Interesting Quiz On Everything Baseball
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Which pitcher won the MLB GIBBY Award for best starter in 2010?
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Roy Halladay
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Adam Wainwright
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CC Sabathia
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David Price
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Explore key moments in baseball through this engaging quiz. Dive into MLB awards, pivotal players, and historic team trivia. Ideal for enhancing knowledge of baseball history and player achievements.
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Who won the GIBBY Award for Postseason MVP for 2010?
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Robinson Cano
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Matt Cain
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Tim Lincecum
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Colby Lewis
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A. Tim LincecumExplanation
Tim Lincecum won the GIBBY Award for Postseason MVP for 2010.Rate this question:
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Who won the 2004 American League Championship Series MVP Award?
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Orel Hershiser
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Josh Hamilton
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Adam Kennedy
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David Ortiz
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A. David OrtizExplanation
David Ortiz won the 2004 American League Championship Series MVP Award. This award is given to the player who is deemed the most valuable in the series. Ortiz had an outstanding performance during the series, hitting .387 with three home runs and 11 runs batted in. He played a crucial role in helping the Boston Red Sox come back from a 3-0 deficit against the New York Yankees and ultimately win the series. Ortiz's impressive offensive contributions and clutch performances made him a deserving recipient of the MVP Award.Rate this question:
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What Minnesota Twins catcher was known for his side burns early in his career?
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Drew Butera
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Justin Morneau
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Michael Cuddyer
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Joe Mauer
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A. Joe MauerExplanation
Joe Mauer, the Minnesota Twins catcher, was known for his sideburns early in his career. Sideburns are a distinctive facial hair style that extends from the hairline down the side of the face to the jawline. Mauer's sideburns became a recognizable feature and part of his image as a player for the Twins.Rate this question:
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The Minnesota Twins franchise was once known as what?
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The Washington Senators
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The Alaska Seawolves
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The Michegan Wolverines
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The Denver Pioneers
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A. The Washington SenatorsExplanation
The Minnesota Twins franchise was once known as the Washington Senators. This was the original name of the team when it was founded in 1901. The franchise moved to Minnesota in 1961 and was renamed the Minnesota Twins. The Washington Senators name was then given to a new expansion team in 1961, which later moved to Texas and became the Texas Rangers.Rate this question:
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Who was the last Minnesota Twin to pitch a no-hitter?
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Eric Milton
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Bert Blyleven
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Francisco Liriano
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Brad Radke
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A. Francisco LirianoExplanation
Francisco Liriano is the correct answer because he pitched a no-hitter on May 3, 2011, against the Chicago White Sox. Liriano struck out two batters and walked six in the game, but he managed to keep the opposing team from getting any hits. This made him the last Minnesota Twin to pitch a no-hitter.Rate this question:
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Who was the starting shortstop for the Minnesota Twins in 1987?
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Scott Leius
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Lucius Swift
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Perry Cox
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Greg Gagne
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A. Greg GagneExplanation
Greg Gagne is the correct answer because he was the starting shortstop for the Minnesota Twins in 1987.Rate this question:
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Jackie Robinson's number was retired by the MLB upon his death. What number did he wear?
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45
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10
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34
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42
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A. 42Explanation
Jackie Robinson's number was retired by the MLB upon his death. The number he wore was 42.Rate this question:
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The Chicago Cubs franchise was founded in 1876. What was their original name?
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Chicago Colts
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Chicago White Sox
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Chicago White Stockings
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Chicago Orphans
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A. Chicago White StockingsExplanation
The correct answer is Chicago White Stockings. The Chicago Cubs franchise was originally known as the Chicago White Stockings when it was founded in 1876. The team later changed its name to the Chicago Colts in 1890 and then became the Chicago Orphans in 1898. Finally, in 1903, the team adopted the name Chicago Cubs, which it has been known as ever since.Rate this question:
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Who is the first Yankee to reach 3000 hits in his career?
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Reggie Jackson
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Derek Jeter
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Horace Clark
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Mickey Mantle
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A. Derek JeterExplanation
Derek Jeter is the correct answer because he is the first Yankee to reach 3000 hits in his career. He achieved this milestone on July 9, 2011, with a home run against the Tampa Bay Rays. Jeter is widely regarded as one of the greatest Yankees of all time and his accomplishment of reaching 3000 hits solidifies his place in baseball history.Rate this question:
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What was Derek Jeter's 3000th hit?
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Triple
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Double
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Home Run
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Single
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A. Home RunExplanation
Derek Jeter's 3000th hit was a home run. This means that he hit the ball and was able to run around all the bases, scoring a run for his team. A home run is considered a significant achievement in baseball, and reaching 3000 hits is a milestone that only a few players have accomplished in their careers. Jeter's 3000th hit being a home run adds to the significance and excitement of the moment.Rate this question:
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Who won the 2011 National League Cy Young Award?
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Ian Kennedy
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Roy Halladay
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Clayton Kershaw
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Cole Hamels
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A. Clayton KershawExplanation
Clayton Kershaw won the 2011 National League Cy Young Award.Rate this question:
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Which of these hitters had the higher batting average for the 2011 MLB season?
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Miguel Cabrera
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Victor Martinez
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Adrian Gonzalez
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Jacoby Ellsbury
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A. Miguel CabreraExplanation
Miguel Cabrera had the higher batting average for the 2011 MLB season compared to Victor Martinez, Adrian Gonzalez, and Jacoby Ellsbury.Rate this question:
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Who was the only team in the MLB to win over 100 regular season games for 2011?
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Detroit
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Philadelphia
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Arizona
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Texas
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A. PhiladelphiaExplanation
In 2011, the Philadelphia Phillies were the only team in Major League Baseball (MLB) to win over 100 regular season games. This means they had the highest number of wins compared to all the other teams in the league that year.Rate this question:
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How many home runs did Pablo Sandoval hit for the Giants in the 2011 season?
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33
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41
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12
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23
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A. 23Explanation
In the 2011 season, Pablo Sandoval hit a total of 23 home runs for the Giants.Rate this question:
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Josh Hamilton played in 121 regular season games in 2011, how many home runs and runs batted in did he collect?
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19 Home Runs and 78 RBIs
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25 Home Runs and 94 RBIs
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18 Home Runs and 87 RBIs
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15 Home Runs and 73 RBIs
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A. 25 Home Runs and 94 RBIsExplanation
In the 2011 regular season, Josh Hamilton played in 121 games. During this time, he hit 25 home runs and had 94 runs batted in (RBIs).Rate this question:
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How many home runs and runs batted in did Robinson Cano have in the 2011 regular season?
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28 Home Runs and 118 RBIs
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23 Home Runs and 87 RBIs
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29 Home Runs and 96 RBIs
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6 Home Runs and 61 RBIs
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A. 28 Home Runs and 118 RBIsExplanation
In the 2011 regular season, Robinson Cano hit 28 home runs and had 118 runs batted in (RBIs).Rate this question:
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Who went eighth to the Kansas City Royals pick in 2013 draft?
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Marco Gonzales
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Hunter Dozier
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Seth Blair
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Ryne Stanek
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A. Hunter DozierExplanation
Hunter Dozier went eighth to the Kansas City Royals pick in the 2013 draft.Rate this question:
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In the 2012 draft, who was selected eighth overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates?
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Ty Hensley
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Mark Appel
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Hunter Renfroe
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Seth Blair
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A. Mark AppelExplanation
Mark Appel was selected eighth overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2012 draft.Rate this question:
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Who is the Outfielder selected as the fifth pick overall in the 2013 draft?
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Ryne Stanek
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Clint Frazier
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Carlos Correa
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Dylan Bundy
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A. Clint FrazierExplanation
Clint Frazier was selected as the fifth pick overall in the 2013 draft.Rate this question:
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Who went fourth to the Minnesota Twins pick in 2013 draft?
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Kohl Stewart
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Michael Wacha
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Seth Blair
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Derek (Bubba) Starling
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A. Kohl StewartExplanation
Kohl Stewart was the fourth pick for the Minnesota Twins in the 2013 draft.Rate this question:
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Who did the Baltimore Orioles select as the fourth pick overall in the 2012 draft?
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Kyle Zimmer
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Kevin Gausman
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Seth Blair
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Ryne Stanek
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A. Kevin GausmanExplanation
In the 2012 draft, the Baltimore Orioles selected Kevin Gausman as the fourth overall pick.Rate this question:
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Who is the Right Handed Pitcher selected as the fourth pick overall in the 2011 draft?
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Deven Marrero
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Seth Blair
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Dylan Bundy
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Max Fried
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A. Dylan BundyExplanation
Dylan Bundy was selected as the fourth pick overall in the 2011 draft.Rate this question:
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In the 2013 draft, who was selected third overall by the Colorado Rockies?
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Carlos Correa
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Nick Ciuffo
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Jonathan Gray
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Marco Gonzales
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A. Jonathan GrayExplanation
Jonathan Gray was selected third overall by the Colorado Rockies in the 2013 draft.Rate this question:
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Who went third to the Arizona Diamondbacks pick in 2011 draft?
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Dominic Smith
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Trevor Bauer
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Ryne Stanek
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Seth Blair
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A. Trevor BauerExplanation
Trevor Bauer went third to the Arizona Diamondbacks pick in the 2011 draft.Rate this question:
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Who is the Left Handed Pitcher selected as the second pick overall in the 2011 draft?
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Seth Blair
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Michael Wacha
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Kevin Gausman
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Danny Hultzen
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A. Danny HultzenExplanation
Danny Hultzen was selected as the second pick overall in the 2011 draft.Rate this question:
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In the 2012 draft, who was selected second overall by the Minnesota Twins?
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Byron Buxton
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J.P. Crawford
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Ty Hensley
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Mark Appel
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A. Byron BuxtonExplanation
Byron Buxton was selected second overall by the Minnesota Twins in the 2012 draft.Rate this question:
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Who went second to the Chicago Cubs pick in 2013 draft?
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Kris Bryant
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Kyle Zimmer
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Chris Reed
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Ty Hensley
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A. Kris BryantExplanation
Kris Bryant went second to the Chicago Cubs pick in the 2013 draft. This means that he was the second player chosen by the Cubs in that draft.Rate this question:
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Who is the Right Handed Pitcher selected as the first pick overall in the 2013 draft?
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Dominic Smith
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Mark Appel
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Max Fried
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Ryne Stanek
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A. Mark AppelExplanation
Mark Appel is the correct answer because he was indeed selected as the first overall pick in the 2013 draft. He was a right-handed pitcher who was highly regarded coming out of college and was chosen by the Houston Astros as the top pick. However, Appel's professional career did not pan out as expected, and he struggled to find success at the major league level. Nonetheless, at the time of the draft, he was considered a highly talented prospect and was the consensus choice for the first overall selection.Rate this question:
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Albert Pujols signed a 10-year deal with which team in 2011?
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Boston Red Sox
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St. Louis Cardinals
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Atlanta Braves
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Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim
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A. Los Angeles Angels of AnaheimExplanation
In 2011, Albert Pujols signed a 10-year deal with the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. This means that he agreed to play for the Angels for the next 10 years.Rate this question:
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