Ultimate Quiz On MLB - Seattle Mariners
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Questions and Answers
- 1.
Which former Pirate did the Mariners sign as a free agent in December of 2012?
- A.
Jeremy Bonderman
- B.
Jason Bay
- C.
Raul Ibanez
- D.
Jhonny Nunez
Correct Answer
B. Jason BayExplanation
The correct answer is Jason Bay. The Mariners signed Jason Bay as a free agent in December of 2012.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Who did the Mariners take with their first pick in the 2012 amateur draft?
- A.
Joe DeCarlo
- B.
Mike Zunino
- C.
Edwin Diaz
- D.
Tyler Pike
Correct Answer
B. Mike ZuninoExplanation
In the 2012 amateur draft, the Mariners took Mike Zunino with their first pick.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Who was the only pitcher besides Felix Hernandez to record a complete game shutout for the Mariners in 2012?
- A.
Lucas Luetge
- B.
Blake Beavan
- C.
Kevin Millwood
- D.
Charlie Furbush
Correct Answer
C. Kevin MillwoodExplanation
Kevin Millwood was the only pitcher besides Felix Hernandez to record a complete game shutout for the Mariners in 2012. This means that Millwood pitched an entire game without allowing any runs to the opposing team. The other options, Lucas Luetge, Blake Beavan, and Charlie Furbush, did not achieve this feat in 2012.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which of the following pitchers appeared as both a starter and reliever for the Mariners in 2012?
- A.
Brandon League
- B.
Shawn Kelley
- C.
Hisashi Iwakuma
- D.
Blake Beavan
Correct Answer
C. Hisashi IwakumaExplanation
Hisashi Iwakuma is the correct answer because he appeared as both a starter and reliever for the Mariners in 2012. This means that he pitched in games as a starting pitcher and also came out of the bullpen as a reliever during that season.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which pitcher had 12 holds for the Mariners in 2012?
- A.
Felix Hernandez
- B.
Blake Beavan
- C.
Lucas Luetge
- D.
Jason Vargas
Correct Answer
C. Lucas LuetgeExplanation
Lucas Luetge is the correct answer because he had 12 holds for the Mariners in 2012. Holds are a statistic in baseball that measures the effectiveness of a relief pitcher in protecting a lead. Luetge's 12 holds indicate that he was successful in maintaining leads for the Mariners during that season.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who played 129 games at first base for the Mariners in 2012?
- A.
Alex Liddi
- B.
Justin Smoak
- C.
Dustin Ackley
- D.
Mike Carp
Correct Answer
B. Justin SmoakExplanation
Justin Smoak is the correct answer because he played 129 games at first base for the Mariners in 2012.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Carlos Triunfel appeared in 3 games at which position for the Mariners in 2012?
- A.
Shortstop
- B.
Pitcher
- C.
Catcher
- D.
Center Field
Correct Answer
A. ShortstopExplanation
Carlos Triunfel appeared in 3 games as a Shortstop for the Mariners in 2012.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which player was most frequently the left fielder for the Mariners during the 2012 season?
- A.
Eric Thames
- B.
Trayvon Robinson
- C.
Casper Wells
- D.
Mike Carp
Correct Answer
C. Casper WellsExplanation
Casper Wells was the most frequently the left fielder for the Mariners during the 2012 season. This can be inferred from the fact that he is listed as one of the options for the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Of the Mariners' 3 catchers in 2012, which played the fewest games at that position?
- A.
John Jaso
- B.
Jesus Montero
- C.
Miguel Olivo
- D.
Kyle Seager
Correct Answer
A. John JasoExplanation
John Jaso played the fewest games at the catcher position in 2012 compared to the other three catchers listed.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which player started 107 games in center field for the Mariners in 2012?
- A.
Casper Wells
- B.
Michael Saunders
- C.
Ichiro Suzuki
- D.
Franklin Gutierrez
Correct Answer
B. Michael SaundersExplanation
In 2012, Michael Saunders started 107 games in center field for the Mariners.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Which player started the most games in the same position for the Mariners in 2012?
- A.
Dustin Ackley
- B.
Miguel Olivo
- C.
Casper Wells
- D.
Michael Saunders
Correct Answer
A. Dustin AckleyExplanation
Dustin Ackley started the most games in the same position for the Mariners in 2012. This can be inferred from the question, which asks for the player who started the most games in the same position. Since Ackley is the only player mentioned in the options, he must be the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 12.
During the 2011 season, the Mariners wore patches commemorating which broadcaster?
- A.
Dave Van Horne
- B.
Tony Kubek
- C.
Dave Niehaus
- D.
Denny Matthews
Correct Answer
C. Dave NiehausExplanation
During the 2011 season, the Mariners wore patches commemorating Dave Niehaus. This suggests that Dave Niehaus was a significant figure or broadcaster associated with the Mariners during that season.Rate this question:
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- 13.
The Mariners commemorated which anniversary of the team's founding in 2012?
- A.
10th
- B.
50th
- C.
25th
- D.
35th
Correct Answer
D. 35thExplanation
In 2012, the Mariners commemorated their 35th anniversary since the team's founding. This indicates that the team was established 35 years prior to 2012.Rate this question:
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- 14.
During which two-month period of 2012 did the Mariners go 30-23?
- A.
April and May
- B.
August and September
- C.
July and August
- D.
May and June
Correct Answer
C. July and AugustExplanation
The Mariners went 30-23 during the months of July and August in 2012.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Which team finished just ahead of the Mariners in the AL West in 2012?
- A.
Houston Astros
- B.
Oakland Athletics
- C.
Texas Rangers
- D.
Los Angeles Angels
Correct Answer
D. Los Angeles AngelsExplanation
In 2012, the Los Angeles Angels finished just ahead of the Mariners in the AL West. This means that they had a better position or ranking in the division standings compared to the Mariners. The other options (Houston Astros, Oakland Athletics, and Texas Rangers) did not finish ahead of the Mariners in that particular year.Rate this question:
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