5 Baseball Players who Played for Reds and Nationals
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 Cincinnati Reds and Washington Nationals.
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 on both the Reds and Nationals.
Adam Dunn
Adam Dunn, who played from 2001 to 2014, is best known for his time as an outfielder and designated hitter with the Cincinnati Reds and Chicago White Sox.
Over his 14-season career, Dunn accumulated over 1600 hits, an impressive 462 home runs, and a .237 career batting average. He was named an All-Star twice (Reds, White Sox) and was notable for his significant home run power and ability to draw walks, leading the league in walks twice and regularly ranking among the top in home runs.
Dunn went over 40 home runs in a season with the Reds and White Sox and over 100 RBIs with the Reds and Nationals (both possible Immaculate Grid stat boxes).
*Dunn was the most popular pick for this square in a previous grid (Grid 138)
Bobby Ayala
Bobby Ayala was a relief pitcher for 8 seasons. He is best known for his time with the Mariners, but he also played for the Reds, Cubs and Montreal Expos (now the Nationals).
Ayala was often used as a closer and/or setup man, accumulating over 60 saves during his career.
However, his time in Seattle was marred by inconsistency and he became a controversial figure among fans. Despite this, he had a couple of strong seasons, particularly in 1994 when he posted a 2.86 ERA. Even with his ups and downs, Ayala was a frequent figure on the mound during the ’90s.
Aaron Boone
Aaron Boone played in the Major Leagues from 1997 to 2009, with stints at the Cincinnati Reds, Yankees, Indians, Marlins, Nationals, and Astros.
He is often remembered for his clutch home run in the 11th inning of Game 7 of the 2003 ALCS, sending the Yankees to the World Series.
Over his career, Boone had a batting average of .263, hit 126 home runs and drove in 555 runs. His solid performance at third base earned him an All-Star selection in 2003 with the Reds.
Sean Doolittle
Sean Doolittle is a pitcher perhaps best known for his time with the Washington Nationals in Major League Baseball from 2017 to 2020, during which he played a key role as a reliever for the team.
He helped the Nationals win their first World Series championship in 2019. However, his career began with the Oakland Athletics, where he spent five seasons as a standout reliever, earning an All-Star nod in 2014.
Doolittle’s ability to generate strikeouts, combined with his low walk rate, made him a valuable asset in high-leverage situations.
Doolittle Key Stats
- All-Star (Athletics, Nationals)
- World Series Champion (Nationals)
Dmitri Young
Dmitri Young had a notable career, playing for the St. Louis Cardinals, Cincinnati Reds, Detroit Tigers, and Washington Nationals. He was primarily known as a first baseman, although he also spent time in the outfield. Young started his professional career in 1996 with the Cardinals and played 13 seasons in the MLB.
He was recognized for his batting skills, achieving a career average of .292 and accumulating 171 home runs and 683 RBIs. Young batted over .300 in multiple seasons (Reds, Nationals).
He was a two-time All-Star (Tigers, Nationals) and in 2007, after overcoming personal and health challenges, he was awarded the National League Comeback Player of the Year.
