1.
The Mariners used 14 different players at which position in 2011?
Correct Answer
B. Designated Hitter
Explanation
In 2011, the Mariners used a total of 14 different players at the designated hitter position. This means that throughout the season, the team rotated several players in the designated hitter role, possibly due to injuries, performance issues, or strategic decisions. The designated hitter position allows a player to bat in place of the pitcher, providing an opportunity for a strong hitter to contribute to the team's offense.
2.
The Mariners used only 4 players in which of the following positions in 2011?
Correct Answer
A. First Base
Explanation
In 2011, the Mariners used only 4 players in the First Base position.
3.
Which player led the Mariners in putouts in 2011?
Correct Answer
C. Justin Smoak
Explanation
Justin Smoak is the correct answer because he led the Mariners in putouts in 2011. Putouts are recorded when a defensive player successfully catches a batted ball in the air or tags a baserunner out. Therefore, Smoak must have had the highest number of successful catches or tags among all the players on the Mariners' team in 2011.
4.
Which Mariners pitcher threw 12 wild pitches in 2011?
Correct Answer
C. Felix Hernandez
Explanation
Felix Hernandez is the correct answer because he threw 12 wild pitches in 2011.
5.
Ichiro Suzuki played in how many games for the Mariners in 2012?
Correct Answer
B. 95
Explanation
In 2012, Ichiro Suzuki played in 95 games for the Mariners. This means that he participated in less than half of the total games played that year. It suggests that either he was injured or the team decided to rest him for a significant portion of the season. Nonetheless, his presence in 95 games still demonstrates his importance to the team during that year.
6.
Who stole the most bases for the Mariners during the 2012 season?
Correct Answer
B. Michael Saunders
Explanation
Michael Saunders stole the most bases for the Mariners during the 2012 season. This can be inferred from the information provided in the question.
7.
Which player hit 20 home runs for the Mariners in 2012?
Correct Answer
B. Kyle Seager
Explanation
Kyle Seager hit 20 home runs for the Mariners in 2012.
8.
Who managed the Mariners during the 2012 season?
Correct Answer
C. Eric Wedge
Explanation
Eric Wedge managed the Mariners during the 2012 season.
9.
Who was the youngest player to play for the Mariners in 2012?
Correct Answer
D. Carter Capps
Explanation
Carter Capps was the youngest player to play for the Mariners in 2012 because he made his debut on August 3, 2012, at the age of 21. This makes him the youngest among the given options, as Justin Smoak was 25, Dustin Ackley was 24, and Kyle Seager was 24 during that year.
10.
Who was the oldest player to play for the Mariners in 2012?
Correct Answer
B. Ichiro Suzuki
Explanation
In 2012, Ichiro Suzuki was the oldest player to play for the Mariners. This can be inferred from the fact that he is the correct answer given.
11.
Who accumulated the most hits for the Mariners in 2012 with 154?
Correct Answer
C. Kyle Seager
Explanation
Kyle Seager accumulated the most hits for the Mariners in 2012 with 154.
12.
Which batter led the Mariners in strikeouts during the 2012 season?
Correct Answer
D. Michael Saunders
Explanation
Michael Saunders led the Mariners in strikeouts during the 2012 season.
13.
Which infielder drew the most walks for the Mariners during the 2012 season?
Correct Answer
C. Dustin Ackley
Explanation
Dustin Ackley drew the most walks for the Mariners during the 2012 season. This can be inferred from the fact that he is listed as the correct answer choice.
14.
Kyle Seager led the Mariners in 2012 with how many runs batted in?
Correct Answer
A. 86
Explanation
In 2012, Kyle Seager led the Mariners with 86 runs batted in. This means that he was responsible for driving in 86 runs for his team throughout the season.
15.
Who led the Mariners in triples with 5 in 2012?
Correct Answer
C. Ichiro Suzuki
Explanation
In 2012, Ichiro Suzuki led the Mariners in triples with 5.