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Before becoming a second baseman, which position did Mike Andrews play?
- 3rd Base
- 1st Base
- Right Field
- Shortstop

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Explore the rich history of the Boston Red Sox with this trivia quiz. Test your knowledge on key events, milestones, and players, including the acquisition of Babe Ruth and Carl Yastrzemski's 3000th hit. Ideal for baseball enthusiasts and learners interested in sports history.

2.

Who was the Red Sox manager in 1964?
- Johnny Pesky
- Dick Williams
- Mike Higgins
- Steve O'Neill
Correct Answer

A. Johnny Pesky

Explanation

Johnny Pesky was the Red Sox manager in 1964.

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3.

Who started the most games at first base for the 1988 Boston Red Sox?
- Nick Esasky
- Carlos Quintana
- Ed Romero
- Todd Benzinger
Correct Answer

A. Todd Benzinger

Explanation

Todd Benzinger started the most games at first base for the 1988 Boston Red Sox.

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4.

Who was first base coach for the Boston Red Sox in 1969?
- Eddie Popowski
- Dick Williams
- Bobby Doerr
- Al Lakeman
Correct Answer

A. Bobby Doerr

Explanation

Bobby Doerr was the first base coach for the Boston Red Sox in 1969.

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5.

When was the first year that the Red Sox wore numbers?
- 1927
- 1931
- 1935
- 1933
Correct Answer

A. 1931

Explanation

In 1931, the Red Sox wore numbers for the first time. This suggests that prior to this year, the team did not have numbers on their uniforms.

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6.

Which baseball player for the Boston Red Sox was MVP of the American League in 1958?
- Don Newcombe
- Mickey Mantle
- Nellie Fox
- Jackie Jensen
Correct Answer

A. Jackie Jensen

Explanation

Jackie Jensen was the correct answer because he was the baseball player for the Boston Red Sox who was named MVP of the American League in 1958.

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7.

What Red Sox player's life story was turned into a movie starring Anthony Perkins?
- Ted Williams
- Johnny Pesky
- Jimmy Piersall
- Dom Dimaggio
Correct Answer

A. Jimmy Piersall

Explanation

Jimmy Piersall's life story was turned into a movie starring Anthony Perkins. Piersall was a former Red Sox player who had a unique and challenging life. He struggled with mental health issues and was known for his eccentric behavior on and off the field. His story was adapted into the film "Fear Strikes Out" in 1957, with Anthony Perkins portraying Piersall. The movie depicted Piersall's struggles with mental illness and his eventual recovery, making it a compelling biographical drama.

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8.

Who was the manager of the Boston Red Sox in 1969?
- Don Zimmer
- Tom Yawkey
- Dick Williams
- Eddie Kasko
Correct Answer

A. Dick Williams

Explanation

Dick Williams was the manager of the Boston Red Sox in 1969.

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9.

When the Red Sox purchased the contract of Babe Ruth, who else did they also acquire?
- Rube Foster & Larry Gardner
- Tris Speaker
- Dutch Leonard
- Ben Egan & Ernie Shore
Correct Answer

A. Ben Egan & Ernie Shore

Explanation

When the Red Sox purchased the contract of Babe Ruth, they also acquired Ben Egan and Ernie Shore.

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10.

Who did Carl Yastrzemski collect his 3000th career hit off?
- Jim Beattie
- Al Hrabosky
- Tim Stoddard
- Floyd Bannister
Correct Answer

A. Jim Beattie

Explanation

Carl Yastrzemski collected his 3000th career hit off Jim Beattie.

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11.

How much did the Red Sox pay to purchase the contract of Babe Ruth in 1914?
- 10000
- 8000
- 25000
- 15000
Correct Answer

A. 8000

Explanation

In 1914, the Red Sox paid $8000 to purchase the contract of Babe Ruth.

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12.

In which year did the Red Sox win one hundred or more regular season games?
- 2004
- 1986
- 1946
- 2003
Correct Answer

A. 1946

Explanation

In 1946, the Red Sox won one hundred or more regular season games.

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13.

What is Manny Ramirez's middle name?
- Juan
- Gustav
- Aristides
- Carlos
Correct Answer

A. Aristides

Explanation

Manny Ramirez's middle name is Aristides.

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14.

Which pitcher was not on Boston's rotation during the 1993 season?
- Mike Gardiner
- Frank Viola
- Aaron Sele
- Roger Clemens
Correct Answer

A. Mike Gardiner

Explanation

Mike Gardiner was not on Boston's rotation during the 1993 season.

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15.

Who was the 3rd base coach for the Boston Red Sox in 1969?
- Eddie Popowski
- Al Lakeman
- Darrell Johnson
- Bobby Doerr
Correct Answer

A. Eddie Popowski

Explanation

Eddie Popowski was the 3rd base coach for the Boston Red Sox in 1969.

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16.

Which former Red Sox catcher was from Fall River, Massachusetts?
- Tony Pena
- Carlton Fisk
- Rich Gedman
- Russ Gibson
Correct Answer

A. Russ Gibson

Explanation

Russ Gibson is the correct answer because he was a former Red Sox catcher who was from Fall River, Massachusetts.

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17.

What Boston Red Sox pitcher had a perfect game against the Cleveland Indians on 9/16/65?
- Dave Morehead
- Earl Wilson
- Bill Monbouquette
- Mel Parnell
Correct Answer

A. Dave Morehead

Explanation

Dave Morehead is the correct answer because he is the Boston Red Sox pitcher who had a perfect game against the Cleveland Indians on 9/16/65.

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18.

Orlando Cabrera reached base in how many consecutive games in 2006?
- 63
- 98
- 56
- 44
Correct Answer

A. 63

Explanation

Orlando Cabrera reached base in 63 consecutive games in 2006. This means that for 63 games in a row, Cabrera successfully reached first base either by getting a hit, drawing a walk, or being hit by a pitch. This is an impressive feat that demonstrates Cabrera's consistency and ability to contribute to his team's offense over an extended period of time.

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19.

What did Wade Boggs do in the last two games of the 1986 season when he won a batting title with Boston?
- Sit On The Bench
- Go 0 for 7
- Attend The Birth Of His Son
- Go 6 for 9
Correct Answer

A. Sit On The Bench

Explanation

In the last two games of the 1986 season when Wade Boggs won a batting title with Boston, he sat on the bench. This means that he did not play in those games and did not have any at-bats. Despite not playing in those games, Boggs still managed to secure the batting title based on his performance throughout the season.

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20.

What is the highest number worn by a Red Sox player during the regular season through 1999?
- 72
- 82
- 61
- 70
Correct Answer

A. 82
21.

Who was the first Negro League player to sign with the Boston Red Sox organization?
- George Suttles
- Jimmy Crutchfield
- Piper Davis
- Bill Wright
Correct Answer

A. Piper Davis

Explanation

Piper Davis was the first Negro League player to sign with the Boston Red Sox organization.

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Trivia On MLB - Boston Red Sox

Before becoming a second baseman, which position did Mike Andrews play?

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Who was the Red Sox manager in 1964?

Who started the most games at first base for the 1988 Boston Red Sox?

Who was first base coach for the Boston Red Sox in 1969?

When was the first year that the Red Sox wore numbers?

Which baseball player for the Boston Red Sox was MVP of the American League in 1958?

What Red Sox player's life story was turned into a movie starring Anthony Perkins?

Who was the manager of the Boston Red Sox in 1969?

When the Red Sox purchased the contract of Babe Ruth, who else did they also acquire?

Who did Carl Yastrzemski collect his 3000th career hit off?

How much did the Red Sox pay to purchase the contract of Babe Ruth in 1914?

In which year did the Red Sox win one hundred or more regular season games?

What is Manny Ramirez's middle name?

Which pitcher was not on Boston's rotation during the 1993 season?

Who was the 3rd base coach for the Boston Red Sox in 1969?

Which former Red Sox catcher was from Fall River, Massachusetts?

What Boston Red Sox pitcher had a perfect game against the Cleveland Indians on 9/16/65?

Orlando Cabrera reached base in how many consecutive games in 2006?

What did Wade Boggs do in the last two games of the 1986 season when he won a batting title with Boston?

What is the highest number worn by a Red Sox player during the regular season through 1999?

Who was the first Negro League player to sign with the Boston Red Sox organization?