Baseball Players who Played for Rays and Blue Jays
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 Tampa Bay Rays and Toronto Blue Jays.
And, it also means that you’re probably stuck on this particular box and 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 Rays and Blue Jays.
Jose Bautista
Jose Bautista, who played from 2004 to 2018, is best known for his time as an outfielder with the Toronto Blue Jays. However, he also played for the Pirates, Royals, Mets, Rays, Phillies, Braves and Orioles.
Bautista was a prolific power hitter, amassing over 1496 hits and 344 home runs in his career. He was a six-time All-Star and won three Silver Slugger Awards (all with Blue Jays). His breakout season came in 2010 when he led the major leagues with 54 home runs.
His dramatic bat flip in the 2015 playoffs is one of the most iconic moments in Blue Jays history.
Bautista Key Stats
- All-Star (Blue Jays)
- Silver Slugger (Blue Jays)
- 40+ Home Run Season (Blue Jays)
- 100+ RBI Season (Blue Jays)
B.J. Upton
B.J. Upton, who played from 2004 to 2016, is best known for his time as an outfielder with the Tampa Bay Rays. Upton was a dynamic player, recording over 1200 hits, 164 home runs, and 300 stolen bases in his career.
Though never an All-Star, Upton had a key role in the Rays’ run to the 2008 World Series with his impressive postseason performance. His best season arguably came in 2007 when he hit .300 with 24 home runs and 22 stolen bases.
Fred McGriff
Fred McGriff was a powerhouse over his 19 year career in majors. Over that time he played for 6 different teams including the Rays, Braves, Blue Jays, Padres, Cubs and Dodgers.
Earning the nickname “Crime Dog” from Chris Berman, McGriff smashed over 490 home runs (career high of 36 in 1989 with the Blue Jays) and 1500 RBIs.
He was a key player in the Braves’ 1995 World Series win and made the All-Star team five times (Padres, Braves, Rays). McGriff was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2023.
