Do You Know About MLB - Texas Rangers?

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  • 1. 

    Who was the only American League All-Star from the 1977 Texas Rangers squad?

    • A.

      Claudell Washington

    • B.

      Mike Hargrove

    • C.

      Jim Sundberg

    • D.

      Bert Campaneris

    Correct Answer
    D. Bert Campaneris
    Explanation
    Bert Campaneris was the only American League All-Star from the 1977 Texas Rangers squad. This can be inferred from the question, which asks for the only All-Star from that team.

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  • 2. 

    Which Texas Rangers player hit for the cycle in the 2004 season?

    • A.

      Alfonso Soriano

    • B.

      Brian Jordan

    • C.

      Eric Young

    • D.

      Mark Teixeira

    Correct Answer
    D. Mark Teixeira
    Explanation
    Mark Teixeira hit for the cycle in the 2004 season for the Texas Rangers. This means that in a single game, he hit a single, a double, a triple, and a home run. Hitting for the cycle is a rare feat in baseball and requires a player to have a combination of power, speed, and hitting ability. Teixeira's accomplishment in the 2004 season showcased his versatility and skill as a hitter.

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  • 3. 

    Who was the winning pitcher in the Texas Rangers' first victory in 1972?

    • A.

      Mike Paul

    • B.

      Dick Bosman

    • C.

      Rich Hand

    • D.

      Pete Broberg

    Correct Answer
    D. Pete Broberg
    Explanation
    Pete Broberg was the winning pitcher in the Texas Rangers' first victory in 1972.

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  • 4. 

    How many post-season victories did the Texas Rangers amass during the 20th century (1900-1999)?

    • A.

      4

    • B.

      1

    • C.

      6

    • D.

      0

    Correct Answer
    B. 1
    Explanation
    The Texas Rangers only won one post-season victory during the 20th century (1900-1999).

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  • 5. 

    Who was the first Texas Ranger to be selected as an All-Star?

    • A.

      Ted Kubiak

    • B.

      Toby Harrah

    • C.

      Frank Howard

    • D.

      Joe Lovitto

    Correct Answer
    B. Toby Harrah
    Explanation
    Toby Harrah was the first Texas Ranger to be selected as an All-Star.

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  • 6. 

    Which player led the Texas Rangers with 47 home runs during the 1999 regular season?

    • A.

      Ivan Rodriguez

    • B.

      Rafael Palmeiro

    • C.

      Alex Rodriguez

    • D.

      Juan Gonzalez

    Correct Answer
    B. Rafael Palmeiro
    Explanation
    Rafael Palmeiro led the Texas Rangers with 47 home runs during the 1999 regular season.

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  • 7. 

    Which Texas Rangers player joined Jim Sundberg on the 1978 American League All-Star team?

    • A.

      Mike Hargrove

    • B.

      Bert Campaneris

    • C.

      Richie Zisk

    • D.

      Doyle Alexander

    Correct Answer
    C. Richie Zisk
    Explanation
    Richie Zisk joined Jim Sundberg on the 1978 American League All-Star team.

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  • 8. 

    Who was the lone Texas Ranger selected to the 1985 American League All-Star team?

    • A.

      Buddy Bell

    • B.

      Rick Honeycutt

    • C.

      Gary Ward

    • D.

      Charlie Hough

    Correct Answer
    C. Gary Ward
    Explanation
    Gary Ward was the lone Texas Ranger selected to the 1985 American League All-Star team. This means that out of all the players on the Texas Rangers team, only Gary Ward was chosen to represent the team in the All-Star game.

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  • 9. 

    Which Texas Rangers pitcher started 22 days after being selected in the 1973 MLB draft?

    • A.

      David Clyde

    • B.

      Steve Dunning

    • C.

      Pete Broberg

    • D.

      Don Stanhouse

    Correct Answer
    A. David Clyde
    Explanation
    David Clyde is the correct answer because he was selected by the Texas Rangers in the 1973 MLB draft and made his major league debut just 22 days later. This was a highly unusual move as players are typically given more time to develop in the minor leagues before being called up to the majors. Clyde's quick promotion was seen as a marketing ploy by the Rangers to boost attendance, but unfortunately, his career did not live up to the hype and he struggled with injuries and inconsistency.

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  • 10. 

    Which pitcher was the opening day starter in 2004 for the Texas Rangers?

    • A.

      Chan Ho Park

    • B.

      R.A. Dickey

    • C.

      Ryan Drese

    • D.

      Kenny Rogers

    Correct Answer
    B. R.A. Dickey
    Explanation
    R.A. Dickey was the opening day starter for the Texas Rangers in 2004.

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  • 11. 

    In what year did the Texas Rangers turn the first triple play in team history?

    • A.

      1972

    • B.

      1983

    • C.

      1977

    • D.

      1979

    Correct Answer
    C. 1977
    Explanation
    In 1977, the Texas Rangers turned their first triple play in team history.

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  • 12. 

    What Texas Ranger stole second, third and home in the same inning in 1974?

    • A.

      Toby Harrah

    • B.

      Leo Cardenas

    • C.

      Dave Nelson

    • D.

      Jim Spencer

    Correct Answer
    C. Dave Nelson
    Explanation
    Dave Nelson is the correct answer because he was the Texas Ranger who stole second, third, and home in the same inning in 1974. This feat is known as a "straight steal of home" and is a rare occurrence in baseball. Nelson's accomplishment showcases his speed and base-running skills, making him the correct answer to this question.

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  • 13. 

    Which team beat the Texas Rangers in the final game at Arlington Stadium?

    • A.

      Detroit Tigers

    • B.

      Minnesota Twins

    • C.

      Cleveland Indians

    • D.

      Kansas City Royals

    Correct Answer
    D. Kansas City Royals
    Explanation
    The Kansas City Royals beat the Texas Rangers in the final game at Arlington Stadium.

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  • 14. 

    Who hit the first home run by a pitcher while wearing a Texas Rangers uniform?

    • A.

      Aaron Sele

    • B.

      Kenny Rogers

    • C.

      Bobby Witt

    • D.

      John Burkett

    Correct Answer
    C. Bobby Witt
    Explanation
    Bobby Witt hit the first home run by a pitcher while wearing a Texas Rangers uniform.

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  • 15. 

    Which Texas Rangers pitcher hurled the first pitch in the first interleague game in ML history?

    • A.

      Bobby Witt

    • B.

      Kevin Gross

    • C.

      Darren Oliver

    • D.

      Roger Pavlik

    Correct Answer
    C. Darren Oliver
    Explanation
    Darren Oliver is the correct answer because he was the Texas Rangers pitcher who threw the first pitch in the first interleague game in Major League history. This game took place on June 12, 1997, between the Texas Rangers and the San Francisco Giants. Oliver's pitch marked the beginning of a new era in baseball, as interleague play was introduced for the first time, allowing teams from the American League and National League to face each other during the regular season.

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