The Ultimate MLB Players 2010 Challenge - 3

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    Reggie Jackson's three home runs in the final game of the 1977 World Series were part of what streak?

    • Six Consecutive Hits
    • Eight Consecutive Times on Base
    • Four Consecutive Extra Base Hits
    • Four Consecutive Home Runs
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  • 2. 

    In Game 4 of the 2003 World Series Jeff Weaver gave up a home run in the 12th inning to what Marlin?

    • Alex Gonzalez

    • Mike Lowell

    • Ivan Rodriguez

    • Derrek Lee

    Correct Answer
    A. Alex Gonzalez
    Explanation
    In Game 4 of the 2003 World Series, Jeff Weaver gave up a home run in the 12th inning to Alex Gonzalez.

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  • 3. 

    After the 1926 World Series, Cardinals player-manager Rogers Hornsby was traded to which team?

    • Philadelphia Athletics

    • Chicago Cubs

    • Brooklyn Dodgers

    • New York Giants

    Correct Answer
    A. New York Giants
    Explanation
    After the 1926 World Series, Cardinals player-manager Rogers Hornsby was traded to the New York Giants.

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  • 4. 

    San Francisco Giants' appearance in the 2002 World Series was the first in how many years?

    • 13

    • 40

    • 48

    • 31

    Correct Answer
    A. 13
    Explanation
    The San Francisco Giants' appearance in the 2002 World Series was their first in 13 years. This means that the last time they had made it to the World Series was 13 years prior to 2002.

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  • 5. 

    Which team did the San Francisco Giants defeat to advance to their first World Series in 1962?

    • Los Angeles Dodgers

    • Pittsburgh Pirates

    • Chicago Cubs

    • Philadelphia Phillies

    Correct Answer
    A. Los Angeles Dodgers
    Explanation
    The San Francisco Giants defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers to advance to their first World Series in 1962. This victory was significant for the Giants as it marked their first ever appearance in the World Series. The rivalry between the Giants and the Dodgers is one of the oldest and most storied in baseball history, making this victory even more memorable for the Giants and their fans.

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  • 6. 

    Who flied out to end the 1969 World Series when the Mets beat the Orioles?

    • Ken Singleton

    • Frank Robinson

    • Don Buford

    • Davey Johnson

    Correct Answer
    A. Davey Johnson
    Explanation
    Davey Johnson is the correct answer because he was the player who flied out to end the 1969 World Series when the Mets beat the Orioles.

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  • 7. 

    In which category did Mickey Mantle not set a career World Series record?

    • Runs

    • Home Runs

    • RBI's

    • Hits

    Correct Answer
    A. Hits
    Explanation
    Mickey Mantle set career World Series records in runs, home runs, and RBI's, but not in hits. This means that he did not have the highest number of hits in World Series games throughout his career.

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  • 8. 

    Which defending champion team won the World Series in 1978?

    • Los Angeles Dodgers

    • Pittsburgh Pirates

    • Baltimore Orioles

    • New York Yankees

    Correct Answer
    A. New York Yankees
    Explanation
    In 1978, the New York Yankees won the World Series. As the defending champions, they were able to successfully defend their title and emerge as the winners of the tournament.

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  • 9. 

    Who was the only Baltimore Oriole pitcher to win a game in the 1969 World Series against the Mets?

    • Pete Richert

    • Mike Cuellar

    • Eddie Watt

    • Jim Palmer

    Correct Answer
    A. Mike Cuellar
    Explanation
    Mike Cuellar was the only Baltimore Oriole pitcher to win a game in the 1969 World Series against the Mets. This means that Cuellar was the only pitcher from the Orioles' team who was able to secure a victory in any of the games played during the World Series that year.

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  • 10. 

    In 27 World Series games, how many home runs did Anaheim Angel Reggie Jackson hit?

    • Eleven

    • Twenty

    • Six

    • Ten

    Correct Answer
    A. Ten
    Explanation
    Reggie Jackson hit ten home runs in 27 World Series games.

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  • 11. 

    Which SF Giant had the winning hit in Game 5 of the 2002 NLCS that led the Giants to the World Series?

    • Kenny Lofton

    • Barry Bonds

    • Shawon Dunston

    • David Bell

    Correct Answer
    A. Kenny Lofton
    Explanation
    Kenny Lofton had the winning hit in Game 5 of the 2002 NLCS that led the Giants to the World Series.

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  • 12. 

    In 2002, the SF Giants were how many outs away from claiming their first World Series since their move?

    • Eight

    • Six

    • Three

    • Four

    Correct Answer
    A. Eight
    Explanation
    In 2002, the SF Giants were eight outs away from claiming their first World Series since their move. This means that they were only eight outs away from winning the championship.

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  • 13. 

    Who managed the Baltimore Orioles when they won the 1983 World Series?

    • Joe Altobelli

    • Cal Ripken, Sr.

    • Dick Williams

    • Earl Weaver

    Correct Answer
    A. Joe Altobelli
    Explanation
    Joe Altobelli managed the Baltimore Orioles when they won the 1983 World Series.

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  • 14. 

    Which Baltimore Oriole had 2 pinch-hits in the 1969 World Series?

    • Clay Dalrymple

    • Elrod Hendricks

    • Merv Rettenmund

    • Curt Motton

    Correct Answer
    A. Clay Dalrymple
    Explanation
    Clay Dalrymple is the correct answer because he had 2 pinch-hits in the 1969 World Series.

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  • 15. 

    What Baltimore Oriole pitcher won the first game of the 1966 World Series?

    • Moe Drabowsky

    • Jim Palmer

    • Dave McNally

    • Wally Bunker

    Correct Answer
    A. Moe Drabowsky
    Explanation
    Moe Drabowsky is the correct answer because he was the Baltimore Orioles pitcher who won the first game of the 1966 World Series.

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