Baseball Players who Played for Rangers and Orioles
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 Texas Rangers and the Baltimore Orioles.
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 Rangers and the Orioles.
Rafael Palmeiro
Rafael Palmeiro began his MLB career with the Chicago Cubs in 1986. He also had stints with the Rangers and Orioles. Throughout his career, he was a model of consistent production, hitting 30 or more home runs in ten seasons and driving in 100 or more runs in ten seasons as well.
One of the most significant milestones of Palmeiro’s career was joining the 3,000-hit club, a feat achieved by only a select group of players in MLB history. Additionally, he surpassed 500 home runs, making him one of the few players with both 3,000 hits and 500 home runs.
However, Palmeiro’s illustrious career was not without controversy. In 2005, he tested positive for an anabolic steroid, which led to a 10-game suspension. The incident, especially given Palmeiro’s prior testimony before Congress where he denied using steroids, sparked significant debate and arguably impacted his legacy in the game.
*Palmeiro was previously the most popular pick for this square (Grid 135)
Palmeiro Key Stats
- All-Star (Cubs, Rangers, Orioles)
- Gold Glove (Orioles, Rangers)
- Silver Slugger (Orioles, Rangers)
- 3000+ Career Hits (Cubs, Rangers, Orioles)
- 500+ Career Home Runs (Cubs, Rangers, Orioles)
- 200+ Hit Season (Rangers)
- 40+ Home Run Season (Orioles, Rangers)
- 100+ RBI Season (Rangers, Orioles)
Mickey Tettleton
Personally, I remember Mickey Tettleton as the all-star catcher who played on the Orioles with Cal Ripken Jr in the late 80s.
But, Tettleton played for 4 different teams over his 14-year career. In addition to Baltimore, he also played for the Tigers (was an all-star there as well), Rangers and Athletics.
Tettleton led the league in walks with 122 in 1992 (had over 900 in his career).
Nelson Cruz
Nelson Cruz is in his 19th season in the major leagues. He has played for 8 different teams over that span including the Rangers, Mariners, Twins, Rays, Padres, Nationals, Orioles and Brewers.
Cruz has had a ton of success throughout his career including 7 All-Star appearances (Rangers, Orioles, Mariners, Twins) and 4 Silver Slugger awards (Mariners, Twins).
He’s gone over 40 home runs twice in his career (Orioles, Mariners) and over 100 RBIs in 4 different seasons (Orioles, Mariners, Twins).
Cruz Key Stats
- All-Star (Rangers, Orioles, Mariners, Twins)
- Silver Slugger (Mariners, Twins)
- 40+ Home Run Season (Orioles, Mariners, Twins)
- 100+ RBI Season (Orioles, Mariners, Twins)
Sammy Sosa
Sammy Sosa, a power-hitting outfielder from the Dominican Republic, played in the Major Leagues from 1989 to 2007, most famously for the Chicago Cubs.
Sosa hit over 600 home runs in his career, making him one of only nine players to achieve this feat. He was named an All-Star seven times (Cubs), won the National League MVP (Cubs) in 1998, and was renowned for his homerun race with Mark McGwire that same year.
Despite some controversy surrounding performance-enhancing drugs later in his career, Sosa’s exuberant personality and remarkable power at the plate left a significant impact on the sport.
Jamie Moyer
Jamie Moyer was a steady pitcher in baseball for an impressive stretch from 1986 to 2012. He made a name for himself with teams like the Mariners and Phillies, but also had stops with the Cubs, Orioles, Rangers, Rockies, Cardinals and Red Sox.
Over his career, he snagged over 260 wins, proving that you don’t need a blazing fastball to get the job done. Moyer was an All-Star once and was also a big part of the Phillies’ World Series win in 2008.
What’s really cool about him is that he pitched in the majors until he was 49, which is just amazing.
Vladimir Guerrero
Vladimir Guerrero was a big deal in baseball from 1996 to 2011, playing mostly for the Expos and Angels – but also with Rangers and Orioles. Known for his free-swinging style and rocket arm in right field, Guerrero earned the MVP title in 2004 while with the Angels.
Over his career, he smashed over 440 home runs, maintained a stellar .318 batting average, and stole more than 180 bases. He was also selected for the All-Star game nine times. Guerrero was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2018.
Gary Matthews jr
Gary Matthews Jr., the son of former Major League player Gary Matthews, was an outfielder with a career spanning from 1999 to 2010. Known for his agility and speed, he played for seven teams during his career including the Texas Rangers and Los Angeles Angels.
A standout year for Matthews Jr. was 2006 with the Rangers, where he hit .313 with 19 home runs, 79 RBIs, and 102 runs, leading to his only All-Star selection. His career totals include a .257 batting average, 108 home runs, and 484 RBIs.
Matthews Jr. is perhaps best remembered for an incredible over-the-wall catch in 2006 while with the Rangers, a highlight that still plays in baseball reels today.
