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1.

Which pitcher hit a home run in the 1965 MLB World Series?
- A.
  
  Jim Kaat
- B.
  
  Mudcat Grant
- C.
  
  Jim Brewer
- D.
  
  Ron Perranoski
Correct Answer
B. Mudcat Grant
2.

In the 1966 MLB World Series, who became the youngest pitcher to pitch a complete game shutout in World Series history?
- A.
  
  Claude Osteen
- B.
  
  Dave McNally
- C.
  
  Jim Palmer
- D.
  
  Jim Brewer
Correct Answer
C. Jim Palmer
3.

In 1996's MLB World Series, who was called out while stealing, though replays showed him safe?
- A.
  
  Mark Lemke
- B.
  
  Derek Jeter
- C.
  
  Terry Pendleton
- D.
  
  Marquis Grissom
Correct Answer
D. Marquis Grissom
4.

In the 2006 World Series, Scott Rolen was awarded home plate after who was charged with obstruction?
- A.
  
  Neifi Perez
- B.
  
  Ivan Rodriguez
- C.
  
  Brandon Inge
- D.
  
  Placido Polanco
Correct Answer
C. Brandon Inge
5.

In the 1997 World Series, what happened in Game 4 that hadn't occurred in a World Series since 1979?
- A.
  
  Snowfall
- B.
  
  Hail
- C.
  
  Tornado
- D.
  
  Fog
Correct Answer
A. Snowfall
6.

In Game 1 of the 1983 MLB World Series, who hit the tie-breaking home run?
- A.
  
  Benny Ayala
- B.
  
  Tony Perez
- C.
  
  Pete Rose
- D.
  
  Gary Maddox
Correct Answer
D. Gary Maddox
7.

Who started and won the clinching game of the 1999 MLB World Series?
- A.
  
  David Cone
- B.
  
  Roger Clemens
- C.
  
  Orlando Hernandez
- D.
  
  Andy Pettitte
Correct Answer
B. Roger Clemens
8.

Who did Mark McGwire hit his 1988 World Series Game 3 home run off of?
- A.
  
  Jay Howell
- B.
  
  Fernando Valenzuela
- C.
  
  Jerry Reuss
- D.
  
  Tom Niedenfuer
Correct Answer
A. Jay Howell
9.

What did the Yankees' Yogi Berra do for the first time in World Series history in 1947?
- A.
  
  Hit A Pinch Hit Home Run
- B.
  
  Hit Three Home Runs In A Game
- C.
  
  Hit Two Triples In A Game
- D.
  
  Play Three Positions In A Game
Correct Answer
A. Hit A Pinch Hit Home Run
10.

In 1962, which comic strip mentioned Willie McCovey's near-game-winning World Series hit of that year?
- A.
  
  Garfield
- B.
  
  Lil Abner
- C.
  
  Blondie
- D.
  
  Peanuts
Correct Answer
D. Peanuts
11.

Whitey Ford did not set a career World Series record in which category?
- A.
  
  Games Started
- B.
  
  Strikeouts
- C.
  
  Wins
- D.
  
  ERA
Correct Answer
D. ERA
12.

In 1962, what record did Whitey Ford set for consecutive scoreless innings pitched in the World Series?
- A.
  
  33 6666666666667/10000000000000
- B.
  
  23 6666666666667/10000000000000
- C.
  
  13 6666666666667/10000000000000
- D.
  
  43 6666666666667/10000000000000
Correct Answer
A. 33 6666666666667/10000000000000
13.

How many World Series rings did Jorge Posada win in the 90's?
- A.
  
  3
- B.
  
  1
- C.
  
  0
- D.
  
  2
Correct Answer
D. 2
14.

Kenny Rogers was found with what curious substance on his hand during the 2006 World Series?
- A.
  
  Pine Tar
- B.
  
  Motor Oil
- C.
  
  Dirt
- D.
  
  Vasoline
Correct Answer
C. Dirt
15.

Who struck out Reggie Jackson in Game 2 of the 1978 World Series to inspire a version of "Casey at the Bat"?
- A.
  
  Charlie Hough
- B.
  
  Tommy John
- C.
  
  Don Sutton
- D.
  
  Bob Welch
Correct Answer
D. Bob Welch

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Test Your Knowledge On MLB World Series - 3

Which pitcher hit a home run in the 1965 MLB World Series?

In the 1966 MLB World Series, who became the youngest pitcher to pitch a complete game shutout in World Series history?

In 1996's MLB World Series, who was called out while stealing, though replays showed him safe?

In the 2006 World Series, Scott Rolen was awarded home plate after who was charged with obstruction?

In the 1997 World Series, what happened in Game 4 that hadn't occurred in a World Series since 1979?

In Game 1 of the 1983 MLB World Series, who hit the tie-breaking home run?

Who started and won the clinching game of the 1999 MLB World Series?

Who did Mark McGwire hit his 1988 World Series Game 3 home run off of?

What did the Yankees' Yogi Berra do for the first time in World Series history in 1947?

In 1962, which comic strip mentioned Willie McCovey's near-game-winning World Series hit of that year?

Whitey Ford did not set a career World Series record in which category?

In 1962, what record did Whitey Ford set for consecutive scoreless innings pitched in the World Series?

How many World Series rings did Jorge Posada win in the 90's?

Kenny Rogers was found with what curious substance on his hand during the 2006 World Series?

Who struck out Reggie Jackson in Game 2 of the 1978 World Series to inspire a version of "Casey at the Bat"?