The Ultimate Quiz On MLB - Milwaukee Brewers

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    In a salary dispute with the Brewers, Robin Yount hinted he would play what sport professionally?

    • Basketball
    • Golf
    • Tennis
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  • 2. 

    Which Major League Baseball figure sold the Milwaukee Brewers to his daughter in 1992?

    • Kenesaw Mountain Landis

    • Bud Selig

    • Bart Giamatti

    • Fay Vincent

    Correct Answer
    A. Bud Selig
    Explanation
    Bud Selig is the correct answer because he sold the Milwaukee Brewers to his daughter in 1992. Bud Selig was the owner and president of the Brewers at the time, and he made the decision to sell the team to his daughter, Wendy Selig-Prieb. This transaction allowed the team to remain in the Selig family while also ensuring a smooth transition of ownership.

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  • 3. 

    In 2003, Lyle Overbay was traded from Arizona to Milwaukee for which slugger?

    • Geoff Jenkins

    • Carlos Lee

    • Shawn Green

    • Richie Sexson

    Correct Answer
    A. Richie Sexson
    Explanation
    Lyle Overbay was traded from the Arizona Diamondbacks to the Milwaukee Brewers in 2003 in exchange for Richie Sexson. This trade involved swapping Overbay, a first baseman, for Sexson, a power-hitting slugger. Sexson had been a key player for the Brewers, but the Diamondbacks saw potential in Overbay and made the trade to strengthen their lineup.

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  • 4. 

    Lyle Overbay comes to the plate to the tune of which Pearl Jam song?

    • Porch

    • Jeremy

    • Ten

    • Alive

    Correct Answer
    A. Jeremy
    Explanation
    Lyle Overbay comes to the plate to the tune of the Pearl Jam song "Jeremy."

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  • 5. 

    The Brewers received which outfielder in a trade that sent Lyle Overbay to the Blue Jays in 2005?

    • Gabe Gross

    • Brady Clark

    • Vernon Wells

    • Carlos Lee

    Correct Answer
    A. Gabe Gross
    Explanation
    In 2005, the Brewers received Gabe Gross in a trade that involved sending Lyle Overbay to the Blue Jays.

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  • 6. 

    What does Robin Yount have in common with Stan Musial and Hank Greenberg?

    • Played 20 Seasons With One Team

    • Won MVP At Two Different Positions

    • Born in Danville, Illinois

    • Attended Northwestern University

    Correct Answer
    A. Won MVP At Two Different Positions
    Explanation
    Robin Yount shares the commonality of winning the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award at two different positions with Stan Musial and Hank Greenberg. This means that Yount was recognized as the most valuable player in his league while playing in two different positions throughout his career.

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  • 7. 

    In what category did Robin Yount not lead the American League when he was the 1982 MVP?

    • Slugging

    • Hits

    • Total Bases

    • Batting Average

    Correct Answer
    A. Batting Average
    Explanation
    Robin Yount did not lead the American League in Batting Average when he was the 1982 MVP. This means that there were other players in the American League who had a higher batting average than Yount during that season.

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  • 8. 

    What Milwaukee Brewer announcer starred in the "Major League" film series?

    • Bob Uecker

    • Brian Anderson

    • Jim Powell

    • Bill Schroeder

    Correct Answer
    A. Bob Uecker
    Explanation
    Bob Uecker is the correct answer because he is a Milwaukee Brewer announcer who starred in the "Major League" film series. Uecker is known for his role as the comical radio announcer, Harry Doyle, in the movies. He brought his real-life experience and humor to the role, making him a fan favorite. Uecker's portrayal of Doyle has become iconic and is often associated with the "Major League" franchise.

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  • 9. 

    Hank Aaron played for which Milwaukee teams?

    • Brewers And Pilots

    • Pilots And Padres

    • Braves And Pilots

    • Braves And Brewers

    Correct Answer
    A. Braves And Brewers
    Explanation
    Hank Aaron played for the Milwaukee Braves and the Milwaukee Brewers.

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  • 10. 

    Which Milwaukee Brewer won the American League Home Run Crown in 1979?

    • Chad Moeller

    • Gorman Thomas

    • Charlie Moore

    • Pete Vuckovich

    Correct Answer
    A. Gorman Thomas
    Explanation
    Gorman Thomas is the correct answer because he won the American League Home Run Crown in 1979.

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  • 11. 

    What is the name of the Milwaukee Brewers' mascot?

    • Bennie Brewer

    • Bernie Brewer

    • Bobby Brewer

    • Randolph Brewington

    Correct Answer
    A. Bernie Brewer
    Explanation
    Bernie Brewer is the correct answer because he is the official mascot of the Milwaukee Brewers. He is a cheerful, mustachioed man with a beer barrel hat and lederhosen. Bernie Brewer is known for his entertaining antics during Brewers' home games, including sliding down a slide into a giant beer mug after every home run.

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    Who is the only player to stay in Milwaukee for more than 3 seasons in the 8-man trade that included Lyle Overbay?

    • Junior Spivey

    • Chad Moeller

    • Craig Counsell

    • Chris Capuano

    Correct Answer
    A. Chris Capuano
    Explanation
    Chris Capuano is the correct answer because he is the only player among the options who stayed in Milwaukee for more than 3 seasons in the 8-man trade that included Lyle Overbay. This means that the other players, Junior Spivey, Chad Moeller, and Craig Counsell, did not stay in Milwaukee for more than 3 seasons.

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  • 13. 

    Rollie Fingers' 6 wins and 28 saves accounted for how many Brewers' wins in the strike year of 1981?

    • 50%

    • 40%

    • 45%

    • 55%

    Correct Answer
    A. 55%
    Explanation
    In the strike year of 1981, Rollie Fingers' 6 wins and 28 saves accounted for 55% of the Brewers' total wins. This means that more than half of the team's victories can be attributed to Fingers' contributions as a pitcher.

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  • 14. 

    Robin Yount was selected to how many All-Star Games?

    • 6

    • 3

    • 12

    • 14

    Correct Answer
    A. 3
    Explanation
    Robin Yount was selected to 3 All-Star Games. This means that he was chosen to participate in the annual Major League Baseball All-Star Game on three separate occasions.

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    After how many seasons did the original Milwaukee Brewers leave Wisconsin?

    • One

    • Fifty

    • Eight

    • Eleven

    Correct Answer
    A. One
    Explanation
    The original Milwaukee Brewers left Wisconsin after one season. This suggests that the team did not have a long-term presence in the state and likely relocated or disbanded shortly after its formation.

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