Test Your Knowledge On MLB - Seattle Mariners - 3
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In what year did Ichiro Suzuki join the Seattle Mariners?
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2000
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1999
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2001
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2002
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Dive into the history and key moments of the Seattle Mariners with this engaging quiz. Test your knowledge on pivotal events, such as Ichiro Suzuki's joining year, managerial changes, and historic games, enhancing your understanding of baseball history and team management.
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Who became the manager of the Seattle Mariners in 2004?
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Lou Piniella
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Bill Plummer
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Bob Melvin
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Mike Hargrove
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A. Mike HargroveExplanation
In 2004, Mike Hargrove became the manager of the Seattle Mariners.Rate this question:
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For how many seasons was Lou Piniella the manager of the Seattle Mariners?
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9
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10
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11
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8
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A. 10Explanation
Lou Piniella was the manager of the Seattle Mariners for 10 seasons. This means that he held the position of manager for a total of 10 years.Rate this question:
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How many players did Seattle pick in the 1976 expansion draft?
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20
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35
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30
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25
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A. 30Explanation
In the 1976 expansion draft, Seattle picked 30 players.Rate this question:
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Who did the Mariners play in their very first exhibition game?
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Oakland
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Philadelphia
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Houston
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Kansas City
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A. OaklandExplanation
The Mariners played against Oakland in their very first exhibition game.Rate this question:
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Who threw the ceremonial first pitch at the first Seattle Mariners opening day game?
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Jimmy Carter
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Danny Kaye
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Ronald Reagan
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Scoop Jackson
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A. Scoop JacksonExplanation
Scoop Jackson threw the ceremonial first pitch at the first Seattle Mariners opening day game.Rate this question:
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Which Seattle Mariner was known for keeping a .200 batting average?
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Mario Mendoza
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Willie Horton
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Julio Cruz
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Ruppert Jones
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A. Mario MendozaExplanation
Mario Mendoza is the correct answer because he was famously known for having a batting average around .200 throughout his career. This term "Mendoza Line" is often used in baseball to refer to a player who consistently hits below .200. Willie Horton, Julio Cruz, and Ruppert Jones do not have the same association with a .200 batting average as Mario Mendoza does.Rate this question:
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Against which team did Seattle score 140 runs in the 2001 season?
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Angels
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Rangers
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Athletics
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White Sox
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A. RangersExplanation
In the 2001 season, Seattle scored 140 runs against the Rangers.Rate this question:
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Who was the first player inducted into the Mariners Hall of Fame?
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Alvin Davis
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Jay Buhner
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Ken Griffey, Jr.
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Dave Niehaus
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A. Alvin DavisExplanation
Alvin Davis was the first player inducted into the Mariners Hall of Fame. This is because he played for the Seattle Mariners from 1984 to 1991 and was an integral part of the team's early success. Davis was named the American League Rookie of the Year in 1984 and was a consistent performer throughout his career with the Mariners. His contributions to the team and his impact on the franchise's history made him a deserving candidate for the first induction into the Mariners Hall of Fame.Rate this question:
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Which player for the Seattle Mariners had the highest batting average in 2005?
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Richie Sexson
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Randy Winn
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Raul Ibanez
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Ichiro Suzuki
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A. Ichiro SuzukiExplanation
Ichiro Suzuki had the highest batting average in 2005 for the Seattle Mariners. This can be inferred from the given options, where Ichiro Suzuki is the only player listed who had a chance of having the highest batting average. Since no other information or statistics are provided, we can assume that Ichiro Suzuki's batting average was higher than that of Richie Sexson, Randy Winn, and Raul Ibanez in 2005.Rate this question:
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Which Mariners pitcher had the best ERA in 2005?
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Gil Meche
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Jamie Moyer
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Ryan Franklin
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Joel Pineiro
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A. Jamie MoyerExplanation
Jamie Moyer had the best ERA in 2005 among the Mariners pitchers. This means that he had the lowest earned run average, indicating that he allowed the fewest runs per nine innings pitched compared to the other pitchers in the team during that year.Rate this question:
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In what city did the Seattle Mariners hold spring training until 1992?
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Sarasota
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Apopka
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Peoria
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Tempe
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A. TempeExplanation
The Seattle Mariners held their spring training in Tempe until 1992.Rate this question:
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Which Mariner had a standout season as a rookie in 1986?
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Alvin Davis
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Danny Tartabull
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Jim Presley
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Bill Swift
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A. Danny TartabullExplanation
Danny Tartabull had a standout season as a rookie in 1986. He had an impressive performance, hitting .290 with 25 home runs and 96 RBIs. Tartabull's strong rookie campaign earned him a third-place finish in the American League Rookie of the Year voting.Rate this question:
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Which Seattle Mariner baseball player defected from Cuba?
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Yuniesky Betancourt
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Jose Lopez
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Joel Pineiro
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Miguel Olivo
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A. Yuniesky BetancourtExplanation
Yuniesky Betancourt is the correct answer because he is a former Seattle Mariner baseball player who defected from Cuba.Rate this question:
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Which Mariner made a bare-handed grab to clinch a no-hitter for Chris Bosio?
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Omar Vizquel
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Ken Griffey, Jr.
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Tino Martinez
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Harold Reynolds
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A. Omar VizquelExplanation
Omar Vizquel is the correct answer because he made a bare-handed grab to clinch a no-hitter for Chris Bosio. This implies that Vizquel made an impressive catch without using a glove, which helped secure the no-hitter for Bosio.Rate this question:
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