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  • 1. 

    Which Mariner was Pac-10 Player of the Year in 1999?

    • A.

      Mike Blowers

    • B.

      Jeff Cirillo

    • C.

      Scott Spezio

    • D.

      Willie Bloomquist

    Correct Answer
    D. Willie Bloomquist
    Explanation
    Willie Bloomquist was named Pac-10 Player of the Year in 1999.

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  • 2. 

    How old was Alex Rodriguez when he started at shortstop for Seattle in his MLB Debut?

    • A.

      23

    • B.

      20

    • C.

      19

    • D.

      18

    Correct Answer
    D. 18
    Explanation
    Alex Rodriguez was 18 years old when he started at shortstop for Seattle in his MLB debut.

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  • 3. 

    Who both succeeded and preceded Ken Griffey, Jr.'s AL MVP win?

    • A.

      Edgar Martinez

    • B.

      Alex Rodriguez

    • C.

      Juan Gonzalez

    • D.

      Albert Belle

    Correct Answer
    C. Juan Gonzalez
    Explanation
    Juan Gonzalez both succeeded and preceded Ken Griffey, Jr.'s AL MVP win. This means that Juan Gonzalez won the AL MVP award before Griffey, Jr. and also won it after him.

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  • 4. 

    In 2002, what did Mariners' Bret Boone and Mike Cameron do that had never been done?

    • A.

      Both Knocked Out By Fly Balls

    • B.

      Hit Three Grand Slam Home Runs Each

    • C.

      Both Broke Their Left Arms

    • D.

      Hit Two Back-To-Back Home Runs

    Correct Answer
    D. Hit Two Back-To-Back Home Runs
    Explanation
    In 2002, Mariners' Bret Boone and Mike Cameron achieved a feat that had never been done before. They hit two back-to-back home runs, showcasing their exceptional batting skills and synchronicity. This accomplishment demonstrated their ability to connect with the ball and generate powerful hits consecutively, making them a formidable duo in the game.

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  • 5. 

    Which sports broadcaster is a member of the Seattle Mariners Hall of Fame?

    • A.

      Denny Matthews

    • B.

      Tim McCarver

    • C.

      Joe Buck

    • D.

      Dave Niehaus

    Correct Answer
    D. Dave Niehaus
    Explanation
    Dave Niehaus is a member of the Seattle Mariners Hall of Fame because of his significant contributions as a sports broadcaster for the team. He was the play-by-play announcer for the Mariners from their inaugural season in 1977 until his passing in 2010. Niehaus was known for his passionate and enthusiastic commentary, and he became a beloved figure among Mariners fans. His long and successful career with the team earned him a place in their Hall of Fame as a recognition of his dedication and impact on the organization.

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  • 6. 

    Who was the first Seattle Mariner to win the Rookie of the Year Award?

    • A.

      Ichiro Suzuki

    • B.

      Alvin Davis

    • C.

      Kazuhiro Sasaki

    • D.

      Mike Cameron

    Correct Answer
    B. Alvin Davis
    Explanation
    Alvin Davis was the first Seattle Mariner to win the Rookie of the Year Award. This indicates that he had an exceptional debut season and was recognized as the most outstanding rookie player in the league.

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  • 7. 

    Which Seattle Mariner wrote the novel "The Avenger of Blood"?

    • A.

      Jake Woods

    • B.

      Jose Vidro

    • C.

      Miguel Batista

    • D.

      Jamie Burke

    Correct Answer
    C. Miguel Batista
    Explanation
    Miguel Batista is the correct answer because he is the only option given who is known for writing a novel. "The Avenger of Blood" is a novel written by Miguel Batista, a former pitcher for the Seattle Mariners. Batista is not only known for his baseball career but also for his passion for writing and poetry. Therefore, it is reasonable to conclude that Miguel Batista is the Seattle Mariner who wrote "The Avenger of Blood".

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  • 8. 

    What was the Seattle Mariners' record in their first season?

    • A.

      64-98

    • B.

      54-108

    • C.

      102-60

    • D.

      82-80

    Correct Answer
    A. 64-98
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 64-98. This indicates that the Seattle Mariners had a win-loss record of 64 wins and 98 losses in their first season.

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  • 9. 

    Who was the opening-day starting catcher for the Seattle Mariners in 1977?

    • A.

      Bob Stinson

    • B.

      Larry Cox

    • C.

      Kevin Pasley

    • D.

      Skip Jutze

    Correct Answer
    A. Bob Stinson
    Explanation
    Bob Stinson was the opening-day starting catcher for the Seattle Mariners in 1977.

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  • 10. 

    Who was the highest-paid Seattle Mariner in 1977?

    • A.

      Jose Baez

    • B.

      Glenn Abbott

    • C.

      Bob Stinson

    • D.

      Steve Braun

    Correct Answer
    D. Steve Braun
    Explanation
    Steve Braun was the highest-paid Seattle Mariner in 1977.

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  • 11. 

    Which Seattle Mariner was selected as the MVP of the 2000 World Junior Championship?

    • A.

      Yuniesky Betancourt

    • B.

      Bobby Livingston

    • C.

      Shin-Soo Choo

    • D.

      Mike Morse

    Correct Answer
    C. Shin-Soo Choo
    Explanation
    Shin-Soo Choo was selected as the MVP of the 2000 World Junior Championship.

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  • 12. 

    What was Gaylord Perry's pitching record with the Seattle Mariners?

    • A.

      13-22

    • B.

      31-17

    • C.

      20-Jun

    • D.

      26-21

    Correct Answer
    A. 13-22
    Explanation
    Gaylord Perry's pitching record with the Seattle Mariners was 13-22.

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  • 13. 

    Which pitcher recorded the first save in the Seattle Mariners' inaugural season?

    • A.

      John Montague

    • B.

      Mike Kekich

    • C.

      Glenn Abbott

    • D.

      Doc Medich

    Correct Answer
    A. John Montague
    Explanation
    John Montague recorded the first save in the Seattle Mariners' inaugural season.

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  • 14. 

    In their inaugural year, who is credited with the first Seattle Mariner RBI?

    • A.

      Larry Milbourne

    • B.

      Joe Lis

    • C.

      Dan Meyer

    • D.

      Carlos Lopez

    Correct Answer
    C. Dan Meyer
    Explanation
    Dan Meyer is credited with the first Seattle Mariner RBI in their inaugural year.

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  • 15. 

    In 2001, how many home runs did the Mariners hit off of Texas pitchers?

    • A.

      32

    • B.

      25

    • C.

      11

    • D.

      48

    Correct Answer
    A. 32
    Explanation
    In 2001, the Mariners hit a total of 32 home runs off of Texas pitchers.

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