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    Who hit the first pinch hit home run in World Series history?

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  • 2. 

    Which pitcher won the first World Series game ever played?

    • Bill Dineen

    • Sam Leever

    • Deacon Phillippe

    • Cy Young

    Correct Answer
    A. Deacon Phillippe
    Explanation
    Deacon Phillippe won the first World Series game ever played. This can be inferred from the question which asks for the pitcher who won the first World Series game. Since Deacon Phillippe is one of the options provided, it can be concluded that he is the correct answer.

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  • 3. 

    Who was picked off base twice in the same World Series game?

    • Solly Hoffman

    • Johnny Evers

    • Tommy Leach

    • Max Flack

    Correct Answer
    A. Max Flack
    Explanation
    Max Flack was picked off base twice in the same World Series game.

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  • 4. 

    When Reggie Jackson hit his 3rd consecutive home run of game 6 of the 1977 World Series who was pitching?

    • Burt Hooten

    • Elias Sosa

    • Bill Singer

    • Charlie Hough

    Correct Answer
    A. Charlie Hough
    Explanation
    Charlie Hough was the pitcher when Reggie Jackson hit his 3rd consecutive home run in game 6 of the 1977 World Series.

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  • 5. 

    Who was the first pitcher to appear in all seven games of a World Series?

    • Darold Knowles

    • Dennis Eckersly

    • Goose Gossage

    • Rollie Fingers

    Correct Answer
    A. Darold Knowles
    Explanation
    Darold Knowles was the first pitcher to appear in all seven games of a World Series. This means that he played in every game of the series, showcasing his endurance and skill as a pitcher. This achievement is quite notable as it requires consistency, reliability, and the ability to perform under pressure in each game. Knowles' accomplishment in appearing in all seven games of a World Series demonstrates his value to his team and his ability to contribute consistently throughout the series.

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  • 6. 

    Who hit the first grand slam in World Series history?

    • Frank Baker

    • Joe Dugan

    • Sam Crawford

    • Elmer Smith

    Correct Answer
    A. Elmer Smith
    Explanation
    Elmer Smith hit the first grand slam in World Series history.

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  • 7. 

    When Babe Ruth ended the 1926 World Series by attempting a stolen base, what catcher gunned him down?

    • Bob O'Farrell

    • Paul Richards

    • Wally Mayer

    • Zack Taylor

    Correct Answer
    A. Bob O'Farrell
    Explanation
    Bob O'Farrell is the correct answer because he was the catcher who successfully threw out Babe Ruth when he attempted to steal a base in the 1926 World Series.

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  • 8. 

    Who is the only Philadelphia Phillie to play on both the 1980 and 1993 World Series teams?

    • Mark Davis

    • Mike Schmidt

    • Steve Carlton

    • Larry Bowa

    Correct Answer
    A. Mark Davis
    Explanation
    Mark Davis is the correct answer because he is the only Philadelphia Phillie to have played on both the 1980 and 1993 World Series teams. This means that he was a member of the team that won the World Series in 1980 and also a member of the team that made it to the World Series in 1993. No other player from the Philadelphia Phillies can claim this distinction.

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  • 9. 

    Who won the first World Series MVP Award?

    • Bobby Richardson

    • Johnny Podres

    • Jackie Robinson

    • Don Larsen

    Correct Answer
    A. Johnny Podres
    Explanation
    Johnny Podres won the first World Series MVP Award.

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  • 10. 

    What was the match up of the 1984 World Series?

    • San Diego Vs Detroit

    • St. Louis Vs NY Yankees

    • NY Mets Vs Kansas City

    • NY Mets Vs Boston

    Correct Answer
    A. San Diego Vs Detroit
    Explanation
    The match up of the 1984 World Series was between San Diego and Detroit.

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  • 11. 

    In 1972, Gene Tenace was the MVP in the World Series for Oakland, what was his salary that year?

    • 30000

    • 200000

    • 18000

    • 250000

    Correct Answer
    A. 18000
    Explanation
    The given question asks for the salary of Gene Tenace in 1972, the year he was the MVP in the World Series for Oakland. The correct answer is $18,000.

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  • 12. 

    Who caught the final out of the 1990 World Series?

    • Chris Sabo

    • Barry Larkin

    • Hal Morris

    • Todd Benzinger

    Correct Answer
    A. Todd Benzinger
    Explanation
    Todd Benzinger caught the final out of the 1990 World Series.

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  • 13. 

    How much was Roger Clemens fined for a bat-throwing incident at the 2000 World Series?

    • 100

    • 50000

    • 150000

    • 5000

    Correct Answer
    A. 50000
    Explanation
    Roger Clemens was fined $50,000 for a bat-throwing incident at the 2000 World Series. This incident refers to a specific event where Clemens, a professional baseball player, threw a bat towards Mike Piazza, a player from the opposing team, during a game. The fine was likely imposed as a disciplinary measure for Clemens' unsportsmanlike behavior, which posed a risk to the safety of other players and disrupted the game.

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  • 14. 

    Who was the MVP of the 1999 Baseball World Series between the Yankees and the Braves?

    • Scott Brosius

    • Mariano Rivera

    • David Justice

    • Derek Jeter

    Correct Answer
    A. Mariano Rivera
    Explanation
    Mariano Rivera was named the MVP of the 1999 Baseball World Series between the Yankees and the Braves. Rivera was a pitcher for the Yankees and played a crucial role in their victory. He appeared in four out of the five games in the series and recorded two saves. Rivera's dominant performance on the mound, including a perfect game in Game 2, earned him the MVP title. His contributions were instrumental in helping the Yankees secure their 25th World Series championship.

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  • 15. 

    Who won the World Series MVP twice in the decade of the 70's, once as a Yankee and once as an Oakland A?

    • Reggie Jackson

    • Bucky Dent

    • Johnny Bench

    • Willie Stargell

    Correct Answer
    A. Reggie Jackson
    Explanation
    Reggie Jackson is the correct answer because he won the World Series MVP twice in the 70's, once as a Yankee and once as an Oakland A. He was known for his exceptional performance in the World Series, earning him the nickname "Mr. October." Jackson's powerful hitting and clutch performances made him a key player in both teams' victories during that decade.

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