1.
2012 was the Mariners' 13th full season at which ballpark?
Correct Answer
B. Safeco Field
Explanation
The correct answer is Safeco Field. The question is asking about the ballpark where the Mariners played their 13th full season in 2012. Safeco Field is the home stadium of the Seattle Mariners, so it is the correct answer.
2.
Which Mariners player led the team with 35 doubles in 2012?
Correct Answer
A. Kyle Seager
Explanation
Kyle Seager is the correct answer because he led the team with 35 doubles in 2012.
3.
Which Mariners player grounded into 15 double plays in 2012?
Correct Answer
A. Jesus Montero
Explanation
In 2012, Jesus Montero grounded into 15 double plays. This means that on 15 occasions, Montero hit a ground ball that resulted in two outs being made by the opposing team. This could have been due to a combination of factors such as the positioning of the fielders, the speed of Montero's hit, or the timing of the play. Overall, Montero's tendency to hit into double plays in 2012 likely impacted the team's offensive performance.
4.
Where did the Mariners rank among the 14 AL teams in terms of runs scored in 2012?
Correct Answer
D. 14th
Explanation
In 2012, the Mariners ranked 14th among the 14 American League (AL) teams in terms of runs scored. This means that they scored the fewest runs compared to all the other teams in the league.
5.
Which of the following Mariners drew an intentional walk during the 2012 season?
Correct Answer
C. Kyle Seager
Explanation
Kyle Seager drew an intentional walk during the 2012 season.
6.
Which of the following Mariners hit above .250 during the 2012 season?
Correct Answer
C. Kyle Seager
Explanation
Kyle Seager hit above .250 during the 2012 season.
7.
Who was the oldest player to pitch for the Mariners during the 2012 season?
Correct Answer
D. Kevin Millwood
Explanation
Kevin Millwood was the oldest player to pitch for the Mariners during the 2012 season because he was the only one among the given options who had a significant amount of experience and was known for his longevity in the game. Millwood, born on December 24, 1974, was 37 years old during the 2012 season, which made him the oldest among the listed players. Additionally, Millwood had been playing in the major leagues since 1997, indicating his experience and ability to continue pitching at an older age.
8.
Which Mariners player had 3 stolen bases but was caught stealing 6 times in 2012?
Correct Answer
B. Miguel Olivo
Explanation
Miguel Olivo is the correct answer because he had 3 stolen bases but was caught stealing 6 times in 2012. This means that he attempted to steal a base 9 times, but was only successful 3 times.
9.
Which of the following players did not draw a walk for the Mariners during the 2012 season?
Correct Answer
B. Brandon League
Explanation
Brandon League did not draw a walk for the Mariners during the 2012 season. This means that he did not receive a base on balls, which is when a pitcher throws four pitches out of the strike zone, and the batter does not swing. Drawing walks is an important statistic for batters as it demonstrates their ability to have patience at the plate and their understanding of the strike zone.
10.
Reliever Brandon League was traded by the Mariners to which team in 2012?
Correct Answer
B. Los Angeles Dodgers
Explanation
In 2012, the Mariners traded reliever Brandon League to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
11.
The Mariners traded Ichiro Suzuki to which team in 2012?
Correct Answer
D. New York Yankees
Explanation
In 2012, the Mariners traded Ichiro Suzuki to the New York Yankees.
12.
Which of the following players did the Mariners get in a trade for Ichiro Suzuki?
Correct Answer
A. Danny Farquhar
Explanation
Danny Farquhar was one of the players that the Mariners acquired in a trade for Ichiro Suzuki. This suggests that the Mariners traded Ichiro Suzuki to another team in exchange for Danny Farquhar, along with possibly other players. The other options (Eric Thames, Leon Landry, and Logan Bawcom) were not involved in the trade for Ichiro Suzuki.
13.
The Mariners received Eric Thames in a trade for which player in 2012?
Correct Answer
B. Steve Delabar
Explanation
In 2012, the Mariners received Eric Thames in a trade for Steve Delabar.
14.
What was the Mariners' final record for 2012?
Correct Answer
C. 75-87
Explanation
The Mariners' final record for 2012 was 75-87. This means that they won 75 games and lost 87 games during that season.
15.
Which pitcher led the Mariners in wins for 2012?
Correct Answer
C. Jason Vargas
Explanation
In 2012, Jason Vargas led the Mariners in wins. This means that he had the highest number of wins among all the pitchers on the team during that year.