MLB - Atlanta Braves Trivia Question
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Which player has been an Atlanta Brave pitching ace?
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Greg Maddux
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Dennis Eckersley
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Andy Pettitte
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Jerry Koosman
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Which player has been an Atlanta Brave third baseman?
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Richie Ashburn
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Fred McGriff
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Chipper Jones
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Kent Hrbek
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A. Chipper JonesExplanation
Chipper Jones has been an Atlanta Brave third baseman.Rate this question:
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Which pitcher won the National League Cy Young Award in 1995?
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Pat Hentgen
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Greg Maddux
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Pedro Martinez
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Jack McDowell
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A. Greg MadduxExplanation
Greg Maddux won the National League Cy Young Award in 1995. Maddux was a highly successful pitcher known for his exceptional control and ability to consistently hit his spots. In 1995, he had an outstanding season with the Atlanta Braves, posting a record of 19-2 with a 1.63 ERA. He led the league in wins, ERA, and WHIP, and was a key contributor to the Braves' success that year. Maddux's exceptional performance and dominance on the mound made him a deserving recipient of the Cy Young Award in 1995.Rate this question:
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Which city has the Braves never called home?
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Boston
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Atlanta
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Milwaukee
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Chicago
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A. ChicagoExplanation
The Braves have never called Chicago home. They were originally based in Boston, then moved to Milwaukee, and finally settled in Atlanta.Rate this question:
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Which baseball player for the Atlanta Braves was MVP of the National League in 1982?
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Willie Stargell
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Robin Yount
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Willie Hernandez
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Dale Murphy
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A. Dale MurphyExplanation
Dale Murphy was the correct answer because he was the MVP of the National League in 1982 while playing for the Atlanta Braves.Rate this question:
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Which baseball player for the Milwaukee Braves was MVP of the National League in 1957?
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Mickey Mantle
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Hank Aaron
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Jackie Jensen
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Yogi Berra
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A. Hank AaronExplanation
Hank Aaron was the correct answer because he was the baseball player for the Milwaukee Braves who won the MVP award in the National League in 1957.Rate this question:
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Who was paid $13,000,000 by the Atlanta Braves in 2005?
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Bobby Abreu
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Darren Dreifort
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Andruw Jones
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Jeff Bagwell
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A. Andruw JonesExplanation
Andruw Jones was paid $13,000,000 by the Atlanta Braves in 2005.Rate this question:
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Which Brave was MVP of the National League in 1983?
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Cal Ripken, Jr.
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Dale Murphy
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Rollie Fingers
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Robin Yount
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A. Dale MurphyExplanation
Dale Murphy was named the MVP of the National League in 1983. This suggests that he had an outstanding performance that season and was recognized as the most valuable player in the league.Rate this question:
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Who compiled a 3.06 ERA in 2005 for the Braves?
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Cory Lidle
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John Smoltz
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Byung-Hyun Kim
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Freddy Garcia
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A. John SmoltzExplanation
John Smoltz compiled a 3.06 ERA in 2005 for the Braves.Rate this question:
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In 2001, the Atlanta Braves played in which division?
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NL Central
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AL East
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NL East
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AL West
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A. NL EastExplanation
The Atlanta Braves played in the NL East division in 2001. This division is part of the National League in Major League Baseball.Rate this question:
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Which Milwaukee Braves pitcher ranked 5th in victories in the majors in the 1950's?
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Bob Lemon
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Robin Roberts
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Warren Spahn
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Early Wynn
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A. Warren SpahnExplanation
Warren Spahn is the correct answer because he was a pitcher for the Milwaukee Braves during the 1950s and ranked 5th in victories among all pitchers in the major leagues during that decade.Rate this question:
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Which baseball player for the Atlanta Braves was MVP of the National League in 1991?
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Frank Thomas
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Terry Pendleton
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Jeff Bagwell
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Kevin Mitchell
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A. Terry PendletonExplanation
Terry Pendleton was the correct answer because he was the baseball player for the Atlanta Braves who won the MVP (Most Valuable Player) award in the National League in 1991.Rate this question:
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Which Braves player led the National League and the American League with the highest percentage of throw outs at second base in 2002?
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Chris Hammond
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Javier Lopez
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Mike Piazza
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Tom Hubbard
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A. Javier LopezExplanation
Javier Lopez led both the National League and the American League with the highest percentage of throw outs at second base in 2002.Rate this question:
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In 2001, which Atlanta Braves infielder volunteered to move to the outfield so that Vinny Castilla could play 3rd base?
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Ryan Klesko
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Andrew Jones
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Chipper Jones
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David Justice
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A. Chipper JonesExplanation
Chipper Jones volunteered to move to the outfield in 2001 so that Vinny Castilla could play 3rd base.Rate this question:
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In 2001, the Atlanta Braves finished where in their division?
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5th
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1st
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3rd
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4th
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A. 1stExplanation
In 2001, the Atlanta Braves finished first in their division. This means that they had the best record among all the teams in their division during that season.Rate this question:
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Greg Maddux started 36 regular-season games for the '03 Braves with a record of what?
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16 - 11
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12-Jan
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7-Feb
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13-Oct
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A. 16 - 11Explanation
Greg Maddux started 36 regular-season games for the '03 Braves and had a record of 16 - 11. This means that out of the 36 games he started, he won 16 games and lost 11 games.Rate this question:
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In what position did the Braves finish in 1993?
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2nd
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1st
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3rd
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4th
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A. 1stExplanation
In 1993, the Braves finished in the 1st position. This means that they were the top team in their league or division for that year.Rate this question:
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Who began his pro career with the Gulf Coast League Braves?
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Carlos Beltran
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Jason Jennings
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Rafael Furcal
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Derek Jeter
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A. Rafael FurcalExplanation
Rafael Furcal began his pro career with the Gulf Coast League Braves.Rate this question:
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Which former Atlanta Brave star won the NL Rookie of the Year Award in 1990?
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David Justice
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Otis Nixon
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Deion Sanders
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Fred McGriff
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A. David JusticeExplanation
David Justice won the NL Rookie of the Year Award in 1990.Rate this question:
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Who hit a team-leading 31 home runs for the 2004 Braves?
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Travis Hafner And Casey Blake
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Moises Alou
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Barry Bonds
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J.D. Drew
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A. J.D. DrewExplanation
J.D. Drew hit a team-leading 31 home runs for the 2004 Braves.Rate this question:
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Which one of these teams has Bobby Cox managed besides the Braves?
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White Sox
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Mets
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Red Sox
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Blue Jays
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A. Blue JaysExplanation
Bobby Cox managed the Blue Jays in addition to the Braves.Rate this question:
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How many Division Championships did the Atlanta Braves win in the 90's?
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4
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2
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6
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8
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A. 8Explanation
The Atlanta Braves won 8 Division Championships in the 90's. This indicates that they were consistently successful and dominant during that decade, winning their division more times than any other team in the National League.Rate this question:
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Who averaged .314 to lead the Braves in batting in 2004?
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Michael Young
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Adrian Beltre
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Erubiel Durazo
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Johnny Estrada
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A. Johnny EstradaExplanation
Johnny Estrada led the Braves in batting in 2004 with an average of .314.Rate this question:
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What team did Dale Murphy go to after he played for the Atlanta Braves?
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Chicago Cubs
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Los Angeles Dodgers
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Philadelphia Phillies
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New York Mets
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A. Philadelphia PhilliesExplanation
After playing for the Atlanta Braves, Dale Murphy went on to play for the Philadelphia Phillies.Rate this question:
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Who was credited with the most victories on the Braves pitching staff in 2004?
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Russ Ortiz And Jaret Wright
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Mark Hendrickson
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Carl Pavano
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Ted Lilly
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A. Russ Ortiz And Jaret WrightExplanation
Russ Ortiz and Jaret Wright were credited with the most victories on the Braves pitching staff in 2004. This means that they had the highest number of wins among all the pitchers on the team that year.Rate this question:
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What record was set in the final 2005 playoff game between Atlanta and Houston?
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Most Walks
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Most Innings
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Most Runs
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Most Home Runs
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A. Most InningsExplanation
In the final 2005 playoff game between Atlanta and Houston, the record that was set was for the most innings played. This means that the game went into extra innings, surpassing the usual nine innings of a regular baseball game. The teams continued to play until one team emerged as the winner, resulting in a longer and more intense game than expected.Rate this question:
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Which pitcher won 13 regular season games for the Atlanta Braves in 2005?
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Matt Clement
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Jorge Sosa
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Brett Myers
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Glendon Rusch
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A. Jorge SosaExplanation
Jorge Sosa is the correct answer because he won 13 regular season games for the Atlanta Braves in 2005.Rate this question:
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Who was Mark Wohlers traded to from the Atlanta Braves in 1999?
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Reds
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Brewers
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A's
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Padres
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A. RedsExplanation
In 1999, Mark Wohlers was traded from the Atlanta Braves to the Reds.Rate this question:
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