Do You Know MLB World Series?
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- 1.
Who was Bucky Dent's double-play partner in the 1978 World Series?
- A.
Willie Randolph
- B.
Larry Milbourne
- C.
Kerry Dineen
- D.
Brian Doyle
Correct Answer
D. Brian DoyleExplanation
Brian Doyle was Bucky Dent's double-play partner in the 1978 World Series.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Who was on deck when Kirk Gibson hit his 9th inning home run in the first game of World Series in 1988?
- A.
Mike Piazza
- B.
Orel Hershiser
- C.
Steve Sax
- D.
Mickey Hatcher
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C. Steve SaxExplanation
Steve Sax was on deck when Kirk Gibson hit his 9th inning home run in the first game of the World Series in 1988.Rate this question:
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- 3.
In the 1944 World Series, which city hosted all six games played?
- A.
New York City
- B.
Philadelphia
- C.
Chicago
- D.
St. Louis
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D. St. LouisExplanation
In the 1944 World Series, St. Louis hosted all six games played.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Which Yankee had the highest batting average (minimum 10 AB's) in the 2001 World Series?
- A.
Paul O'Neill
- B.
Derek Jeter
- C.
Chuck Knoblauch
- D.
Bernie Williams
Correct Answer
A. Paul O'NeillExplanation
Paul O'Neill had the highest batting average in the 2001 World Series. This means that out of all the listed Yankees players, O'Neill had the highest ratio of hits to at-bats in the series. Since the question specifies a minimum of 10 at-bats, it indicates that O'Neill's batting average was calculated based on at least 10 plate appearances.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Who was on base when Kent Hrbek hit his game winning home run in the 1987 World Series?
- A.
There Was No One On
- B.
Paul Molitor And Gary Gaetti
- C.
Kirby Puckett And Jack Morris
- D.
Kirby Puckett And Gary Gaetti
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D. Kirby Puckett And Gary GaettiExplanation
In the 1987 World Series, Kirby Puckett and Gary Gaetti were on base when Kent Hrbek hit his game-winning home run.Rate this question:
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- 6.
In what year did Jim Bagby become the first pitcher to hit a World Series home run?
- A.
1920
- B.
1912
- C.
1933
- D.
1927
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A. 1920Explanation
Jim Bagby became the first pitcher to hit a World Series home run in 1920.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Who hit a grand slam in Game 1 of the 1987 World Series?
- A.
Kent Hrbek
- B.
Mark McGwire
- C.
Jim Rice
- D.
Dan Gladden
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D. Dan GladdenExplanation
Dan Gladden hit a grand slam in Game 1 of the 1987 World Series.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Who was the first pitcher to start game one of the World Series with a below .500 season record?
- A.
Jon Matlack
- B.
Alvin Crowder
- C.
Mike Cueller
- D.
Ross Grimsley
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B. Alvin CrowderExplanation
Alvin Crowder was the first pitcher to start game one of the World Series with a below .500 season record. This means that his win-loss record for the season was less than half of his games won.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Who was the pitcher who gave up Chuck Hillers' grand slam in the 1962 World Series?
- A.
Ryne Duren
- B.
Bob Turley
- C.
Whitey Ford
- D.
Marshall Bridges
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D. Marshall BridgesExplanation
Marshall Bridges was the pitcher who gave up Chuck Hillers' grand slam in the 1962 World Series.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Who drove in the game winning run for the Yankees in Game 4 of the 1996 World Series?
- A.
Wade Boggs
- B.
Cecil Fielder
- C.
Charlie Hayes
- D.
Derek Jeter
Correct Answer
A. Wade BoggsExplanation
Wade Boggs drove in the game-winning run for the Yankees in Game 4 of the 1996 World Series.Rate this question:
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- 11.
What was the score in Don Larsen's perfect game in the 1956 World Series?
- A.
Feb-00
- B.
Apr-00
- C.
Jan-00
- D.
Mar-00
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A. Feb-00 -
- 12.
Who did Boston defeat in the first World Series ever?
- A.
Philadelphia Phillies
- B.
Brooklyn Dodgers
- C.
Boston Braves
- D.
Pittsburgh Pirates
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D. Pittsburgh PiratesExplanation
In the first World Series ever, Boston defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates.Rate this question:
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- 13.
When was the first year the Red Sox were in a World Series that they lost?
- A.
1915
- B.
1916
- C.
1912
- D.
1946
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D. 1946Explanation
In 1946, the Red Sox were in the World Series and lost. This was the first year they reached the World Series and ended up being defeated.Rate this question:
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- 14.
The winning pitcher for the Red Sox in the final game of the 1918 World Series went on to do what?
- A.
Kill Another Player
- B.
Marry 5 Times
- C.
Score A TD In The NFL
- D.
Become A U.S. Senator
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- 15.
Who was the winning pitcher in Game 6 of the 1975 World Series?
- A.
Reggie Cleveland
- B.
Dick Drago
- C.
Rick Wise
- D.
Jim Willoughby
Correct Answer
C. Rick WiseExplanation
Rick Wise was the winning pitcher in Game 6 of the 1975 World Series. He pitched for the Boston Red Sox and played a crucial role in their victory.Rate this question:
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