1.
Who was the first Toronto Blue Jays player to be selected for the All-Star Game?
Correct Answer
B. Ron Fairly
Explanation
Ron Fairly was the first Toronto Blue Jays player to be selected for the All-Star Game. This can be inferred from the given options, as Dave Lemanczyk, Roy Howell, and Dave Stieb are not mentioned as being the first player selected. Therefore, Ron Fairly is the correct answer.
2.
Who was the first Toronto Blue Jays pitcher to throw a complete game?
Correct Answer
B. Dave Lemanczyk
Explanation
Dave Lemanczyk was the first Toronto Blue Jays pitcher to throw a complete game. This means that he pitched for the entire duration of a game without being replaced by another pitcher.
3.
Who was the first Toronto Blue Jays player to hit a grand slam?
Correct Answer
C. Hector Torres
Explanation
Hector Torres was the first Toronto Blue Jays player to hit a grand slam.
4.
When did the Toronto Blue Jays' Rogers Centre stadium open?
Correct Answer
C. 5-Jun-89
Explanation
The correct answer is 5-Jun-89. This date represents the opening day of the Toronto Blue Jays' Rogers Centre stadium.
5.
In 1993, the Toronto Blue Jays re-acquired former player Tony Fernandez from which team?
Correct Answer
B. Mets
Explanation
In 1993, the Toronto Blue Jays re-acquired former player Tony Fernandez from the Mets.
6.
In 1998, which member of the Blue Jays stole 30 bases and hit 30 home runs in the same season?
Correct Answer
B. Shawn Green
Explanation
Shawn Green is the correct answer because he is the only player listed who stole 30 bases and hit 30 home runs in the same season. Jose Canseco, Tony Fernandez, and Joe Carter did not achieve this feat in 1998.
7.
In 1998, while pitching for the Blue Jays, Roger Clemens surpassed which milestone?
Correct Answer
C. 3000 Strikeouts
Explanation
In 1998, while playing for the Blue Jays, Roger Clemens achieved the milestone of 3000 strikeouts. This means that he successfully struck out 3000 opposing batters throughout his career. This is a significant accomplishment in baseball and demonstrates Clemens' skill and dominance as a pitcher.
8.
In July 1997, the Blue Jays acquired Jose Cruz Jr. from which team?
Correct Answer
D. Seattle Mariners
Explanation
In July 1997, the Blue Jays acquired Jose Cruz Jr. from the Seattle Mariners.
9.
In June of 1999, the Blue Jays acquired Tony Batista from which team?
Correct Answer
A. Diamondbacks
Explanation
In June of 1999, the Blue Jays acquired Tony Batista from the Diamondbacks. This suggests that Tony Batista was playing for the Diamondbacks at that time and was transferred to the Blue Jays.
10.
In 1991, which Blue Jays pitcher set a Major League record for the most consecutive saves?
Correct Answer
C. Tom Henke
Explanation
Tom Henke is the correct answer because in 1991, he set a Major League record for the most consecutive saves as a Blue Jays pitcher. This means that he successfully closed out a game without blowing a save for the longest consecutive streak in that season. Duane Ward, David Wells, and Roger Clemens were also Blue Jays pitchers during that time, but it was Henke who achieved this specific record.
11.
In the middle of the 1993 season, the Toronto Blue Jays acquired Rickey Henderson from which team?
Correct Answer
C. Athletics
Explanation
In the middle of the 1993 season, the Toronto Blue Jays acquired Rickey Henderson from the Athletics.
12.
How long did the Blue Jays take to re-design their logo after the first change?
Correct Answer
C. 3 Years
Explanation
The Blue Jays took 3 years to re-design their logo after the first change. This suggests that the team was actively involved in the process of re-designing their logo, possibly to update their branding or make a fresh start. The fact that they did not change it again implies that they were satisfied with the new design and it resonated well with their fans and identity.
13.
How did the Toronto Blue Jays acquire outfielder Jose Canseco in 1998?
Correct Answer
C. Signed Him As A Free Agent
Explanation
The Toronto Blue Jays acquired outfielder Jose Canseco in 1998 by signing him as a free agent.
14.
Which of the following is not true of Roger Clemens' 1998 season?
Correct Answer
C. He Pitched A Perfect Game
Explanation
The statement "He Pitched A Perfect Game" is not true of Roger Clemens' 1998 season. A perfect game is when a pitcher allows no hits, no walks, and no baserunners throughout the entire game. However, there is no record of Roger Clemens pitching a perfect game in the 1998 season.
15.
Which of these cities is not a base for a Minor League affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays?
Correct Answer
D. London, Ontario
Explanation
London, Ontario is not a base for a Minor League affiliate of the Toronto Blue Jays. The other three cities listed - Syracuse, New York; Lansing, Michigan; and Manchester, New Hampshire - all have Minor League teams affiliated with the Toronto Blue Jays.