MLB - Los Angeles Dodgers Trivia - 2

1.

What number did Tommy Lasorda wear on his uniform as a manager for the L.A. Dodgers?
- A.
  
  1
- B.
  
  2
- C.
  
  3
- D.
  
  5
Correct Answer
B. 2

Explanation
Tommy Lasorda wore the number 2 on his uniform as a manager for the L.A. Dodgers.

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2.

Which of these players was playing for the Dodgers when he won the Rookie of the Year Award?
- A.
  
  Ted Sizemore
- B.
  
  Pat Zachary
- C.
  
  Alfredo Griffin
- D.
  
  Darryl Strawberry
Correct Answer
A. Ted Sizemore

Explanation
Ted Sizemore was playing for the Dodgers when he won the Rookie of the Year Award.

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3.

Who replaced Bill Russell as Dodger manager?
- A.
  
  Glenn Hoffman
- B.
  
  Mike Scioscia
- C.
  
  Tommy Lasorda
- D.
  
  Davey Johnson
Correct Answer
A. Glenn Hoffman

Explanation
Glenn Hoffman replaced Bill Russell as Dodger manager.

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4.

Which of these has never managed the L.A. Dodgers?
- A.
  
  Connie Mack
- B.
  
  Leo Durocher
- C.
  
  Charlie Dressen
- D.
  
  Wilbert Robinson
Correct Answer
A. Connie Mack

Explanation
Connie Mack has never managed the L.A. Dodgers. This can be inferred from the question which asks for the person who has never managed the team. The other three options, Leo Durocher, Charlie Dressen, and Wilbert Robinson, have all managed the L.A. Dodgers at some point. Therefore, the correct answer is Connie Mack.

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5.

Which former Dodger's autobiography was entitled "Temporary Insanity"?
- A.
  
  Bob Welch
- B.
  
  Tommy Lasorda
- C.
  
  Sandy Koufax
- D.
  
  Jay Johnstone
Correct Answer
D. Jay Johnstone

Explanation
Jay Johnstone's autobiography is titled "Temporary Insanity."

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6.

Which of these Dodgers did not win a Rookie of the Year Award in baseball?
- A.
  
  Steve Sax
- B.
  
  Ismael Valdes
- C.
  
  Joe Black
- D.
  
  Fernando Valenzuela
Correct Answer
B. Ismael Valdes

Explanation
Ismael Valdes did not win a Rookie of the Year Award in baseball. The other three options, Steve Sax, Joe Black, and Fernando Valenzuela, all won Rookie of the Year Awards during their careers.

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7.

What was Pedro Guerrero's uniform number when he was with the Los Angeles Dodgers?
- A.
  
  2
- B.
  
  32
- C.
  
  6
- D.
  
  28
Correct Answer
D. 28

Explanation
Pedro Guerrero's uniform number when he was with the Los Angeles Dodgers was 28.

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8.

Who beat the Dodgers for the National League pennant in 1983?
- A.
  
  Philadelphia Phillies
- B.
  
  Atlanta Braves
- C.
  
  Baltimore Orioles
- D.
  
  St. Louis Cardinals
Correct Answer
A. Philadelphia Phillies

Explanation
The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Dodgers for the National League pennant in 1983.

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9.

Which Dodger was nicknamed, "T-Bone"?
- A.
  
  John Shelby
- B.
  
  Maury Wills
- C.
  
  Mickey Hatcher
- D.
  
  Terry Whitfield
Correct Answer
A. John Shelby

Explanation
John Shelby was nicknamed "T-Bone" because he played for the Los Angeles Dodgers and his teammates gave him that nickname.

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10.

Which Dodger general manager signed Jackie Robinson?
- A.
  
  Leo Durocher
- B.
  
  Walter O'Malley
- C.
  
  Charlie Dressen
- D.
  
  Branch Rickey
Correct Answer
D. Branch Rickey

Explanation
Branch Rickey is the correct answer because he was the Dodger general manager who signed Jackie Robinson. Rickey played a crucial role in breaking the color barrier in Major League Baseball by signing Robinson, the first African American player in the modern era. Rickey's decision was a landmark moment in sports history and paved the way for greater racial integration in professional sports.

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11.

Which Dodger pitcher was one of the lead players in the proceedings that brought about free agency?
- A.
  
  Curt Flood
- B.
  
  Andy Messersmith
- C.
  
  Jim "Catfish" Hunter
- D.
  
  Dave Goltz
Correct Answer
B. Andy Messersmith

Explanation
Andy Messersmith was one of the lead players in the proceedings that brought about free agency. Free agency in baseball refers to the ability of players to negotiate contracts with any team once their current contract expires, giving them more control over their careers and the opportunity to secure better financial deals. Messersmith, a Dodger pitcher, played a significant role in challenging the reserve clause, which restricted players' movement between teams. His case ultimately led to the arbitration decision that abolished the reserve clause and paved the way for free agency in Major League Baseball.

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12.

Which Dodger was nicknamed, "Gomer"?
- A.
  
  Claude Osteen
- B.
  
  Steve Garvey
- C.
  
  Billy Grabarkewitz
- D.
  
  Ken McMullen
Correct Answer
A. Claude Osteen

Explanation
Claude Osteen was nicknamed "Gomer" because of his resemblance to the character Gomer Pyle from the television show "The Andy Griffith Show". This nickname was likely given to him by his teammates or fans due to his physical appearance or mannerisms that reminded them of the fictional character.

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13.

How many games out of first place did the Dodgers finish in 1980?
- A.
  
  40
- B.
  
  1
- C.
  
  15
- D.
  
  2
Correct Answer
B. 1

Explanation
In 1980, the Dodgers finished 1 game out of first place. This means that they were only one game behind the team that finished in first place.

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14.

Longtime Dodger manager Tommy Lasorda was once replaced on the Dodger roster for what Hall of Fame pitcher?
- A.
  
  Andy Messersmith
- B.
  
  Carl Erskine
- C.
  
  Sandy Koufax
- D.
  
  Don Drysdale
Correct Answer
C. Sandy Koufax

Explanation
Tommy Lasorda, the longtime Dodger manager, was once replaced on the Dodger roster by Sandy Koufax, a Hall of Fame pitcher. This suggests that Koufax was a highly skilled and respected player, as he was chosen to replace Lasorda, who was also a prominent figure in the Dodgers organization.

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15.

Which of the following former Dodgers hit the most grand slams in his career?
- A.
  
  Roy Campanella
- B.
  
  Eddie Murray
- C.
  
  Duke Snider
- D.
  
  Mike Piazza
Correct Answer
B. Eddie Murray

Explanation
Eddie Murray hit the most grand slams in his career among the former Dodgers.

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MLB - Los Angeles Dodgers Trivia - 2

What number did Tommy Lasorda wear on his uniform as a manager for the L.A. Dodgers?

Which of these players was playing for the Dodgers when he won the Rookie of the Year Award?

Who replaced Bill Russell as Dodger manager?

Which of these has never managed the L.A. Dodgers?

Which former Dodger's autobiography was entitled "Temporary Insanity"?

Which of these Dodgers did not win a Rookie of the Year Award in baseball?

What was Pedro Guerrero's uniform number when he was with the Los Angeles Dodgers?

Who beat the Dodgers for the National League pennant in 1983?

Which Dodger was nicknamed, "T-Bone"?

Which Dodger general manager signed Jackie Robinson?

Which Dodger pitcher was one of the lead players in the proceedings that brought about free agency?

Which Dodger was nicknamed, "Gomer"?

How many games out of first place did the Dodgers finish in 1980?

Longtime Dodger manager Tommy Lasorda was once replaced on the Dodger roster for what Hall of Fame pitcher?

Which of the following former Dodgers hit the most grand slams in his career?