Baseball Trivia - 2

In 2013, Gerrit Cole wore #45 for the Pittsburgh Pirates.

The correct answer is Boston Red Sox because the question asks which team the Yankees lost to at home in their 2013 season opener. Therefore, the Boston Red Sox is the correct answer as they were the team that defeated the Yankees in their first game of the season.

In August of 2012, Matt Holliday reached the hit milestone of 1500. This means that he successfully made 1500 hits in his career up to that point. This is a significant achievement in baseball and demonstrates his skill and consistency as a hitter.

In 2011, Cliff Lee hit his first MLB home run against Tommy Hanson.

Ian Kinsler became the first player in MLB history to hit a leadoff home run in the first two games of a season in 2011. This means that in both the opening games of the season, Kinsler hit a home run on the very first pitch of the game, giving his team an early advantage. This achievement is significant because it had never been done before in the history of Major League Baseball.

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Carlos Beltran was 36 years old when the Yankees signed him in 2013. This information is not explicitly stated in the question, but it can be inferred based on the given options and the fact that the correct answer is 36 years old.

Vince Coleman holds the record for the most stolen bases in a single season among major league rookies.

Tim Lincecum won an award named after Babe Ruth in 2010. Babe Ruth was a legendary baseball player known for his exceptional hitting skills and record-breaking home runs. The award named after him is likely to be given to a player who has shown outstanding performance in the sport, possibly in terms of hitting or overall offensive skills.

In 2013, Jered Weaver was named AL Pitcher of the Month for April.

Jered Weaver writes the letters "NA" on the back of the pitcher's mound in memory of a deceased teammate.

In 2013, Curtis Granderson fractured his arm on a pitch by J.A. Happ.

After the 2012 season, Justin Upton declined a trade to the Seattle Mariners.

In 2011, Justin Upton set a Diamondbacks record in the category of "Times Hit By Pitch". This means that he was hit by a pitch from the opposing pitcher more times than any other player in the team's history during that season. Being hit by a pitch can be a result of various factors such as the player's positioning in the batter's box or the pitcher's intent to intimidate or retaliate.

Dustin Pedroia missed 6 games in 2012 with an injury to his right thumb.

In January 2012, Prince Fielder stated in a press conference that he practiced vegetarianism for "three months". This means that for a specific period of time, Fielder followed a diet that excluded meat and fish. This could have been a personal choice or a temporary experiment to explore the benefits of a plant-based diet. However, without further information, it is unclear why he decided to adopt this dietary practice for a limited duration.

Don Zimmer is the correct answer because he played/coached in all three perfect games thrown by Don Larsen, David Wells, and David Cone. Zimmer had a long career in baseball as a player, coach, and manager, and he was present for these historic moments in baseball history.

Bernie Williams is the correct answer because he is not only a former baseball player but also an accomplished guitarist. He has appeared with the Allman Bros, showcasing his musical talent alongside his athletic career. This combination of skills sets him apart from the other former players listed as options.

In the 2013 season, only one Yankee hit over 20 home runs.

Paul O'Neill is the correct answer because he is the first player to have played on the winning team of three MLB perfect games. This means that O'Neill was a member of the winning team in three separate games where the pitcher on his team did not allow any opposing players to reach base. This is a significant achievement in baseball, as perfect games are extremely rare and difficult to achieve.

Chicago made a bid for the 2014 All-Star Game.

In 2010, Robinson Cano was named AL Player of the Month for the month of April.

Robinson Cano did not hit any home runs at the 2012 Home Run Derby.

The Texas Rangers acquired Cliff Lee in 2010 in exchange for Justin Smoak.

In 2012, Dustin Pedroia stole his 100th career base against the Tampa Bay Rays.

In 2011, Ryan Braun and Matt Kemp finished ahead of Prince Fielder for the NL MVP award. This means that they received more votes and were considered to have had better performances that season compared to Fielder.

Manny Machado hit into a triple play against the Yankees on April 12, 2013.

Paul O'Neill is the correct answer because he is the only player in MLB history to have played for the winning team in three perfect games. A perfect game is a game in which no opposing player reaches base, either by hit, walk, or error, throughout the entire game. O'Neill's career spanned from 1985 to 2001, during which he played for the Cincinnati Reds and the New York Yankees. He was a key contributor to the Yankees' success in the 1990s, winning multiple World Series titles with the team.

Derek Jeter was the first New York Yankee to win the MLB All-Star Game MVP award.

Chris Davis was the leading vote-getter for the 2013 All-Star Game. This means that he received the most votes from fans to be selected as a starter for the game.