For many players across different sports, remaining loyal to a single team can establish a special and enduring bond and as such makes it rare to find in most cases. The MLB is not left out of such sports as iconic figures such as Cal Ripken Jr. (Baltimore), Tony Gwynn (San Diego), Chipper Jones (Atlanta), and Derek Jeter (New York), will forever be remembered for their dedication to a single club in the MLB.
Conversely, certain seasoned MLB players have opted for a different approach, as they have become figures who made impacts in the entire MLB league as a whole due to their readiness to move from team to team, immersing themselves in the diverse cultures of different cities across the league.
While they may not find a permanent home, the skills they possess arguably make them the consistently sought-after players, ensuring they’re never without a team.
These wandering baseball players may not have the strong, long-standing connections of those who played for a single club, but many have achieved significant success from individual recognition to titles across multiple teams, demonstrating their value regardless of their location.
With this in mind, we have compiled a list of 10 players who have played for more than two MLB teams in their lengthy careers:
| S/N | Player | Years Played | Franchises | Leagues |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Edwin Jackson | 2003-2019 | 14 | 2 |
| 2 | Roosevelt Davis | 1924-1945 | 13 | 4 |
| 2 | Octavio Dotel | 1999-2013 | 13 | 2 |
| 2 | Rich Hill | 2005-2023 | 13 | 2 |
| 5 | Willie Gisentaner | 1921-1936 | 12 | 6 |
| 5 | Mack Eggleston | 1920-1934 | 12 | 5 |
| 5 | Harry Jeffries | 1920-1944 | 12 | 5 |
| 5 | Clarence Palm | 1927-1946 | 12 | 4 |
| 5 | Mike Morgan | 1978-2002 | 12 | 2 |
| 5 | Matt Stairs | 1992-2011 | 12 | 2 |
| 5 | Ron Villone | 1995-2009 | 12 | 2 |
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