Baseball Trivia Quiz # 8
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Old Baseball Parks - The Polo Grounds were located in which baseball city?
The correct answer is 'New York City, NY'
It was the home of the New York Giants from 1883-1957. There were four versions of the Polo Grounds. The first from 1883-1888. The second from 1889-1890. and the third from 1891-1911. The third Polo Grounds burned down and the fire was of unknown origin. A fourth one was built and the Giants continued playing there until 1957.
Baseball Question 2
Baseball for Dummies #54 - Which 2003 team in their franchise history, was once called the Boston Red Caps?
The correct answer is 'Atlanta Braves'
At the beginning of the Braves in 1876, the franchise was named the Boston Red Caps. They kept this name until 1882, whereas they became the Beaneaters, Rustlers, Bees, Boston Braves, Milwaukee Braves, and finally the Atlanta Braves in 1966.
Baseball Question 3
Baseball Stuffings for Dummies - What team was featured in the 1951 film 'Angels in the Outfield'?
The correct answer is 'Pittsburgh Pirates'
It was the Pittsburgh Pirates. This movie was found to be President Eisenhower's favorite. The Angels did not exist in 1951.
Baseball Question 4
January in Baseball History - January 16, 1910: This future Hall of Fame pitcher was born. He made his name famous with the St. Louis Cardinals in the 1930s. He was the last pitcher to win 30 games in a season before Denny McLain in 1968 topped his mark. This pitcher had a 'swirling' nickname. Who was he?
The correct answer is 'Jay Hanna Dean'
The others never played for the Cardinals, and did not start their careers yet in the 1930s. Jay Hanna 'Dizzy' Dean played for the Cardinals from 1930-1937. He went 30-7 in 1934 to win the National League MVP. His brother, Paul 'Daffy' Dean also pitched on the Cardinals with him. Dizzy was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1953.
Baseball Question 5
Zillionaire General Questions - How many baseball bats are broken by a major league player each year, on average?
The correct answer is '100'
The 'Sam Bat' is being made from sugar maple and will prevent the players from breaking their bats as frequently as they do. Most major league players today use bats made from ash. The problem is that sugar maple is harder to find.
Baseball Question 6
Ultimate Baseball Cards Part Two - Many collectors think that 1989 Upper Deck were the first premium priced pack of cards. They were not. Which one of the following was?
The correct answer is '1986 Sportflics'
With only three cards per pack and a suggested retail price of nearly one dollar, they were the Hobby's first premium pack. Tiffany's and Glossy's were never inserted into packs, only factory sets.
Baseball Question 7
Sports Nicknames - This baseball legend was known as "The Sultan of Swat".
The correct answer is 'George Ruth'
Ruth had lots of nicknames, including "The Babe, The Colossus of Clout, the Bambino and others. Ruth played from 1920-1935 and hit 714 home runs.
Baseball Question 8
Baseball History - What AL team did John McGraw manage before moving to the NL ?
The correct answer is 'Baltimore Orioles'
McGraw managed 1 full season in AL, 1901 before jumping to NL Giants in July 1902.
Baseball Question 9
The Black Jersey - Despite sometimes playing in a black uniform, which baseball team won the World Series in the 2005-06 season?
The correct answer is 'Chicago White Sox'
The Chicago White Sox won the World Series by a margin of 4-0 over the Houston Astros, their first World Series victory since 1917.
Baseball Question 10
Some Baseball History - In 1930, the Philadelphia Athletics won the World Series, beating the Cardinals. Who was the catcher for the A's in the 1930 World Series that helped secure the victory?
The correct answer is 'Mickey Cochrane'
Cochrane made several brilliant defensive plays, and also hit an incredible .357 during the series.