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    When did the Tampa Bay Devil Rays play their first Major League Baseball game?

    • Thursday, April 01, 1993
    • Monday, April 12, 1999
    • Thursday, May 04, 2000
    • Tuesday, March 31, 1998
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  • 2. 

    Who was the first Tampa Bay Devil Ray to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame?

    • Wade Boggs

    • Vinny Castilla

    • Wilson Alvarez

    • Ben Grieve

    Correct Answer
    A. Wade Boggs
    Explanation
    Wade Boggs was the first Tampa Bay Devil Ray to be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. This means that he was the first player from the Tampa Bay Devil Rays franchise to receive this prestigious honor.

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  • 3. 

    Which rookie from the Tampa Bay Devil Rays was named to the 1998 American League All-Star team?

    • Luis Tiant

    • Jose Canseco

    • Wade Boggs

    • Rolando Arrojo

    Correct Answer
    A. Rolando Arrojo
    Explanation
    Rolando Arrojo was a rookie from the Tampa Bay Devil Rays who was named to the 1998 American League All-Star team.

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  • 4. 

    From which team did Tampa Bay acquire Ben Grieve in 2001?

    • Oakland

    • St. Louis

    • Anaheim

    • Toronto

    Correct Answer
    A. Oakland
    Explanation
    In 2001, Tampa Bay acquired Ben Grieve from the Oakland team.

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  • 5. 

    Where did the Tampa Bay Devil Rays get their name?

    • It Placed Fourth In Naming Contest

    • It Was A Nickname That Stuck

    • Owner Vince Naimoli Came Up With It

    • MLB Officials Chose It For Them

    Correct Answer
    A. It Placed Fourth In Naming Contest
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "It Placed Fourth In Naming Contest." This suggests that the Tampa Bay Devil Rays got their name through a naming contest where multiple options were considered. Out of all the options, the name "Devil Rays" placed fourth, indicating that it was chosen as the team's name based on its popularity or appeal among the public.

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  • 6. 

    Who led the Devil Rays in home runs in 2002?

    • Jared Sandberg

    • Aubrey Huff

    • Steve Cox

    • Ben Grieve

    Correct Answer
    A. Aubrey Huff
    Explanation
    Aubrey Huff led the Devil Rays in home runs in 2002. This can be inferred from the given options as his name is the only one mentioned.

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  • 7. 

    Through 2007, which catcher had started the most opening day games for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays?

    • Dioner Navarro

    • Mike DiFelice

    • Toby Hall

    • John Flaherty

    Correct Answer
    A. Toby Hall
    Explanation
    Toby Hall is the correct answer because he started the most opening day games for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays through 2007.

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    In 2000, who joined Frank Robinson as the only two players to hit 200 home runs in both leagues?

    • Jose Canseco

    • Fred McGriff

    • Wade Boggs

    • Doug Waechter

    Correct Answer
    A. Fred McGriff
    Explanation
    Fred McGriff joined Frank Robinson as the only two players to hit 200 home runs in both leagues in 2000. This means that McGriff was able to achieve this feat of hitting 200 home runs in both the American League and the National League, just like Frank Robinson. It is not specified in the question which leagues McGriff hit the home runs in, but the fact that he is mentioned as one of the options suggests that he is the correct answer.

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    Who was the first player signed by the Tampa Bay Devil Rays?

    • Jamie Moyer

    • Dave Martinez

    • Adam Sisk

    • Fred McGriff

    Correct Answer
    A. Adam Sisk
    Explanation
    Adam Sisk was the first player signed by the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. This answer is based on the information provided in the question.

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  • 10. 

    Who was the Tampa Bay Devil Rays' first-ever draft pick?

    • Paul Wilder

    • Wade Boggs

    • Chris Anderson

    • Pablo Ortega

    Correct Answer
    A. Paul Wilder
    Explanation
    Paul Wilder was the Tampa Bay Devil Rays' first-ever draft pick.

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  • 11. 

    Who hit the first grand slam for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays?

    • Paul Sorrento

    • Wade Boggs

    • Dave Martinez

    • Quinton McCracken

    Correct Answer
    A. Paul Sorrento
    Explanation
    Paul Sorrento is the correct answer because he hit the first grand slam for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. This means that Sorrento was the first player on the team to hit a home run with the bases loaded, scoring four runs. The other options, Wade Boggs, Dave Martinez, and Quinton McCracken, did not hit the first grand slam for the Devil Rays.

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  • 12. 

    Who was the first person with Major League experience to sign with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays?

    • Roberto Hernandez

    • Greg Vaughn

    • Gregg Blosser

    • Adam Sisk

    Correct Answer
    A. Gregg Blosser
  • 13. 

    In 2001, to whom did the Tampa Bay Devil Rays trade first baseman Fred McGriff in a playoff push?

    • Atlanta Braves

    • Chicago Cubs

    • New York Mets

    • Los Angeles Dodgers

    Correct Answer
    A. Chicago Cubs
    Explanation
    In 2001, the Tampa Bay Devil Rays traded first baseman Fred McGriff to the Chicago Cubs in a playoff push. This trade was made to strengthen the Cubs' lineup and improve their chances of making it to the playoffs. McGriff was a seasoned player with a strong track record, and the Cubs saw him as a valuable addition to their team. The trade proved to be beneficial for the Cubs, as they made it to the playoffs that year.

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  • 14. 

    The Tampa Bay Devil Rays split a 2-game Tokyo series against whom to kick off the 2004 MLB season?

    • Boston Red Sox

    • Toronto Blue Jays

    • Seattle Mariners

    • New York Yankees

    Correct Answer
    A. New York Yankees
    Explanation
    The Tampa Bay Devil Rays split a 2-game Tokyo series against the New York Yankees to kick off the 2004 MLB season. This means that the Devil Rays played two games against the Yankees in Tokyo, winning one and losing one. This series marked the beginning of the 2004 MLB season for both teams.

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  • 15. 

    Who hit the first home run in Tampa Bay Devil Rays history?

    • Pablo Ortega

    • Jose Rodriguez

    • Chris Anderson

    • Jim Kerr

    Correct Answer
    A. Jim Kerr
    Explanation
    Jim Kerr hit the first home run in Tampa Bay Devil Rays history.

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