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    Why were the Brooklyn Dodgers called the Dodgers?

    • They Dodged A Lot Of Pitches
    • They Had To Dodge Trolleys On Their Way To The Game
    • They Dodged Gun Fire By Psychopathic Assassins
    • They Dodged Garbage Thrown By The Fans
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How big of a MLB - MLB - Los Angeles Dodgers fan are you?

Are You A MLB - MLB - Los Angeles Dodgers Fan? - Quiz

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  • 2. 

    In which year did Dodger pitcher Fernando Valenzuela win Rookie of the Year?

    • 1982

    • 1983

    • 1980

    • 1981

    Correct Answer
    A. 1981
    Explanation
    In 1981, Dodger pitcher Fernando Valenzuela won the Rookie of the Year award. This award is given to the best rookie player in Major League Baseball, and Valenzuela's performance in his rookie season was exceptional. He had a record-breaking season, becoming the first player in history to win both the Rookie of the Year and Cy Young Award in the same year. Valenzuela's success in 1981 solidified his place as one of the greatest rookie pitchers in baseball history.

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  • 3. 

    What was Dodger pitcher Sandy Koufax's number?

    • 33

    • 23

    • 32

    • 24

    Correct Answer
    A. 32
    Explanation
    Sandy Koufax's number was 32.

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  • 4. 

    What was the Dodger's home baseball park before they moved to Los Angeles?

    • Boston Gardens

    • Ebbets Field

    • Polo Grounds

    • Brooklyn Battery

    Correct Answer
    A. Ebbets Field
    Explanation
    Ebbets Field was the home baseball park of the Brooklyn Dodgers before they moved to Los Angeles. It was located in the Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. Ebbets Field was known for its intimate atmosphere and unique features, such as the famous rotunda entrance and the hand-operated scoreboard. The Dodgers played at Ebbets Field from 1913 until their relocation in 1957, making it an iconic part of the team's history.

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  • 5. 

    Which MLB team has Darryl Strawberry not played with?

    • Detroit Tigers

    • New York Yankees

    • Los Angeles Dodgers

    • New York Mets

    Correct Answer
    A. Detroit Tigers
    Explanation
    Darryl Strawberry has played for the New York Yankees, Los Angeles Dodgers, and New York Mets, but he has not played for the Detroit Tigers.

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  • 6. 

    What was Duke Snider's uniform number while with the Brooklyn Dodgers?

    • 11

    • 4

    • 14

    • 22

    Correct Answer
    A. 4
    Explanation
    Duke Snider's uniform number while with the Brooklyn Dodgers was 4.

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  • 7. 

    Dodger Gil Hodges later managed which of these MLB teams?

    • Los Angeles Dodgers

    • New York Yankees

    • New York Mets

    • San Francisco Giants

    Correct Answer
    A. New York Mets
    Explanation
    Gil Hodges later managed the New York Mets. This can be inferred from the fact that the New York Mets is the only team listed that is based in New York, where Hodges had a strong connection as a player for the Brooklyn Dodgers. Additionally, Hodges is well-known for his managerial career with the Mets, leading them to their first World Series championship in 1969.

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  • 8. 

    Which popular Dodger hit 407 home runs and 1,333 RBI's in his lifetime?

    • Duke Snider

    • Mike Piazza

    • Gil Hodges

    • Steve Garvey

    Correct Answer
    A. Duke Snider
    Explanation
    Duke Snider is the correct answer because he was a popular Dodger player who hit 407 home runs and 1,333 RBI's in his lifetime.

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  • 9. 

    What position did Ron Cey play for the Los Angeles Dodgers?

    • Second Baseman

    • Third Baseman

    • First Baseman

    • Shortstop

    Correct Answer
    A. Third Baseman
    Explanation
    Ron Cey played as a Third Baseman for the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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  • 10. 

    Which Dodger manager coined the famous expression "Nice guys finish last"?

    • Walter Alston

    • Leo Durocher

    • Gil Hodges

    • Duke Snider

    Correct Answer
    A. Leo Durocher
    Explanation
    Leo Durocher is the correct answer because he is the Dodger manager who famously coined the expression "Nice guys finish last." This phrase has become well-known and is often used to describe situations where being kind or considerate may not lead to success or victory. Durocher's statement reflects the belief that in competitive environments, those who prioritize being ruthless or aggressive are more likely to come out on top.

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  • 11. 

    Which of the following players was not a 1st round draft pick by the Los Angeles Dodgers?

    • Mike White

    • Mike Piazza

    • Bill Bene

    • Dan Opperman

    Correct Answer
    A. Mike Piazza
    Explanation
    Mike Piazza was not a 1st round draft pick by the Los Angeles Dodgers.

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  • 12. 

    In 1977, who didn't hit 30 or more home runs for the Dodgers?

    • Willie Davis

    • Steve Garvey

    • Reggie Smith

    • Dusty Baker

    Correct Answer
    A. Willie Davis
    Explanation
    Among the players listed, Willie Davis is the only one who didn't hit 30 or more home runs for the Dodgers in 1977. This means that Steve Garvey, Reggie Smith, and Dusty Baker all hit 30 or more home runs that year for the Dodgers.

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  • 13. 

    Which Dodger pitching coach suffered a fatal heart attack during practice?

    • Tommy Lasorda

    • Roy Campanella

    • Don McMahon

    • Don Drysdale

    Correct Answer
    A. Don McMahon
    Explanation
    Don McMahon is not the correct answer for this question. The question is asking about a Dodger pitching coach who suffered a fatal heart attack during practice. Don McMahon was a relief pitcher, not a pitching coach, and there is no information to suggest that he suffered a fatal heart attack during practice. Therefore, the correct answer cannot be determined based on the given information.

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  • 14. 

    Which one of these pitchers has never thrown a no-hitter for the Dodgers?

    • Jerry Reuss

    • Orel Hershiser

    • Bill Singer

    • Hideo Nomo

    Correct Answer
    A. Orel Hershiser
    Explanation
    Orel Hershiser is the correct answer because he has thrown a no-hitter for the Dodgers. Jerry Reuss, Bill Singer, and Hideo Nomo have never thrown a no-hitter for the Dodgers.

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  • 15. 

    Which team did the Dodgers trade catcher Mike Piazza to in 1998?

    • Tampa Bay Devil Rays

    • New York Mets

    • Florida Marlins

    • Chicago Cubs

    Correct Answer
    A. Florida Marlins
    Explanation
    In 1998, the Dodgers traded catcher Mike Piazza to the Florida Marlins.

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