Ultimate Trivia On Jon Papelbon

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1/5 Questions

Which Boston Red Sox pitcher helped Jonathan Papelbon with his splitter?
- Curt Schilling
- Pedro Martinez
- Josh Beckett
- Daisuke Matsuzaka

About This Quiz

Explore the career of Jonathan Papelbon, focusing on his transition and techniques as a pitcher for the Boston Red Sox. Learn about his mentors, debut, and college background, enhancing your knowledge of baseball history and player development.

2.

Who did Jonathan Papelbon replace as the closer of the Boston Red Sox?
- Byung Hyun Kim
- Mike Timlin
- Curt Schilling
- Keith Foulke
Correct Answer

A. Keith Foulke

Explanation

Jonathan Papelbon replaced Keith Foulke as the closer of the Boston Red Sox. Foulke had been the team's closer from 2004-2005, but struggled with injuries and performance issues in 2005. Papelbon, a young and talented pitcher, took over the closer role in 2006 and had immediate success, becoming one of the top closers in the league.

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3.

What college did Jonathan Papelbon play at?
- Alabama
- Auburn
- Ole Miss
- Mississippi State
Correct Answer

A. Mississippi State

Explanation

Jonathan Papelbon played college baseball at Mississippi State.

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4.

What position did Jonathan Papelbon play in college?
- Starting Pitcher
- Middle Reliever
- Third Base
- Closing Pitcher
Correct Answer

A. Closing Pitcher

Explanation

Jonathan Papelbon played as a Closing Pitcher in college.

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5.

What team did Jonathan Papelbon make his Major League debut against?
- Seattle Mariners
- Detroit Tigers
- New York Yankees
- Minnesota Twins
Correct Answer

A. Minnesota Twins

Explanation

Jonathan Papelbon made his Major League debut against the Minnesota Twins.

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Ultimate Trivia On Jon Papelbon

Which Boston Red Sox pitcher helped Jonathan Papelbon with his splitter?

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Who did Jonathan Papelbon replace as the closer of the Boston Red Sox?

What college did Jonathan Papelbon play at?

What position did Jonathan Papelbon play in college?

What team did Jonathan Papelbon make his Major League debut against?