The Ultimate MLB - Tampa Bay Rays Trivia
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- 1.
What year did the Tampa Bay Devil Rays play their first game?
- A.
1999
- B.
2000
- C.
1998
- D.
1997
Correct Answer
C. 1998Explanation
The Tampa Bay Devil Rays played their first game in 1998.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What AAA team is an affiliate of the Tampa Bay Devil Rays?
- A.
Toledo Mud Hens
- B.
Durham Bulls
- C.
Charlotte Knights
- D.
Louisville Bats
Correct Answer
B. Durham BullsExplanation
The Durham Bulls is the correct answer because they are the AAA team that is affiliated with the Tampa Bay Devil Rays. Affiliation means that the Durham Bulls serve as the development team for the Devil Rays, allowing players to gain experience and potentially be called up to the major league team.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who was fired as manager of the Tampa Bay Devil Rays after only 14 games during the 2001 season?
- A.
Chuck LaMar
- B.
Lou Piniella
- C.
Hal McRae
- D.
Larry Rothschild
Correct Answer
D. Larry RothschildExplanation
Larry Rothschild was fired as manager of the Tampa Bay Devil Rays after only 14 games during the 2001 season.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Who pitched the first-ever Tampa Bay Devil Rays regular season win 11-8 over the Detroit Tigers?
- A.
Wilson Alvarez
- B.
Rolando Arrojo
- C.
Esteban Yan
- D.
Roberto Hernadez
Correct Answer
B. Rolando ArrojoExplanation
Rolando Arrojo pitched the first-ever Tampa Bay Devil Rays regular season win 11-8 over the Detroit Tigers.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Who was opening day starter for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays in 1998 and again in 1999?
- A.
Wilson Alvarez
- B.
Bobby Witt
- C.
Norm Charlton
- D.
Scott Aldred
Correct Answer
A. Wilson AlvarezExplanation
Wilson Alvarez was the opening day starter for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays in 1998 and again in 1999.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Against what team did the Tampa Bay Devil Rays earn their first road game victory?
- A.
Detroit Tigers
- B.
Atlanta Braves
- C.
Chicago White Sox
- D.
Boston Red Sox
Correct Answer
C. Chicago White SoxExplanation
The Tampa Bay Devil Rays earned their first road game victory against the Chicago White Sox.Rate this question:
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- 7.
In their first 9 seasons, how many seasons did the Tampa Bay Devil Rays have with wins over .500?
- A.
2
- B.
3
- C.
1
- D.
0
Correct Answer
D. 0Explanation
The Tampa Bay Devil Rays did not have any seasons with wins over .500 in their first 9 seasons. This means that they did not have more wins than losses in any of those seasons.Rate this question:
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- 8.
In 2006, who led the Tampa Bay Devil Rays in stolen bases?
- A.
Jonny Gomes
- B.
Ty Wigginton
- C.
Jorge Cantu
- D.
Carl Crawford
Correct Answer
D. Carl CrawfordExplanation
Carl Crawford led the Tampa Bay Devil Rays in stolen bases in 2006.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Who hit the first home run in Tampa Bay Devil Rays history?
- A.
Fred Mcgriff
- B.
Greg Vaughn
- C.
Wade Boggs
- D.
Jose Canseco
Correct Answer
C. Wade BoggsExplanation
Wade Boggs hit the first home run in Tampa Bay Devil Rays history.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Who was the first outfielder to represent the Tampa Bay Devil Rays in an All-Star Game?
- A.
Randy Winn
- B.
Carl Crawford
- C.
Greg Vaughn
- D.
Jose Canseco
Correct Answer
D. Jose CansecoExplanation
Jose Canseco was the first outfielder to represent the Tampa Bay Devil Rays in an All-Star Game.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Which team did the Tampa Bay Devil Rays defeat in their first ever spring training game?
- A.
Kansas City Royals
- B.
New York Yankees
- C.
New York Mets
- D.
Colorado Rockies
Correct Answer
A. Kansas City RoyalsExplanation
In their first ever spring training game, the Tampa Bay Devil Rays defeated the Kansas City Royals.Rate this question:
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- 12.
In their first six seasons, where did the Tampa Bay Devil Rays place in the AL East?
- A.
First
- B.
Fourth
- C.
Last
- D.
Third
Correct Answer
C. LastExplanation
The Tampa Bay Devil Rays placed last in the AL East in their first six seasons. This means that they finished in the bottom position among all the teams in the division during those years.Rate this question:
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- 13.
In 2006, who led the Tampa Bay Devil Rays in at bats?
- A.
Carl Crawford
- B.
Ty Wigginton
- C.
Jonny Gomes
- D.
Jorge Cantu
Correct Answer
A. Carl CrawfordExplanation
Carl Crawford is the correct answer because he led the Tampa Bay Devil Rays in at bats in 2006. This means that he had the most number of plate appearances among the given options during that year.Rate this question:
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- 14.
What kind of turf is installed in Tropicana Field, home of the Tampa Bay Devil Rays?
- A.
Felt
- B.
Part-Artificial
- C.
Grass
- D.
Artificial
Correct Answer
B. Part-ArtificialExplanation
Tropicana Field, home of the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, has a part-artificial turf installed. This means that while some parts of the turf are artificial, there may also be areas that are made of natural grass. This combination of artificial and natural elements provides a unique playing surface for the team.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Which Tampa Bay Devil Rays became the 31st player in Major League history to reach 400 career home runs?
- A.
Wade Boggs
- B.
Jose Canseco
- C.
Barry Bonds
- D.
Fred McGriff
Correct Answer
D. Fred McGriffExplanation
Fred McGriff became the 31st player in Major League history to reach 400 career home runs.Rate this question:
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