5 Baseball Players who Played for Reds and Royals
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 Kansas City Royals.
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 Reds and the Royals.
Aroldis Chapman
Aroldis Chapman, nicknamed “The Cuban Missile,” is a pitcher known for his blazing fastball, which has been clocked as high as 105 miles per hour. Chapman made his debut with Cincinnati and was an integral part of the Reds’ bullpen, earning multiple All-Star selections during his tenure with the team.
In late 2015, he was traded to the New York Yankees, but his time in New York was initially short-lived. In mid-2016, Chapman was traded to the Chicago Cubs, where he played a key role in helping the Cubs win the World Series, their first in over 100 years.
After that season, Chapman went back to the Yankees where he continued to have major success, including three additional All-Star selections.
Chapman Key Stats
- All-Star (Reds, Yankees)
- World Series Champ (Cubs)
Hal Morris
Hal Morris was a steady first baseman in baseball from 1988 to 2000, best known for his time with the Reds. Morris was part of the Reds’ World Series-winning team in 1990 and was known for his consistent hitting, maintaining a solid .304 career batting average.
You probably remember him, like I do, in a Reds uniform where he played for 10 years, but he also had stops with the Yankees, Royals and Tigers.
Mike Moustakas
Mike Moustakas is a player recognized for his power hitting, primarily playing third base and occasionally at second. He started his Major League Baseball career with the Kansas City Royals in 2011, where he quickly became a cornerstone of their lineup.
His role was integral in the Royals’ successful runs to the World Series in 2014 and 2015, with the latter resulting in a championship. His offensive prowess earned him two All-Star selections during his time in Kansas City.
Following another All-Star season with the Brewers in 2019, Moustakas has bounced around a bit with stops in Cincinnati, Colorado and LA (Angels) and has struggled in recent years to regain his previous All-Star form.
Benito Santiago
As a young catcher growing up, I remember seeing Benito Santiago throwing players out from his knees and thought it was the coolest thing ever and something I remember imitating in Little League games.
But, that’s not what matters here. What matters is that 5 time All-Star Benito Santiago played for 9 different teams throughout this 20 year career which makes him an absolute force on the Immaculate Grid.
Santiago played for Padres, Giants, Reds, (Florida) Marlins, Blue Jays, Royals, Pirates, Phillies and Cubs.
Terry Pendleton
Terry Pendleton, who played from 1984 to 1998, is best known for his time as a third baseman with the Cardinals and Braves. He also had stops with the Marlins, Royals and Reds.
Pendleton was a formidable force at the plate and in the field, winning the National League MVP in 1991 with the Braves, and he was instrumental in their dominance throughout the ’90s.
He won three Gold Gloves for his defensive prowess and had a single all-star appearance in 1992.
