The Ultimate MLB - Seattle Mariners Trivia - 4
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- 1.
How many bases did Julio Cruz steal during the 1978 season?
- A.
47
- B.
32
- C.
59
- D.
56
Correct Answer
C. 59Explanation
Julio Cruz stole 59 bases during the 1978 season. This means that he successfully advanced to the next base without being put out by the opposing team's defense a total of 59 times. Stealing bases is a common strategy in baseball, where a runner attempts to advance to the next base while the pitcher is delivering the ball to the batter. Julio Cruz's ability to steal 59 bases in a single season showcases his speed and agility on the basepaths.Rate this question:
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- 2.
How many entries were there in the contest to name the Seattle Mariners in 1976?
- A.
10,000
- B.
25,000
- C.
15,000
- D.
20,000
Correct Answer
C. 15,000Explanation
In 1976, there were 15,000 entries in the contest to name the Seattle Mariners.Rate this question:
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- 3.
How many Seattle Mariners reported for the team's first day of spring training?
- A.
38
- B.
34
- C.
42
- D.
49
Correct Answer
C. 42Explanation
42 Seattle Mariners reported for the team's first day of spring training.Rate this question:
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- 4.
In what round of the expansion draft did the Mariners select Bob Stinson?
- A.
2nd
- B.
4th
- C.
1st
- D.
3rd
Correct Answer
D. 3rdExplanation
The Mariners selected Bob Stinson in the 3rd round of the expansion draft.Rate this question:
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- 5.
How many home runs did the Mariners hit as a team in 1997?
- A.
220
- B.
279
- C.
252
- D.
264
Correct Answer
D. 264Explanation
In 1997, the Mariners hit a total of 264 home runs as a team.Rate this question:
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- 6.
In what year did Seattle pitchers strike out a combined 1,148 batters?
- A.
1985
- B.
1986
- C.
1987
- D.
2004
Correct Answer
B. 1986Explanation
In 1986, Seattle pitchers struck out a combined 1,148 batters.Rate this question:
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- 7.
The Seattle Mariners had 174 stolen bases in 2001 and which other year?
- A.
1987
- B.
1990
- C.
1988
- D.
1989
Correct Answer
A. 1987Explanation
The Seattle Mariners had 174 stolen bases in 2001 and also in 1987.Rate this question:
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- 8.
In which season did the Mariners not have 2 players with 40 or more home runs?
- A.
1996
- B.
1995
- C.
1997
- D.
1998
Correct Answer
B. 1995Explanation
In the season of 1995, the Mariners did not have two players with 40 or more home runs.Rate this question:
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- 9.
The Mariners set club records in 2001 in all but which of these categories?
- A.
Most At-Bats
- B.
Highest Batting Average
- C.
Most Home Runs
- D.
Fewest Opponent Runs
Correct Answer
C. Most Home RunsExplanation
In 2001, the Mariners set club records in most at-bats, highest batting average, and fewest opponent runs. However, they did not set a club record for the most home runs. This means that they either did not hit as many home runs in 2001 as they did in another year, or another team holds the record for the most home runs in a single season.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Who was the 1st pitcher since Whitey Ford to win 15 after winning none for 2 years?
- A.
Gil Meche
- B.
Kazuhiro Sasaki
- C.
Joel Pineiro
- D.
Freddy Garcia
Correct Answer
A. Gil MecheExplanation
Gil Meche is the correct answer because he was the first pitcher since Whitey Ford to win 15 games after not winning any for two years. This means that Meche went through a period of two years without winning any games, and then in a subsequent season, he was able to win 15 games. This achievement is significant because it mirrors the accomplishment of Whitey Ford, who also went through a similar drought before winning 15 games in a season.Rate this question:
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- 11.
In what year did Ken Griffey, Jr. hit home runs in 8 straight games?
- A.
1992
- B.
1993
- C.
1996
- D.
1990
Correct Answer
B. 1993Explanation
In 1993, Ken Griffey Jr. hit home runs in 8 consecutive games.Rate this question:
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- 12.
How many Seattle Mariners won Silver Slugger Awards in the MLB 2001 season?
- A.
4
- B.
1
- C.
2
- D.
3
Correct Answer
D. 3Explanation
In the MLB 2001 season, three Seattle Mariners won Silver Slugger Awards. This means that out of the given options, three is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 13.
After which season was Ken Griffey, Jr. traded from the Mariners to the Reds?
- A.
2000
- B.
2001
- C.
1998
- D.
1999
Correct Answer
D. 1999Explanation
Ken Griffey, Jr. was traded from the Mariners to the Reds after the 1999 season.Rate this question:
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- 14.
In what year did Alex Rodriguez leave Seattle as a free agent?
- A.
1999
- B.
2001
- C.
2003
- D.
2002
Correct Answer
B. 2001Explanation
In 2001, Alex Rodriguez left Seattle as a free agent.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Where did Seattle Mariner Bret Boone attend college?
- A.
UCLA
- B.
Florida State
- C.
UCSB
- D.
USC
Correct Answer
D. USCExplanation
Bret Boone, the Seattle Mariner, attended USC for college.Rate this question:
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