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    Which Boston Red Sox player waved his home run fair during the 1975 MLB World Series?

    • Carl Yastrzemski
    • Rico Petrocelli
    • Carlton Fisk
    • Bernie Carbo
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  • 2. 

    Who led off Game 4 of the 2004 MLB World Series with a home run?

    • Orlando Cabrera

    • Tony Womack

    • Johnny Damon

    • Doug Mientkiewicz

    Correct Answer
    A. Johnny Damon
    Explanation
    In Game 4 of the 2004 MLB World Series, Johnny Damon led off with a home run. This means that he was the first batter for his team, the Boston Red Sox, in that game and hit a home run right at the beginning of the game.

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  • 3. 

    Which Cy Young winners started Game 2 of the 1986 MLB World Series?

    • Frank Viola And Rick Sutcliffe

    • Mike Scott And La Marr Hoyt

    • Dwight Gooden And Roger Clemens

    • Willie Hernandez And John Denny

    Correct Answer
    A. Dwight Gooden And Roger Clemens
    Explanation
    Dwight Gooden and Roger Clemens started Game 2 of the 1986 MLB World Series. Both Gooden and Clemens were Cy Young winners, which is an award given to the best pitchers in each league. Their selection to start Game 2 of the World Series highlights their skill and dominance in the sport.

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  • 4. 

    During the 1963 World Series, which pitcher made a single-game record when he struck out 15 batters?

    • Whitey Ford

    • Jim Bouton

    • Don Drysdale

    • Sandy Koufax

    Correct Answer
    A. Sandy Koufax
    Explanation
    Sandy Koufax made a single-game record by striking out 15 batters during the 1963 World Series.

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  • 5. 

    Which player's wife had a baby before Game 7 of the 1985 MLB World Series?

    • George Brett

    • Todd Worrell

    • Bret Saberhagen

    • Darrell Porter

    Correct Answer
    A. Bret Saberhagen
    Explanation
    Bret Saberhagen's wife had a baby before Game 7 of the 1985 MLB World Series.

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  • 6. 

    Who managed the Florida Marlins in the 2003 World MLB Series?

    • Jack McKeon

    • Joe Girardi

    • Fredi Gonzalez

    • Jeff Torborg

    Correct Answer
    A. Jack McKeon
    Explanation
    Jack McKeon managed the Florida Marlins in the 2003 World MLB Series.

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  • 7. 

    Who pitched the last ball in the bottom of the ninth during the last game of the 1960 World Series?

    • Roberto Clemente

    • Ralph Terry

    • Roger Maris

    • Bill Mazeroski

    Correct Answer
    A. Ralph Terry
    Explanation
    Ralph Terry pitched the last ball in the bottom of the ninth during the last game of the 1960 World Series.

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  • 8. 

    After 2005's World Series, who did the White Sox first baseman give the ball from the final out to?

    • Jermaine Dye

    • Jerry Reinsdorf

    • Jose Contreras

    • Ozzie Guillen

    Correct Answer
    A. Jerry Reinsdorf
    Explanation
    After winning the 2005 World Series, the White Sox first baseman gave the ball from the final out to Jerry Reinsdorf. Jerry Reinsdorf is the owner of the Chicago White Sox, and it is common for players to give significant game memorabilia to team owners or other important figures as a gesture of gratitude or celebration.

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  • 9. 

    What Pittsburgh Pirate was killed in a plane crash 14 months after his team won 1971's World Series?

    • Steve Blass

    • Roberto Clemente

    • Bob Robertson

    • Manny Sanguillen

    Correct Answer
    A. Roberto Clemente
    Explanation
    Roberto Clemente, a Pittsburgh Pirate, tragically lost his life in a plane crash 14 months after his team won the 1971 World Series. This event marked the end of a remarkable career for Clemente, who was known for his exceptional skills as an outfielder and his humanitarian efforts off the field. Clemente's untimely death left a lasting impact on the baseball community, and he is remembered as one of the greatest players in the history of the sport.

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  • 10. 

    Favored to win, the Oakland Athletics were able to win how many games in the 1990 MLB World Series?

    • Three

    • Zero

    • Two

    • One

    Correct Answer
    A. Zero
    Explanation
    The question asks how many games the Oakland Athletics were able to win in the 1990 MLB World Series. The correct answer is "Zero" because the Oakland Athletics did not win any games in the 1990 MLB World Series.

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    Who was the manager of the 2005 Chicago White Sox?

    • Lance Berkman

    • Jose Contreras

    • Ozzie Guillen

    • Jerry Reinsdorf

    Correct Answer
    A. Ozzie Guillen
    Explanation
    Ozzie Guillen was the manager of the 2005 Chicago White Sox. He led the team to their first World Series championship in 88 years. Guillen's leadership and strategic decisions played a crucial role in the team's success that year. His ability to motivate and guide the players, along with his strong baseball knowledge, made him an instrumental figure in the White Sox's historic season.

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    Which pitcher appeared in all five games of the 1974 World Series?

    • Ken Holtzman

    • Mike Marshall

    • Charlie Hough

    • Rollie Fingers

    Correct Answer
    A. Mike Marshall
    Explanation
    Mike Marshall is the correct answer because he is the only pitcher listed who appeared in all five games of the 1974 World Series. Ken Holtzman, Charlie Hough, and Rollie Fingers did not appear in all five games of the series.

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  • 13. 

    Who hit his first World Series home run in the 2006 World Series?

    • Brandon Inge

    • Scott Rolen

    • David Eckstein

    • Neifi Perez

    Correct Answer
    A. Scott Rolen
    Explanation
    Scott Rolen hit his first World Series home run in the 2006 World Series.

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  • 14. 

    In the 1996 World Series, who became the youngest player to hit a home run?

    • Chipper Jones

    • Russ Ortiz

    • Derek Jeter

    • Andruw Jones

    Correct Answer
    A. Andruw Jones
    Explanation
    Andruw Jones became the youngest player to hit a home run in the 1996 World Series.

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    Which pitcher made his last post-season appearance in the 1983 MLB World Series?

    • Mike Boddicker

    • John Denny

    • Jim Palmer

    • Scott McGregor

    Correct Answer
    A. Jim Palmer
    Explanation
    Jim Palmer made his last post-season appearance in the 1983 MLB World Series. He was a pitcher who played for the Baltimore Orioles and had a successful career. Palmer was known for his exceptional pitching skills and was a key player in the Orioles' success during the 1970s. He made his last appearance in the World Series in 1983, which was the final post-season appearance of his career.

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