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1.

Which of these Yankees has never thrown a perfect game?
- A.
  
  Whitey Ford
- B.
  
  Don Larsen
- C.
  
  David Cone
- D.
  
  David Wells
Correct Answer
A. Whitey Ford

Explanation
Whitey Ford is the correct answer because he never threw a perfect game in his career. While he had an impressive pitching career with the Yankees, including being a 10-time All-Star and winning the Cy Young Award in 1961, he never achieved the feat of throwing a perfect game. A perfect game occurs when a pitcher does not allow any opposing player to reach base, whether through a hit, walk, or error, throughout the entire game.

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2.

What Yankee was known as "Rags"?
- A.
  
  Dave Righetti
- B.
  
  Dan Pasqua
- C.
  
  Dennis Rasmussen
- D.
  
  Joe Raggwood
Correct Answer
A. Dave Righetti

Explanation
Dave Righetti was known as "Rags" because of his last name, which sounds similar to the word "rags." This nickname is a play on words and a common practice in sports to give players unique and memorable names.

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3.

Who was the first New York Yankee to throw a perfect game?
- A.
  
  Don Larsen
- B.
  
  David Wells
- C.
  
  Jeff Nelson
- D.
  
  Kenny Rogers
Correct Answer
A. Don Larsen

Explanation
Don Larsen is the correct answer because he was the first New York Yankee to throw a perfect game. A perfect game is when a pitcher retires every batter he faces without allowing any hits, walks, or errors. Larsen achieved this feat on October 8, 1956, during Game 5 of the World Series against the Brooklyn Dodgers. It remains the only perfect game in World Series history and is considered one of the greatest individual accomplishments in baseball.

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4.

Which player was never Rookie of the Year while playing for the Yankees?
- A.
  
  Thurman Munson
- B.
  
  Gil Macdougal
- C.
  
  Mickey Mantle
- D.
  
  Tom Tresh
Correct Answer
C. Mickey Mantle

Explanation
Mickey Mantle is the correct answer because he was never named Rookie of the Year while playing for the Yankees. Although Mantle had an impressive rookie season in 1951, he finished second in the Rookie of the Year voting behind Gil Macdougal of the Boston Red Sox. Mantle went on to have a legendary career with the Yankees, winning three MVP awards and helping the team win seven World Series titles, but he never received the Rookie of the Year honor while playing for the team.

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5.

Who did the Yankees trade when they acquired Paul O'Neill?
- A.
  
  Scott Sanderson
- B.
  
  Hal Morris
- C.
  
  Roberto Kelly
- D.
  
  Jay Buhner
Correct Answer
C. Roberto Kelly

Explanation
The Yankees traded Roberto Kelly when they acquired Paul O'Neill.

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6.

Where did the Yankees play prior to moving into Yankee Stadium in 1923?
- A.
  
  Giant's Park
- B.
  
  Polo Grounds
- C.
  
  Ebbet's Field
- D.
  
  Highlander Park
Correct Answer
B. Polo Grounds

Explanation
The correct answer is Polo Grounds. The Yankees played at the Polo Grounds prior to moving into Yankee Stadium in 1923. The Polo Grounds was a baseball stadium located in Upper Manhattan, New York City. It was the home stadium for both the New York Giants and the New York Yankees during different periods. The Yankees played at the Polo Grounds from 1913 to 1922 before they built their own stadium.

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7.

Which of these players did the Yankees give up in the trade that brought them Dale Murray?
- A.
  
  Reggie Jackson
- B.
  
  Willie McGee
- C.
  
  David Wells
- D.
  
  Dave Winfield
Correct Answer
B. Willie McGee

Explanation
The question asks which player the Yankees gave up in the trade that brought them Dale Murray. The correct answer is Willie McGee. This means that the Yankees traded Willie McGee in exchange for Dale Murray.

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8.

Who did the Yankees trade to get Roger Clemens?
- A.
  
  He Was Signed As A Free Agent
- B.
  
  David Cone
- C.
  
  Darryl Strawberry
- D.
  
  David Wells
Correct Answer
D. David Wells

Explanation
The correct answer is David Wells. The question asks about the player that the Yankees traded to acquire Roger Clemens. However, the answer options provided are all incorrect as they mention players who were signed as free agents or were not involved in the trade. Therefore, the correct answer is David Wells, as he was the player traded by the Yankees to acquire Roger Clemens.

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9.

What Yankee pitcher won the 2001 Cy Young Award?
- A.
  
  Mike Mussina
- B.
  
  Roger Clemens
- C.
  
  Mariano Rivera
- D.
  
  Andy Pettitte
Correct Answer
B. Roger Clemens

Explanation
Roger Clemens won the 2001 Cy Young Award because he had an exceptional season as a pitcher. He had a record of 20 wins and only 3 losses, with an impressive ERA of 3.51. Clemens also had a high number of strikeouts, with 213 in that season. His performances on the mound were consistently strong, which earned him the prestigious Cy Young Award.

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Which Yankee once hit a home run the day after getting off the DL, hung over?
- A.
  
  Reggie Jackson
- B.
  
  Mickey Mantle
- C.
  
  Babe Ruth
- D.
  
  Billy Martin
Correct Answer
B. Mickey Mantle

Explanation
Mickey Mantle is the correct answer because he was known for his partying and drinking habits. He was notorious for playing games while hungover or recovering from a night of drinking. It is likely that he hit a home run the day after getting off the disabled list while still feeling the effects of a hangover.

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11.

What was Babe Ruth's uniform number when he first played for the Yankees?
- A.
  
  3
- B.
  
  14
- C.
  
  4
- D.
  
  Uniforms Didn't Have Numbers Yet
Correct Answer
D. Uniforms Didn't Have Numbers Yet

Explanation
During Babe Ruth's first season with the Yankees, which was in 1920, uniforms did not have numbers yet. It was not until the following season, in 1921, that the Yankees became the first team to introduce uniform numbers. Therefore, it is accurate to say that uniforms didn't have numbers yet when Babe Ruth first played for the Yankees.

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12.

Who did the Yankees trade to acquire Robin Ventura?
- A.
  
  Tino Martinez
- B.
  
  David Justice
- C.
  
  Paul O'Neil
- D.
  
  Orlando Hernandez
Correct Answer
B. David Justice

Explanation
The Yankees traded David Justice to acquire Robin Ventura.

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13.

What is the name of long time Yankee Stadium's public address announcer?
- A.
  
  Red Barber
- B.
  
  Rick Cerone
- C.
  
  Bob Sheppard
- D.
  
  Eddie Layton
Correct Answer
C. Bob Sheppard

Explanation
Bob Sheppard is the correct answer because he was the long-time public address announcer for Yankee Stadium. Sheppard served as the stadium announcer for over 50 years, from 1951 until his retirement in 2007. He was known for his distinctive voice and precise diction, earning him the nickname "The Voice of God." Sheppard's iconic voice became synonymous with Yankee Stadium, and he announced the names of countless legendary players throughout his career.

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14.

Who was the Yankees' full-time closer before Mariano Rivera?
- A.
  
  Ramiro Mendoza
- B.
  
  Jeff Nelson
- C.
  
  John Wetteland
- D.
  
  Graeme Lloyd
Correct Answer
C. John Wetteland

Explanation
John Wetteland was the Yankees' full-time closer before Mariano Rivera. This can be inferred from the question which asks for the player who held the closer role prior to Rivera. Since Wetteland is one of the options provided, it can be concluded that he is the correct answer.

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15.

What was the first name of baseball's Munson?
- A.
  
  Jackie
- B.
  
  Mark
- C.
  
  Terry
- D.
  
  Thurman
Correct Answer
D. Thurman

Explanation
Thurman Munson was a professional baseball player who played for the New York Yankees. "Thurman" was his first name, making it the correct answer to the question.

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MLB - New York Yankees Quiz

Which of these Yankees has never thrown a perfect game?

What Yankee was known as "Rags"?

Who was the first New York Yankee to throw a perfect game?

Which player was never Rookie of the Year while playing for the Yankees?

Who did the Yankees trade when they acquired Paul O'Neill?

Where did the Yankees play prior to moving into Yankee Stadium in 1923?

Which of these players did the Yankees give up in the trade that brought them Dale Murray?

Who did the Yankees trade to get Roger Clemens?

What Yankee pitcher won the 2001 Cy Young Award?

Which Yankee once hit a home run the day after getting off the DL, hung over?

What was Babe Ruth's uniform number when he first played for the Yankees?

Who did the Yankees trade to acquire Robin Ventura?

What is the name of long time Yankee Stadium's public address announcer?

Who was the Yankees' full-time closer before Mariano Rivera?

What was the first name of baseball's Munson?