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Which Washington Nationals player was the only rookie to lead his team in RBI during the 2006 season?
- Ryan Church
- Jose Vidro
- Ryan Zimmerman
- Nick Johnson

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Who is the only Montreal Expo pitcher to win a Cy Young Award?
- Dennis Martinez
- Pedro Martinez
- Bill Stoneman
- Javier Vazquez
Correct Answer

A. Pedro Martinez

Explanation

Pedro Martinez is the correct answer because he is the only Montreal Expo pitcher to win a Cy Young Award. This means that out of all the pitchers who played for the Montreal Expos, Pedro Martinez was the only one to receive this prestigious award.

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3.

Who was the first person to manage the Washington Nationals under that name?
- Lee Mazilli
- Frank Robinson
- Willie Randolph
- Don Buford
Correct Answer

A. Frank Robinson

Explanation

Frank Robinson was the first person to manage the Washington Nationals under that name. He took on the role in 2005 when the team was rebranded from the Montreal Expos. Robinson had a successful career as a player, becoming the first African-American manager in Major League Baseball history. He brought his experience and leadership to the Nationals, guiding the team through their inaugural season in Washington.

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4.

What caused the Montreal Expos to miss the playoffs in 1994?
- Lockout
- Strike
- Team Bankruptcy
- Steroid Scandal
Correct Answer

A. Strike

Explanation

The Montreal Expos missed the playoffs in 1994 due to a strike. This refers to the Major League Baseball strike that occurred in the same year, which resulted in the cancellation of the postseason. The strike was initiated by the players' union, as they were dissatisfied with the owners' proposed changes to the collective bargaining agreement. As a result, the remainder of the season was cancelled, including the playoffs, and the Expos, along with other teams, were unable to compete for a spot in the postseason.

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5.

Who is the Nationals pitcher who won 15 games in the 2005 regular season?
- Esteban Loaiza
- John Patterson
- Livan Hernandez
- Tony Armas
Correct Answer

A. Livan Hernandez

Explanation

Livan Hernandez is the correct answer because he was the Nationals pitcher who won 15 games in the 2005 regular season.

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6.

Why did Washington National Ryan Zimmerman change his uniform number from 25 to 11?
- He Hit His First Home Run At Eleven
- His Favorite Album Is "Eleven"
- 11 Was His College Jersey Number
- He Was Born November 11th At 11:11
Correct Answer

A. 11 Was His College Jersey Number

Explanation

Ryan Zimmerman changed his uniform number from 25 to 11 because 11 was his college jersey number.

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7.

Which potential nickname finished second in the vote for the new Washington, DC team?
- Capitals
- Presidents
- Grays
- Senators
Correct Answer

A. Senators

Explanation

The potential nickname "Senators" finished second in the vote for the new Washington, DC team.

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8.

Which group bought the Washington Nationals in 2006?
- Lerner Enterprises
- Berkshire-Hathaway
- The Tribune Corporation
- Bonneville International
Correct Answer

A. Lerner Enterprises

Explanation

Lerner Enterprises is the correct answer because they bought the Washington Nationals in 2006.

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9.

Who led the Washington Nationals in home runs, doubles, hits, runs, and stolen bases in 2006?
- Jose Vidro
- Ryan Zimmerman
- Alfonso Soriano
- Nick Johnson
Correct Answer

A. Alfonso Soriano

Explanation

In 2006, Alfonso Soriano led the Washington Nationals in home runs, doubles, hits, runs, and stolen bases. This means that he was the player on the team who had the most of each of these statistics.

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10.

Which team beat the Washington Nationals in their first game under their new name?
- Florida Marlins
- Philadelphia Phillies
- Atlanta Braves
- New York Mets
Correct Answer

A. Philadelphia Phillies

Explanation

The Philadelphia Phillies beat the Washington Nationals in their first game under their new name.

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11.

Who did the Washington Nationals defeat for their first win under their new name?
- Philadelphia Phillies
- Atlanta Braves
- Florida Marlins
- New York Mets
Correct Answer

A. Philadelphia Phillies

Explanation

The Washington Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies for their first win under their new name.

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12.

Who averaged .307 to lead the Nationals in batting in 2004?
- David Wright
- Aubrey Huff
- Aramis Ramirez
- Juan Rivera
Correct Answer

A. Juan Rivera

Explanation

Juan Rivera averaged .307 to lead the Nationals in batting in 2004.

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Who hit a team-leading 32 home runs for the 2004 Nationals?
- Tony Batista And Jose Vidro
- Aubrey Huff And Juan Rivera
- Brad Wilkerson And Tony Batista
- Brad Wilkerson And Jose Vidro
Correct Answer

A. Brad Wilkerson And Tony Batista

Explanation

Brad Wilkerson and Tony Batista hit a team-leading 32 home runs for the 2004 Nationals.

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14.

Which team owner has protested the Washington Nationals since their arrival in D.C.?
- Dan Snyder
- George Steinbrenner
- Peter Angelos
- Larry Lucchino
Correct Answer

A. Peter Angelos

Explanation

Peter Angelos is the correct answer because he is the owner of the Baltimore Orioles, a rival team to the Washington Nationals. Since the Nationals arrived in D.C., Angelos has protested their presence, as it has affected the Orioles' fan base and revenue. He has expressed concerns about the impact on his team's market and has been involved in various legal disputes with the Nationals over territorial rights.

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Which Washington, DC mayor had the first Washington Nationals Stadium Plan shot down in 2004?
- Sharon Kelly
- Walter Washington
- Marion Barry
- Anthony Williams
Correct Answer

A. Anthony Williams

Explanation

Anthony Williams was the mayor of Washington, DC in 2004 and he proposed the first plan for the Washington Nationals Stadium. However, this plan was rejected or "shot down" by the relevant authorities.

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16.

Who recorded the first hit for the Washington Nationals under their new name?
- Nick Johnson
- Brad Wilkerson
- Termell Sledge
- Jose Vidro
Correct Answer

A. Brad Wilkerson

Explanation

Brad Wilkerson recorded the first hit for the Washington Nationals under their new name.

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17.

Who had a 5.24 ERA in 2005 for the Washington Nationals pitching staff?
- Livan Hernandez
- Claudio Vargas
- Ryan Drese
- John Patterson
Correct Answer

A. Claudio Vargas

Explanation

Claudio Vargas had a 5.24 ERA in 2005 for the Washington Nationals pitching staff. This means that, on average, Vargas allowed 5.24 earned runs per nine innings pitched during that season.

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Where did the Nationals play half their home games in their final season before relocating to D.C.?
- Las Vegas, Nevada
- San Juan, Puerto Rico
- Mexico City, Mexico
- Charlotte, North Carolina
Correct Answer

A. San Juan, Puerto Rico

Explanation

In their final season before relocating to D.C., the Nationals played half their home games in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This suggests that the team temporarily moved their home base to Puerto Rico for a portion of the season, possibly due to scheduling conflicts or other logistical reasons. This move allowed the Nationals to continue playing their games while preparations were being made for their relocation to Washington D.C.

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19.

Which Hall of Fame pitcher left TBS to become the Washington Nationals' color analyst in 2007?
- Steve Carlton
- Don Sutton
- Tom Seaver
- Don Drysdale
Correct Answer

A. Don Sutton

Explanation

Don Sutton left TBS to become the Washington Nationals' color analyst in 2007.

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20.

Who hammered the first home run for the Washington Nationals under their new name?
- Jose Vidro
- Nick Johnson
- Termell Sledge
- Ryan Zimmerman
Correct Answer

A. Termell Sledge

Explanation

Termell Sledge is the correct answer because he hammered the first home run for the Washington Nationals under their new name.

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Quiz On MLB - Washington Nationals

Which Washington Nationals player was the only rookie to lead his team in RBI during the 2006 season?

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Who is the only Montreal Expo pitcher to win a Cy Young Award?

Who was the first person to manage the Washington Nationals under that name?

What caused the Montreal Expos to miss the playoffs in 1994?

Who is the Nationals pitcher who won 15 games in the 2005 regular season?

Why did Washington National Ryan Zimmerman change his uniform number from 25 to 11?

Which potential nickname finished second in the vote for the new Washington, DC team?

Which group bought the Washington Nationals in 2006?

Who led the Washington Nationals in home runs, doubles, hits, runs, and stolen bases in 2006?

Which team beat the Washington Nationals in their first game under their new name?

Who did the Washington Nationals defeat for their first win under their new name?

Who averaged .307 to lead the Nationals in batting in 2004?

Who hit a team-leading 32 home runs for the 2004 Nationals?

Which team owner has protested the Washington Nationals since their arrival in D.C.?

Which Washington, DC mayor had the first Washington Nationals Stadium Plan shot down in 2004?

Who recorded the first hit for the Washington Nationals under their new name?

Who had a 5.24 ERA in 2005 for the Washington Nationals pitching staff?

Where did the Nationals play half their home games in their final season before relocating to D.C.?

Which Hall of Fame pitcher left TBS to become the Washington Nationals' color analyst in 2007?

Who hammered the first home run for the Washington Nationals under their new name?