1989 to 2004. Primarily a third baseman, Zeile also displayed his versatility by playing first base and catcher.
He finished his career with a .265 batting average, racking up 2004 hits, 253 home runs, and 1110 RBIs. Zeile hit a home run in his first and last career at-bats, becoming the only player to do so in MLB history.
He appeared in the postseason six times throughout his career, reaching the World Series with the Mets in 2000.
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)
