The Ultimate MLB - Texas Rangers Trivia
The Ultimate Challenging Quiz On MLB - Texas Rangers
- 1.
Which Texas Rangers pitcher led the American League in ERA with 2.42 in 1983?
- A.
Danny Darwin
- B.
Frank Tanana
- C.
Mike Smithson
- D.
Rick Honeycutt
Correct Answer
D. Rick HoneycuttExplanation
Rick Honeycutt led the American League in ERA with 2.42 in 1983.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Which skipper led the Texas Rangers to their first 100 loss season?
- A.
Ted Williams
- B.
Doug Rader
- C.
Whitey Herzog
- D.
Bobby Valentine
Correct Answer
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- 3.
Who was the first Texas Rangers pitcher to win 25 games in a single season?
- A.
Bobby Witt
- B.
Kenny Rogers
- C.
Jeff Russell
- D.
Ferguson Jenkins
Correct Answer
D. Ferguson JenkinsExplanation
Ferguson Jenkins was the first Texas Rangers pitcher to win 25 games in a single season.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What was the 2003 base salary of Texas Rangers shortstop Alex Rodriguez?
- A.
$1 Million
- B.
$107 Million
- C.
$22 Million
- D.
$1.2 Million
Correct Answer
C. $22 MillionExplanation
In 2003, the base salary of Texas Rangers shortstop Alex Rodriguez was $22 million.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Which Texas Rangers pitcher became the first Major League left-hander to hurl a perfect game?
- A.
Kenny Rogers
- B.
Charlie Hough
- C.
Nolan Ryan
- D.
Bert Blyleven
Correct Answer
A. Kenny RogersExplanation
Kenny Rogers became the first Major League left-hander to hurl a perfect game.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who pitched a no-hitter in his last game as a Texas Ranger?
- A.
Kenny Rogers
- B.
Jim Bibby
- C.
Nolan Ryan
- D.
Bert Blyleven
Correct Answer
D. Bert BlylevenExplanation
Bert Blyleven is the correct answer because he pitched a no-hitter in his last game as a Texas Ranger. This means that Blyleven successfully prevented the opposing team from getting any hits during the entire game, making it a remarkable achievement.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Which pitcher had more strikeouts as a Texas Ranger than Nolan Ryan?
- A.
Bobby Witt
- B.
Fergie Jenkins
- C.
Gaylord Perry
- D.
Kevin Brown
Correct Answer
A. Bobby WittExplanation
Bobby Witt had more strikeouts as a Texas Ranger than Nolan Ryan.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Who became the first pitcher in Texas Rangers history to pitch two no-hitters?
- A.
Bert Blyleven
- B.
Kenny Rogers
- C.
Nolan Ryan
- D.
Jim Bibby
Correct Answer
C. Nolan RyanExplanation
Nolan Ryan became the first pitcher in Texas Rangers history to pitch two no-hitters.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Which Texas Ranger hit three home runs in a single game at The Ballpark in Arlington?
- A.
Juan Gonzalez
- B.
Alex Rodriguez
- C.
Rafael Palmeiro
- D.
Ivan Rodriguez
Correct Answer
B. Alex RodriguezExplanation
Alex Rodriguez is the correct answer because he hit three home runs in a single game at The Ballpark in Arlington. Juan Gonzalez, Rafael Palmeiro, and Ivan Rodriguez are not the correct answers as they did not achieve this feat.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which feat did Toby Harrah and Bump Wills do on consecutive pitches in a 1977 game with the NY Yankees?
- A.
Hit Triples
- B.
Flied Out To Center
- C.
Hit Inside The Park Home Runs
- D.
Hit By Pitches That Caused Brawls
Correct Answer
C. Hit Inside The Park Home RunsExplanation
Toby Harrah and Bump Wills hit inside the park home runs on consecutive pitches in a 1977 game with the NY Yankees. This means that both players hit the ball in a way that allowed them to circle all the bases and score a run without the ball being caught or leaving the playing field. It is a rare and impressive feat in baseball.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Who was the first manager of the Texas Rangers to lead the team for only one game?
- A.
Del Wilber
- B.
Whitey Herzog
- C.
Connie Ryan
- D.
Ted Williams
Correct Answer
A. Del WilberExplanation
Del Wilber was the first manager of the Texas Rangers to lead the team for only one game. This means that he was hired as the manager but only managed the team for a single game before being replaced.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What Texas Ranger player won the American League batting crown in 2004?
- A.
Mark Teixeira
- B.
Michael Young
- C.
Eric Young
- D.
Alfonso Soriano
Correct Answer
B. Michael YoungExplanation
In 2004, Michael Young won the American League batting crown. This means that he had the highest batting average in the American League that year. The other players listed as options did not achieve this feat in 2004.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Pitching for the Texas Rangers, what team did Nolan Ryan defeat to earn his 300th career victory?
- A.
New York Yankees
- B.
Oakland Athletics
- C.
Toronto Blue Jays
- D.
Milwaukee Brewers
Correct Answer
D. Milwaukee BrewersExplanation
Nolan Ryan defeated the Milwaukee Brewers to earn his 300th career victory.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Who was the first Texas Rangers manager to be awarded the BBWAA American League Manager of the Year?
- A.
Billy Martin
- B.
Bobby Valentine
- C.
Buck Showalter
- D.
Johnny Oates
Correct Answer
D. Johnny OatesExplanation
Johnny Oates was the first Texas Rangers manager to be awarded the BBWAA American League Manager of the Year. This award is given annually to the best manager in the American League, as voted on by members of the Baseball Writers' Association of America (BBWAA). Oates achieved this honor during his tenure as the Rangers' manager, making him the first in the team's history to receive this prestigious recognition.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Which Texas Rangers player was voted Comeback Player of the Year in 1974?
- A.
Fergie Jenkins
- B.
Mike Cubbage
- C.
Cesar Tovar
- D.
Jim Sundberg
Correct Answer
A. Fergie JenkinsExplanation
Fergie Jenkins was voted Comeback Player of the Year in 1974 because he had a remarkable season after struggling in the previous year. He had a strong comeback performance, displaying exceptional skills and contributing significantly to the team's success. His impressive comeback made him the deserving recipient of the Comeback Player of the Year award in 1974.Rate this question:
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