San Francisco Giants All-star Quiz
With the major league All-Star game approaching on Tuesday, answer these 10 questions relating to the San Francisco Giants and the Midsummer Classic.
Questions and Answers
- 1.
Which Giants pitcher, according to legend, was blown off the mound by a strong wind at Candlestick Park in 1961, causing him to balk?
- A.
Juan Marichal
- B.
Mike McCormick
- C.
Stu Miller
Correct Answer
C. Stu MillerExplanation
Stu Miller told the Mercury News in 2011 that reports of his being blown off the mound were greatly exaggerated. He said a strong gust struck his shoulder, causing him to flinch.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which Giants player was the All-Star MVP in 1973?
- A.
Bobby Bonds
- B.
Dave Kingman
- C.
Chris Speier
Correct Answer
A. Bobby BondsExplanation
Bobby Bonds entered the game in the fifth inning and promptly hit a two-run home run off the Angels’ Bill Singer. Bonds added a double off Nolan RyanRate this question:
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- 3.
Which of the following career All-Star records is NOT held by Willie Mays?
- A.
Hits
- B.
Home runs
- C.
Stolen bases
Correct Answer
B. Home runsExplanation
Former St. Louis Cardinals great Stan Musial hit a record six home runs. Mays, however, holds the career records for hits (23) and stolen bases (six), as well as at-bats (75) and runs (20). He also has a share of the marks for extra-base hits (eight), total bases (40) and triples (three).Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which Giants pitcher allowed the only grand slam in All-Star history?
- A.
Atlee Hammaker
- B.
Gaylord Perry
- C.
Rick Reuschel
Correct Answer
A. Atlee HammakerExplanation
In 1983, Atlee Hammaker surrendered a grand slam to the Angels’ Fred Lynn during a seven-run third inning by the American LeagueRate this question:
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- 5.
Which Giants slugger hit two home runs in one All-Star game?
- A.
Barry Bonds
- B.
Willie McCovey
- C.
Kevin Mitchell
Correct Answer
B. Willie McCoveyExplanation
In 1969, Willie McCovey blasted a two-run shot off the A’s John Odom in the third inning, then took the Tigers’ Denny McLain deep with the bases empty in the fourth.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Which Giants player was an All-Star for five different teams?
- A.
Will Clark
- B.
Moises Alou
- C.
Gaylord Perry
Correct Answer
B. Moises AlouExplanation
Moises Alou was an All-Star for the Montreal Expos (1994), the Florida Marlins (1997), the Houston Astros (1998, 2001), the Chicago Cubs (2004) and the Giants (2005).Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which 19-year-old National Leaguer struck out the side when the game was held at Candlestick Park in 1984?
- A.
Mario Soto
- B.
Fernando Valenzuela
- C.
Dwight Gooden
Correct Answer
C. Dwight GoodenExplanation
The New York Mets’ Dwight Gooden was one of three pitchers to strike out three batters in an inning in this game, along with the Dodgers’ Valenzuela and the A’s Bill Caudill.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which is the only Giants player to win the Home Run Derby?
- A.
Barry Bonds
- B.
Will Clark
- C.
Kevin Mitchell
Correct Answer
A. Barry BondsExplanation
Barry Bonds won the Home Run Derby at Philadelphia’s Veterans Stadium in 1996, edging the A’s Mark McGwire in the finals, 3-2.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which A.L. outfielder robbed Barry Bonds of a home run in the 2002 All-Star game?
- A.
Garret Anderson
- B.
Torii Hunter
- C.
Ichiro Suzuki
Correct Answer
B. Torii HunterExplanation
Minnesota Twins center fielder Torii Hunter reached high above the wall to grab Barry Bonds’ long drive to end the first inning. As Hunter trotted back to the dugout, he was playfully lifted over Bonds’ shoulder.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which American Leaguer hit an inside-the-park home run at AT&T Park when the Giants hosted the All-Star game in 2007?
- A.
Carl Crawford
- B.
Torii Hunter
- C.
Ichiro Suzuki
Correct Answer
C. Ichiro SuzukiExplanation
Seattle’s Ichiro Suzuki scampered around the bases in the fifth inning after hitting a drive to left-center field off the Padres’ Chris Young.Rate this question:
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