5 Baseball Players who Played for Orioles and Braves
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 Baltimore Orioles and Atlanta Braves.
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 Orioles and the Braves.
Nick Markakis
Nick Markakis is one of the few players in MLB history to have recorded over 2000 hits, 500 doubles, a .280 batting average, and 150 home runs over the course of his career. His consistent performance and professional approach to the game earned him respect from both his teammates and opponents.
Markakis played the majority of his career with the Orioles, where he was recognized as a steady and consistent player. In 2014, he won both a Gold Glove and a Silver Slugger award, demonstrating his prowess both in the field and at the plate.
He signed with the Braves in 2014 and continued to be a productive player. He had a career year in 2018 when he was named an All-Star for the first time in his career and also won his third Gold Glove.
*Markakis was previously the most popular pick for this square (Grid 118)
Markakis Key Stats
- All-Star (Braves)
- Gold Glove (Orioles, Braves)
- Silver Slugger (Braves)
- 100+ RBI Season (Orioles)
Kevin Gausman
Kevin Gausman played collegiate baseball at LSU and quickly drew attention for his pitching prowess. He was selected by the Baltimore Orioles as the fourth overall pick in the 2012 MLB Draft.
With the Orioles, Gausman began to establish himself in the starting rotation, delivering several quality starts and continuously refining his repertoire. Following his time in Baltimore, he went on to play for the Atlanta Braves, where he further solidified his role as a dependable starting pitcher.
Gausman has also had stints with the Reds, Giants, and Blue Jays. His tenure with the Giants showcased his continued development (and first All-Star selection), with improved command and utilization of his secondary pitches, making him one of the top pitchers in the league.
Gausman Key Stats
- All-Star (Giants, Blue Jays)
- 200+ Strikeout Season (Giants, 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.
BJ Surhoff
B.J. Surhoff, who played from 1987 to 2005, was a versatile player, taking on multiple positions throughout his career, but mainly known as an outfielder and catcher. He played notably for the Baltimore Orioles and the Milwaukee Brewers.
Over his 19-year career, Surhoff recorded more than 2300 hits, 188 home runs, and held a respectable batting average of around .280. He earned an All-Star selection in 1999 with the Orioles, the same year he posted a career-high .308 batting average with 207 hits.
Gregg Olson
Gregg Olson was a relief pitcher who played from 1988 to 2001. Olson spent the majority of his career with the Baltimore Orioles, where he served as the team’s closer. However, he played for 9 different teams over his 14 year career.
He won the American League Rookie of the Year award in 1989 with the Orioles, when he recorded 27 saves with a 1.69 ERA. In his career, Olson was an All-Star once (also with Orioles), and he accumulated 217 saves, with a career ERA of 3.46.
