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    Which Oakland A's pitcher had three doubles and one homer over the 1972 and 1973 World Series?

    • Rollie Fingers
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  • 2. 

    Over three World Series wins from 1972-74, Oakland A Rollie Fingers had wins and saves totaling?

    • Four

    • Six

    • Eight

    • Ten

    Correct Answer
    A. Eight
    Explanation
    Rollie Fingers, a player for the Oakland A's from 1972-1974, had a total of eight wins and saves combined in the World Series during that time period. This means that he contributed significantly to the team's success by both securing victories and protecting leads. Fingers' performance was crucial in helping the Oakland A's win three World Series championships in a row.

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  • 3. 

    Which Oakland A hit the game-winning home run in the deciding game of the 1974 World Series?

    • Bert Campaneris

    • Mitchell Page

    • Joe Rudi

    • Sal Bando

    Correct Answer
    A. Joe Rudi
    Explanation
    Joe Rudi hit the game-winning home run in the deciding game of the 1974 World Series.

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  • 4. 

    In what year did the Cincinnati Reds win their first World Series?

    • 1908

    • 1919

    • 1926

    • 1924

    Correct Answer
    A. 1919
    Explanation
    In 1919, the Cincinnati Reds won their first World Series. This victory marked a significant milestone for the team, as it was their first championship title in the history of the franchise. The Reds' success in 1919 showcased their talent and competitiveness in the baseball world, solidifying their place as a formidable team.

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  • 5. 

    How many World Series victories did the White Sox have during the 20th century?

    • 1

    • 2

    • 4

    • 0

    Correct Answer
    A. 2
    Explanation
    The White Sox had 2 World Series victories during the 20th century.

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  • 6. 

    What famous comedian said "finally its your team that sucks" after the Cleveland Indians lost the '95 World Series?

    • Bob Hope

    • Drew Carey

    • Bill Cosby

    • Norm McDonald

    Correct Answer
    A. Drew Carey
    Explanation
    Drew Carey is a famous comedian known for his Cleveland roots and his love for the city's sports teams. The statement "finally its your team that sucks" reflects his sarcastic and self-deprecating humor. Since the question mentions the Cleveland Indians losing the '95 World Series, it is reasonable to attribute this quote to Drew Carey, who is closely associated with Cleveland and its sports culture.

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  • 7. 

    In 1969, Earl Weaver became the first manager ejected from a World Series Game in how many years?

    • 17

    • 51

    • 7

    • 34

    Correct Answer
    A. 34
    Explanation
    Earl Weaver became the first manager to be ejected from a World Series Game in 34 years. This implies that there was a significant gap of 34 years before Weaver's ejection in 1969.

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  • 8. 

    How many games did the Baltimore Orioles win in the 1979 World Series before losing the last three?

    • Three

    • One

    • None

    • Two

    Correct Answer
    A. Three
    Explanation
    The Baltimore Orioles won three games in the 1979 World Series before losing the last three.

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  • 9. 

    Which Pittsburgh Pirate missed a bunt sign and hit a 3-run homer in Game 3 of the 1971 World Series?

    • Willie Stargell

    • Bob Robertson

    • Roberto Clemente

    • Steve Blass

    Correct Answer
    A. Bob Robertson
    Explanation
    Bob Robertson is the correct answer because he missed a bunt sign and hit a 3-run homer in Game 3 of the 1971 World Series. This shows that he deviated from the intended play and instead made a significant contribution to the team's score by hitting a home run.

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  • 10. 

    In 2003, the Florida Marlins rallied from how many games under .500 to win the World Series?

    • 10

    • 3

    • 7

    • 9

    Correct Answer
    A. 10
    Explanation
    The Florida Marlins rallied from being 10 games under .500 to win the World Series in 2003. This means that they had a win-loss record that was 10 games below the .500 mark, which indicates a losing record. Despite this, they were able to turn their season around and ultimately win the championship.

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  • 11. 

    In the 1972 World Series, who did Rollie Fingers strike out while seeming to walk him intentionally?

    • Joe Morgan

    • Johnny Bench

    • Tony Perez

    • Pete Rose

    Correct Answer
    A. Johnny Bench
    Explanation
    Rollie Fingers struck out Johnny Bench while seeming to walk him intentionally in the 1972 World Series.

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  • 12. 

    Who was the manager of the Oakland A's when they won their third World Series in 1974?

    • Billy Martin

    • Dick Williams

    • Tony La Russa

    • Alvin Dark

    Correct Answer
    A. Alvin Dark
    Explanation
    Alvin Dark was the manager of the Oakland A's when they won their third World Series in 1974.

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  • 13. 

    Who said "It's all over. The end." after the Kansas City Royals lost the 1980 World Series?

    • Hal McRae

    • George Brett

    • Willie Wilson

    • Frank White

    Correct Answer
    A. Frank White
    Explanation
    Frank White said "It's all over. The end." after the Kansas City Royals lost the 1980 World Series.

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  • 14. 

    Which team did the Cleveland Indians lose to in the 1997 World Series?

    • New York Mets

    • Atlanta Braves

    • Flordia Marlins

    • Arizona Diamondbacks

    Correct Answer
    A. Flordia Marlins
    Explanation
    The Cleveland Indians lost to the Florida Marlins in the 1997 World Series.

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  • 15. 

    How many games has Houston Astros player Jeff Bagwell played prior to making his first World Series appearance in 2005?

    • 2,564

    • 3,207

    • 2,028

    • 1,890

    Correct Answer
    A. 2,564
    Explanation
    Jeff Bagwell played a total of 2,564 games prior to making his first World Series appearance in 2005.

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