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    Who tossed two complete games in the 1985 World Series?

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  • 2. 

    Which team won the World Series in 2008?

    • New York Yankees

    • Philadelphia Phillies

    • Los Angeles Dodgers

    • Tampa Bay Rays

    Correct Answer
    A. Philadelphia Phillies
    Explanation
    The Philadelphia Phillies won the World Series in 2008.

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  • 3. 

    Who was credited with two wins in the 1995 World Series?

    • Dennis Martinez

    • Tom Glavine

    • Greg Maddux

    • Pedro Borbon

    Correct Answer
    A. Tom Glavine
    Explanation
    Tom Glavine was credited with two wins in the 1995 World Series. This means that he was the starting pitcher for two games in the series and his team won both of those games. The number of wins a pitcher is credited with in a series is an important statistic as it reflects their contribution to their team's success in the championship. In this case, Glavine's performances on the mound helped his team secure two victories and ultimately win the World Series.

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  • 4. 

    What future Hall-of-Famer hit his fourth career World Series home run in 1995?

    • Eddie Murray

    • Carlos Baerga

    • Dennis Martinez

    • Paul Sorrento

    Correct Answer
    A. Eddie Murray
    Explanation
    Eddie Murray hit his fourth career World Series home run in 1995. This suggests that Murray had a successful career and was a prominent player in the World Series. The fact that he hit multiple home runs in the World Series indicates his skill and ability to perform under pressure in high-stakes games. Murray's achievement in hitting his fourth career World Series home run in 1995 solidifies his status as a potential future Hall-of-Famer.

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  • 5. 

    Who stole six of the total 13 bases swiped in the 1995 World Series?

    • Omar Vizquel

    • Marquis Grissom

    • Jim Thome

    • Kenny Lofton

    Correct Answer
    A. Kenny Lofton
    Explanation
    Kenny Lofton stole six of the total 13 bases swiped in the 1995 World Series.

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    What 45-year-old pitched in his first World Series game in 2008?

    • Jamie Moyer

    • Roger Clemens

    • Randy Johnson

    • Phil Niekro

    Correct Answer
    A. Jamie Moyer
    Explanation
    Jamie Moyer is the correct answer because he was a 45-year-old pitcher who made his first World Series appearance in 2008. This suggests that Moyer had a long and successful career in baseball, as it is rare for a player to make their World Series debut at such a late stage in their career.

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  • 7. 

    Which St. Louis Cardinal was credited with two wins in the 1985 World Series?

    • Bob Forsch

    • Ken Dayley

    • Joaquin Andujar

    • John Tudor

    Correct Answer
    A. John Tudor
    Explanation
    John Tudor was credited with two wins in the 1985 World Series.

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    Who was credited with all three saves earned in the 2007 World Series?

    • Brian Fuentes

    • Hideki Okajima

    • Eric Gagne

    • Jonathan Papelbon

    Correct Answer
    A. Jonathan Papelbon
    Explanation
    Jonathan Papelbon was credited with all three saves earned in the 2007 World Series. This means that he was the relief pitcher who successfully closed out all three games that the team won in the series. This is a significant achievement as saves are a crucial statistic for relief pitchers, indicating their ability to preserve a lead and secure a victory for their team. Papelbon's performance in the World Series demonstrated his skill and effectiveness in high-pressure situations, contributing to the success of his team.

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    Who was credited with two losses in the 1991 World Series?

    • Tom Glavine

    • Charlie Leibrandt

    • Rick Aguilera

    • Kevin Tapani

    Correct Answer
    A. Charlie Leibrandt
    Explanation
    Charlie Leibrandt was credited with two losses in the 1991 World Series. This means that he was the starting pitcher for the Atlanta Braves in two games of the series and was charged with the loss in both games. The losses indicate that Leibrandt was not able to effectively pitch and help his team win those games.

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  • 10. 

    What unusual event occurred in the last game of the 2008 World Series?

    • A Swarm Of Bugs Invaded

    • It Was Stopped Partway Through

    • Two Umpires Fell Ill

    • Starters Went Nine Innings

    Correct Answer
    A. It Was Stopped Partway Through
    Explanation
    During the last game of the 2008 World Series, an unusual event occurred where the game was stopped partway through. The explanation for this could be due to inclement weather, a technical issue, or an unforeseen circumstance that required the game to be halted temporarily. Without further context, it is difficult to determine the exact reason for the interruption.

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  • 11. 

    How many games were played in the 2007 World Series?

    • Seven

    • Five

    • Four

    • Six

    Correct Answer
    A. Four
    Explanation
    In the 2007 World Series, four games were played. This is evident from the given answer choice "Four" being marked as the correct answer.

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  • 12. 

    Who was the only Philadelphia Phillies pitcher to record a save in the 2008 World Series?

    • Chad Durbin

    • Brad Lidge

    • Jamie Moyer

    • Scott Eyre

    Correct Answer
    A. Brad Lidge
    Explanation
    Brad Lidge was the only Philadelphia Phillies pitcher to record a save in the 2008 World Series. Lidge had an impressive performance throughout the series, successfully closing out games and securing the victories for his team. His consistent pitching and ability to handle the pressure of the World Series made him a key player in the Phillies' championship win.

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  • 13. 

    Which future Hall-of-Famer batted .087 in the 1985 World Series?

    • George Brett

    • Ozzie Smith

    • Willie Wilson

    • Dave Winfield

    Correct Answer
    A. Ozzie Smith
    Explanation
    Ozzie Smith is the correct answer because he is the only player listed who is a future Hall-of-Famer and played in the 1985 World Series. The fact that he batted .087 in the series indicates that he had a poor performance at the plate during that particular championship.

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    Who was the first pitcher to strike out 30+ batters in a single World Series?

    • Roger Clemens

    • Bob Gibson

    • Sandy Koufax

    • Whitey Ford

    Correct Answer
    A. Bob Gibson
    Explanation
    Bob Gibson was the first pitcher to strike out 30+ batters in a single World Series. This accomplishment occurred in the 1968 World Series, where Gibson pitched for the St. Louis Cardinals. He struck out a total of 35 batters during the series, setting a new record. Gibson's outstanding performance helped lead the Cardinals to victory and earned him the World Series MVP award.

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    Which New York Yankee had only one single in 22 World Series at-bats in 1981?

    • Jerry Mumphrey

    • Rick Cerone

    • Reggie Jackson

    • Dave Winfield

    Correct Answer
    A. Dave Winfield
    Explanation
    Dave Winfield is the correct answer because he had only one single in 22 World Series at-bats in 1981. This indicates that he struggled to get hits during that particular World Series, with only one successful hit out of 22 attempts.

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