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    Who was the first Toronto Blue Jays player to be selected for the All-Star Game?

    • Dave Lemanczyk
    • Ron Fairly
    • Roy Howell
    • Dave Stieb
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  • 2. 

    In 1998, while pitching for the Blue Jays, Roger Clemens surpassed which milestone?

    • 3000 Wins

    • 4000 Walks

    • 3000 Strikeouts

    • 10 Cy Young Awards

    Correct Answer
    A. 3000 Strikeouts
    Explanation
    In 1998, while playing for the Blue Jays, Roger Clemens achieved the milestone of 3000 strikeouts. This means that he successfully struck out 3000 opposing batters throughout his career. This is a significant accomplishment in baseball and demonstrates Clemens' skill and dominance as a pitcher.

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  • 3. 

    In June of 1999, the Blue Jays acquired Tony Batista from which team?

    • Diamondbacks

    • Indians

    • Dodgers

    • Devil Rays

    Correct Answer
    A. Diamondbacks
    Explanation
    In June of 1999, the Blue Jays acquired Tony Batista from the Diamondbacks. This suggests that Tony Batista was playing for the Diamondbacks at that time and was transferred to the Blue Jays.

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  • 4. 

    In 1991, which Blue Jays pitcher set a Major League record for the most consecutive saves?

    • Duane Ward

    • David Wells

    • Tom Henke

    • Roger Clemens

    Correct Answer
    A. Tom Henke
    Explanation
    Tom Henke is the correct answer because in 1991, he set a Major League record for the most consecutive saves as a Blue Jays pitcher. This means that he successfully closed out a game without blowing a save for the longest consecutive streak in that season. Duane Ward, David Wells, and Roger Clemens were also Blue Jays pitchers during that time, but it was Henke who achieved this specific record.

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  • 5. 

    In the middle of the 1993 season, the Toronto Blue Jays acquired Rickey Henderson from which team?

    • Yankees

    • Red Sox

    • Athletics

    • Orioles

    Correct Answer
    A. Athletics
    Explanation
    In the middle of the 1993 season, the Toronto Blue Jays acquired Rickey Henderson from the Athletics.

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  • 6. 

    How long did the Blue Jays take to re-design their logo after the first change?

    • 10 Years

    • They Never Changed It Again

    • 3 Years

    • 5 Years

    Correct Answer
    A. 3 Years
    Explanation
    The Blue Jays took 3 years to re-design their logo after the first change. This suggests that the team was actively involved in the process of re-designing their logo, possibly to update their branding or make a fresh start. The fact that they did not change it again implies that they were satisfied with the new design and it resonated well with their fans and identity.

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  • 7. 

    How did the Toronto Blue Jays acquire outfielder Jose Canseco in 1998?

    • Brought Him From The Minor Leagues

    • Got Him In A Trade With The Expos

    • Signed Him As A Free Agent

    • Got Him In A Trade With The Yankees

    Correct Answer
    A. Signed Him As A Free Agent
    Explanation
    The Toronto Blue Jays acquired outfielder Jose Canseco in 1998 by signing him as a free agent.

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  • 8. 

    Which of the following is not true of Roger Clemens' 1998 season?

    • He Won The Cy Young Award

    • He Pitched With The Blue Jays

    • He Pitched A Perfect Game

    • He Finished At 20-6

    Correct Answer
    A. He Pitched A Perfect Game
    Explanation
    The statement "He Pitched A Perfect Game" is not true of Roger Clemens' 1998 season. A perfect game is when a pitcher allows no hits, no walks, and no baserunners throughout the entire game. However, there is no record of Roger Clemens pitching a perfect game in the 1998 season.

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  • 9. 

    Which of these cities is not a base for a Minor League affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays?

    • Syracuse, New York

    • Lansing, Michigan

    • Manchester, New Hampshire

    • London, Ontario

    Correct Answer
    A. London, Ontario
    Explanation
    London, Ontario is not a base for a Minor League affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays. The other three cities listed - Syracuse, New York; Lansing, Michigan; and Manchester, New Hampshire - all have Minor League teams affiliated with the Toronto Blue Jays.

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  • 10. 

    Who was the first Toronto Blue Jays pitcher to throw a complete game?

    • Jerry Johnson

    • Dave Lemanczyk

    • Jim Clancy

    • Bill Singer

    Correct Answer
    A. Dave Lemanczyk
    Explanation
    Dave Lemanczyk was the first Toronto Blue Jays pitcher to throw a complete game. This means that he pitched for the entire duration of a game without being replaced by another pitcher.

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  • 11. 

    Who was the first Toronto Blue Jays player to hit a grand slam?

    • Otto Velez

    • Dave McKay

    • Hector Torres

    • John Mayberry

    Correct Answer
    A. Hector Torres
    Explanation
    Hector Torres was the first Toronto Blue Jays player to hit a grand slam.

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  • 12. 

    When did the Toronto Blue Jays' Rogers Centre stadium open?

    • 23-Jul-91

    • 16-May-90

    • 5-Jun-89

    • 12-Jun-89

    Correct Answer
    A. 5-Jun-89
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 5-Jun-89. This date represents the opening day of the Toronto Blue Jays' Rogers Centre stadium.

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  • 13. 

    In 1993, the Toronto Blue Jays re-acquired former player Tony Fernandez from which team?

    • Braves

    • Mets

    • Athletics

    • Angels

    Correct Answer
    A. Mets
    Explanation
    In 1993, the Toronto Blue Jays re-acquired former player Tony Fernandez from the Mets.

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  • 14. 

    In 1998, which member of the Blue Jays stole 30 bases and hit 30 home runs in the same season?

    • Jose Canseco

    • Shawn Green

    • Tony Fernandez

    • Joe Carter

    Correct Answer
    A. Shawn Green
    Explanation
    Shawn Green is the correct answer because he is the only player listed who stole 30 bases and hit 30 home runs in the same season. Jose Canseco, Tony Fernandez, and Joe Carter did not achieve this feat in 1998.

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  • 15. 

    In July 1997, the Blue Jays acquired Jose Cruz Jr. from which team?

    • Texas Rangers

    • Florida Marlins

    • Philadelphia Phillies

    • Seattle Mariners

    Correct Answer
    A. Seattle Mariners
    Explanation
    In July 1997, the Blue Jays acquired Jose Cruz Jr. from the Seattle Mariners.

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