Baseball Trivia Quiz # 10
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Baseball for Dummies #100 - In 1892, who became the first team win 100 games in a season?
The correct answer is 'Boston Beaneaters'
The other 3 teams listed, were in the American League, which was non-existent until 1903. In the last season of the World Championship Series in 1892, the Beaneaters had a record of 102-48, remarkable in a 150 game season. The Beaneaters were led by the bat of Hugh Duffy, and the arms of Kid Nichols and Jack Stivetts. They beat the Cleveland Spiders in the Championship, 5-0-1. The Spiders were led by the great Cy Young. In 1905, the New York Giants were the 2nd team in history to pass the century mark with 105 wins.
Baseball Question 2
Little Known Record Holders: Pt. 3 - Every single baseball game is started with the words, "Play ball!", but I was the first person ever to be a starting pitcher over 800 times. Of course, this was made easier since I had a long 22-year career.
The correct answer is 'Cy Young'
Cy Young set an incredible amount of pitching records in his time, all of which stemmed from this record of 815 games started. To give an idea of how often that Young pitched, Nolan Ryan came in second for this record at 773 games started (42 games behind), and Ryan pitched for 5 more years than Young. Sutton comes in at 756 games started, and Niekro started 716.
Baseball Question 3
Baseball for Dummies #44 - What player in the National League, hit the first home run in an All-Star game in 1933?
The correct answer is 'Frankie Frisch'
Frisch of the Cardinals, was the one in the 1933 inaugural game at Comiskey Park. The others listed, played the game 30 years later in the American League.
Baseball Question 4
"Wings" Wackiness - Part Two - What happened the first time Roy attempted to sing "The Star-Spangled Banner" at a baseball game?
The correct answer is 'he fainted due to nerves before starting the song'
Roy actually tried to sing the song at two games. The first time, he passed out before beginning to sing. The second time, the microphone cut out during the high E and he wanted to sing the song again to show that he could hit it.
Baseball Question 5
Ultimate Baseball - How did the Florida Marlins score the winning run in game 7 of the 1997 World Series?
The correct answer is 'Edgar Renteria singled home Craig Counsell'
Renteria smashed the game winning single with the bases loaded.
Baseball Question 6
Baseball for Dummies #48 - Who was the first player to strike out over 2500 times in his career?
The correct answer is 'Reggie Jackson'
Not just the first, but the only player in the 20th century to reach the 2000 plateau. 2597 times, Jackson has walked back to the dugout empty handed. 18 of his 21 seasons in baseball, he struck out over 100 times in a season. He did however, retire with 563 home runs.
Baseball Question 7
MLB Baseball Stadiums - What stadium has a spectacular view of its cities skyline and the Clemente Bridge?
The correct answer is 'PNC Park'
PNC Park is the home of the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Clemente Bridge is named after former Pirate, Roberto Clemente.
Baseball Question 8
Look Who's Up There! - This actor not only starred in the television hit show, “The Rifleman”, but he also played major league baseball with the Chicago Cubs and professional basketball with the Boston Celtics. Who is this celebrity that stood 6’ 5”?
The correct answer is 'Chuck Connors'
Chuck Connors played the role of Lucas McCain in the television show “The Rifleman” in the late 50s and early 60s. He had many guest stars on this show, including Sammy Davis Jr. in 1962 and Adam West from “Batman” in 1961.
Baseball Question 9
"The Sandlot" Movie Trivia - Why did Mr. Mertle quit playing baseball?
The correct answer is 'He went blind'
"Baseball was life...and I was good at it. Real good. Then one day, a high fast one, and POW...lights went out."
Baseball Question 10
The Fan - What Major League Baseball team does WFAN carry?
The correct answer is 'New York Mets'
May Bob Murphy, the great Mets broadcaster, live forever. After his retirement, Gary Cohen, Howie Rose, Ted Robinson, and Ed Coleman will call it all on the Fan.