1.
Which of the following players was granted free agency by the Mariners in the 2011-12 offseason?
Correct Answer
B. Wily Mo Pena
Explanation
Wily Mo Pena was granted free agency by the Mariners in the 2011-12 offseason. This means that the Mariners did not renew Pena's contract and he became a free agent, allowing him to sign with any other team.
2.
The Mariners traded Steve Delabar to which AL East team in 2012?
Correct Answer
C. Toronto Blue Jays
Explanation
In 2012, the Mariners traded Steve Delabar to the Toronto Blue Jays.
3.
When Mark Langston pitched for Seattle, who was his preferred catcher?
Correct Answer
C. Scott Bradley
Explanation
During his time with the Seattle Mariners, Mark Langston preferred Scott Bradley as his catcher.
4.
Which Major League team did the Seattle Mariners tie for the record for the most wins in a season with 116 wins?
Correct Answer
C. Chicago Cubs
Explanation
The Seattle Mariners tied the Chicago Cubs for the record for the most wins in a season with 116 wins.
5.
With 1,091 runs batted in, who led the Majors during the 1990's?
Correct Answer
B. Ken Griffey, Jr.
Explanation
Ken Griffey Jr. led the Majors in runs batted in (RBIs) during the 1990s with 1,091. This means that he was the player who had the highest number of RBIs in the entire Major League Baseball during that decade.
6.
What player signed with the Mariners in 1990 after turning down the Phillies and the Tigers?
Correct Answer
B. Pete O'Brien
Explanation
Pete O'Brien signed with the Mariners in 1990 after rejecting offers from the Phillies and the Tigers. This suggests that O'Brien had multiple options and ultimately chose to join the Mariners.
7.
Who played for the Yokohama BayStars in the Japan's Central League from 1990-99 before joining the Seattle Mariners in 2000?
Correct Answer
B. Kazuhiro Sasaki
Explanation
Kazuhiro Sasaki is the correct answer because he played for the Yokohama BayStars in Japan's Central League from 1990-99 before joining the Seattle Mariners in 2000.
8.
Who won the most games pitching for the 2004 Seattle Mariners?
Correct Answer
B. Ron Villone
Explanation
Ron Villone won the most games pitching for the 2004 Seattle Mariners.
9.
How many times was the turf replaced in The Kingdome?
Correct Answer
D. 3
Explanation
The Kingdome, a former sports stadium in Seattle, had its turf replaced three times. This suggests that the turf at the stadium was replaced on three separate occasions during its existence.
10.
Who was the second pitcher in Mariners history to throw a no-hitter?
Correct Answer
A. Chris Bosio
Explanation
Chris Bosio was the second pitcher in Mariners history to throw a no-hitter. This means that there was another pitcher before him who also achieved this feat.
11.
What was the attendance at the very first Seattle Mariners game?
Correct Answer
D. 57,762
Explanation
The attendance at the very first Seattle Mariners game was 57,762.
12.
Who was the only Mariner to play in the first All-Star game hosted by Seattle?
Correct Answer
C. Bruce Bochte
Explanation
Bruce Bochte was the only Mariner to play in the first All-Star game hosted by Seattle. This means that out of the four options given, only Bruce Bochte was selected to represent the Mariners in the All-Star game.
13.
The Mariners finished with 74 wins in which two consecutive seasons?
Correct Answer
B. 1984 And 1985
Explanation
The Mariners finished with 74 wins in the 1984 and 1985 seasons.
14.
How many bases did Harold Reynolds steal in 1987?
Correct Answer
A. 60
Explanation
Harold Reynolds stole 60 bases in 1987.
15.
Which Mariners season had the highest total attendance at home games?
Correct Answer
D. 1997
Explanation
In 1997, the Mariners had the highest total attendance at home games.