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    Before they were the Red Sox, the team was called the:

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Think you know the Red Sox? Test your knowledge with our Sox trivia quiz to coincide with the 2007 World Series.

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  • 2. 

    The Red Sox have two famous Monsters in their history. The left field wall is called "Green Monster." Who is the other Monster?

    • Don Buddin

    • John McNamara

    • Roger Clemens

    • Dick Radatz

    Correct Answer
    A. Dick Radatz
    Explanation
    Dick Radatz is referred to as the other Monster in the Red Sox history. This is because Radatz, a relief pitcher for the Red Sox in the 1960s, was known for his intimidating presence on the mound. He was a dominant force and earned the nickname "The Monster" due to his imposing stature and powerful pitching abilities. The question is asking for the other Monster besides the left field wall, which is called the "Green Monster."

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  • 3. 

    Who was the MVP of the 2004 World Series?

    • Keith Foulke

    • David Ortiz

    • Manny Ramirez

    • Edgar Renteria

    Correct Answer
    A. Manny Ramirez
    Explanation
    Manny Ramirez was named the MVP of the 2004 World Series because of his outstanding performance throughout the series. He batted .412 with a home run, four RBIs, and a .500 on-base percentage. Ramirez played a crucial role in helping the Boston Red Sox win their first World Series in 86 years, contributing both offensively and defensively. His consistent hitting and impactful plays made him the standout player of the series, earning him the title of MVP.

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  • 4. 

    What was Jim Lonborg doing when he was hurt after his 1967 Cy Young Award winning season?

    • Jogging

    • Skiing

    • Cleaning gutters

    • Pitching

    Correct Answer
    A. Skiing
    Explanation
    Jim Lonborg was hurt while skiing after his 1967 Cy Young Award winning season.

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  • 5. 

    What Red Sox infielder is infamous for supposedly holding the ball when Enos Slaughter raced home with the winning run in Game 7 of the 1946 World Series?

    • Bobby Doerr

    • Johnny Pesky

    • Rudy York

    • Nomar Garciaparra

    Correct Answer
    A. Johnny Pesky
    Explanation
    Johnny Pesky is infamous for supposedly holding the ball when Enos Slaughter raced home with the winning run in Game 7 of the 1946 World Series.

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  • 6. 

    Who drove in Dave Roberts with the tying run of Game four of the 2004 ALCS?

    • Kevin Millar

    • Doug Mientkiewicz

    • Bill Mueller

    • Bernie Carbo

    Correct Answer
    A. Bill Mueller
    Explanation
    Bill Mueller drove in Dave Roberts with the tying run of Game four of the 2004 ALCS.

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  • 7. 

    Who hit the game-winning homer off Pesky's Pole in the bottom of the eighth inning in Game 1 of the 2004 World Series?

    • Mark Bellhorn

    • Johnny Damon

    • Trot Nixon

    • Johnny Pesky

    Correct Answer
    A. Mark Bellhorn
    Explanation
    Mark Bellhorn hit the game-winning homer off Pesky's Pole in the bottom of the eighth inning in Game 1 of the 2004 World Series.

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  • 8. 

    What Red Sox pitcher gave up Bucky Dent's playoff-game home run in 1978?

    • Bill Campbell

    • Bob Stanley

    • Mike Torrez

    • Reggie Cleveland

    Correct Answer
    A. Mike Torrez
    Explanation
    Mike Torrez is the correct answer because he was the Red Sox pitcher who gave up Bucky Dent's playoff-game home run in 1978. This home run was significant because it helped the New York Yankees defeat the Red Sox in a one-game playoff to win the American League East division. Torrez's pitch to Dent resulted in a three-run home run that ultimately led to the Yankees' victory.

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    Who managed the 1918 World Series winning Red Sox team?

    • Ed Barrow

    • Bill Carrigan

    • Joe Cronin

    • Grady Little, Sr.

    Correct Answer
    A. Ed Barrow
    Explanation
    Ed Barrow managed the 1918 World Series winning Red Sox team.

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    Who was originally voted the 1986 World Series MVP before the New York Mets rallied to beat the Red Sox in Game 6?

    • Marty Barrett

    • Bruce Hurst

    • Dave Henderson

    • Bill Buckner

    Correct Answer
    A. Bruce Hurst
    Explanation
    Bruce Hurst was originally voted the 1986 World Series MVP before the New York Mets rallied to beat the Red Sox in Game 6. This means that initially, based on his performance, Hurst was recognized as the most valuable player of the series. However, the Mets' comeback and eventual victory in Game 6 caused the MVP title to be reconsidered and ultimately awarded to someone else.

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    Who pitched the last complete game for the Red Sox in a World Series game?

    • Pedro Martinez

    • Bruce Hurst

    • Jim Lonborg

    • Babe Ruth

    Correct Answer
    A. Bruce Hurst
    Explanation
    Bruce Hurst is the correct answer because he pitched the last complete game for the Red Sox in a World Series game.

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