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1. The most home runs Hank Aaron hit in a season was:

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Hank Aaron hit a maximum of 47 home runs in a single season.

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100 Researc-Proofh, Internet-Proof Trivia Questions (Not Really, but you're on you're word of honor here!). . . . Based on (literally) years of time spent on the 'throne' reading Baseball Digest & The Baseball Encyclopedia. . . . Btw: don't bother looking for trends in the choices ~ they're ALL... see morealphebetical or Chronilogical. ;)All questions & answers as of 2012 whether noted or not. see less

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2. Which of the following has never broken the single game strikeout record?

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Tom Seaver has never broken the single game strikeout record. This means that at some point in their careers, Steve Carleton, Roger Clemens, Dizzy Dean, and Bob Feller have all achieved a higher number of strikeouts in a single game than Tom Seaver.

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3. Who won the most MVP Awards in the 1990's?

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Barry Bonds won the most MVP Awards in the 1990's. This can be inferred from the given options as there is no information provided about any other players winning MVP Awards in the 1990's. Therefore, the correct answer is A. Barry Bonds.

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4. Aside from Derek Jeter's number, which soon will be retired, the only other single diget not yet retired by the Yankees is:

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The correct answer is C. 6. This is because the question states that aside from Derek Jeter's number (which is soon to be retired), the only other single-digit number that has not yet been retired by the Yankees is 6. This implies that numbers 1, 2, 8, and 9 have already been retired.

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5. Which of the following players did not finish his career with 521 home runs?

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Ott finished with 511

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6. This Hall Of  Famer made his last appearance in MLB as a pinch hitter the day Babe Ruth hit his 60th home run in 1927.

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Walter Johnson, a Hall of Famer, made his last appearance in MLB as a pinch hitter on the day Babe Ruth hit his 60th home run in 1927.

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7. The only player to get 5 hits in his MLB debut as of 2012: (Hint: he was well on his way to the HOF before getting frostbite in the Battle of the Bulge)  

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Cecil Travis is the correct answer because he is the only player to have achieved 5 hits in his MLB debut as of 2012. The hint provided suggests that he had a promising career before experiencing frostbite in the Battle of the Bulge, which likely impacted his future performance.

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8. Who is the only Hall of Famer to hit a home run in his first MLB at bat?

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Hoyt Wilhelm is the only Hall of Famer to hit a home run in his first MLB at bat. This means that Wilhelm, out of all the options given, is the only player who accomplished this feat.

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9. From whom did George Steinbrenner buy the Yankees?

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George Steinbrenner bought the Yankees from CBS.

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10. Frankie Frisch went to college at:

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Frankie Frisch went to college at Fordham.

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11. The career leader in triples is:

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Sam Crawford is the career leader in triples. This means that throughout his career, he hit the most triples compared to any other player. The other options, Ty Cobb, Harry Heilmann, Gee Walker, and Gates Brown, did not hit as many triples as Sam Crawford.

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12. The ';single' on which Enos Slaughter scored from first to win the 1946 World Series was hit by:

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Enos Slaughter scored from first to win the 1946 World Series on a single hit by Harry 'The Hat' Walker.

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13. He supposedly scored baseball's 'one millionth run' back in 197 .

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Bob Watson is the correct answer because he is the only player among the given options who is known for scoring baseball's 'one millionth run' back in 1975. Cesar Cedeno, Jose Cruz, and Jimmy Wynn are not associated with this achievement.

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14. Prior to Denny McLain accomplishing the feat in 1968, who was the last AL hurler to win 30 games?

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Lefty Grove was the last AL hurler to win 30 games prior to Denny McLain accomplishing the feat in 1968. This means that Grove achieved this milestone before McLain did.

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15.  The last player in the NL to win the Triple Crown was:    

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Joe Medwick is the correct answer because he was the last player in the National League (NL) to win the Triple Crown. The Triple Crown is achieved when a player leads the league in batting average, home runs, and runs batted in (RBIs) in the same season. Medwick accomplished this feat in 1937 while playing for the St. Louis Cardinals. He had a batting average of .374, hit 31 home runs, and had 154 RBIs.

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16. Who hit 'The Homer In The Gloamin'?

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Gabby Hartnett hit 'The Homer In The Gloamin'.

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17. Which of the following won the most Cy Young Awards?

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Steve Carleton won the most Cy Young Awards.

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18. The second highest batting average in MLB history is by:

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Rogers Hornsby has the second highest batting average in MLB history. This means that out of all the players in MLB history, Hornsby has the second highest average number of hits per at-bat. This indicates that he was a highly skilled and consistent hitter throughout his career.

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19. The only team to have 5 players drive in 100 RBI was the:

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In the given question, the correct answer is option C, 1936 Yankees. This means that the 1936 Yankees team is the only team to have 5 players drive in 100 RBI. This suggests that in the 1936 season, the Yankees had a strong offensive lineup with multiple players who were able to consistently hit and drive in runs. This achievement highlights the depth and talent of the team's batting lineup during that season.

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20. The NL consectutive games hit in streak is held jointly at 44 by Pete Rose and:

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Pete Rose holds the record for the most consecutive games with a hit at 44, jointly with Wee Willie Keeler. This means that both players were able to get at least one hit in 44 consecutive games.

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21. The last pitcher to both win and lose 20 games in the same season was:

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Phil Niekro is the correct answer because he is the last pitcher to have achieved the rare feat of both winning and losing 20 games in the same season. Niekro accomplished this in 1979 while playing for the Atlanta Braves. He had a record of 21 wins and 20 losses that season, making him the most recent pitcher to achieve this unique statistical milestone.

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22. Which player hit the most home runs in regular season play without ever hitting a grand slam?

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Glenn Davis hit the most home runs in regular season play without ever hitting a grand slam. This means that Davis has hit the highest number of home runs in games that were not a result of hitting a grand slam.

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23. The only player to have 50 doubles & 50 homers in the same season is:

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Albert Belle is the correct answer because he is the only player in baseball history to have hit 50 doubles and 50 home runs in the same season. This achievement is incredibly rare and showcases Belle's exceptional power and ability to hit for both extra bases and home runs.

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24. The second winner of The Rookie of the Year Award was:

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Alvin Dark was the second winner of The Rookie of the Year Award.

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25. As of 2012, the record for cycles in a career is three, shared by Babe Herman & this other New York contemporary of his:

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Bob Meusal is the correct answer because the question is asking for the New York contemporary of Babe Herman who also holds the record for cycles in a career. Dolph Camilli, Tony Lazerri, and Irish Meusal are all incorrect options as they do not fit the criteria mentioned in the question.

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26. The last legal spitballer in MLB history was:

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Jim McKeever was Norton's boss on The Honeymooner's

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27. The last 30-game winner in the NL was:

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Dizzy Dean is the correct answer because he was the last pitcher in the National League to win 30 games in a single season. He achieved this feat in 1934 while playing for the St. Louis Cardinals. Dean was a dominant pitcher during his career and had a remarkable season in 1934, leading the league in wins, strikeouts, and ERA. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1953.

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28. Jim Thorpe broke in and played most of his career wit THeh:

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Jim Thorpe broke in and played most of his career with the New York Giants. This means that he started his career with the Giants and played for them for a significant amount of time. It is not mentioned whether he played for any other team or if he ended his career with the Giants.

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29. The original Washington Senators now play in:

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The original Washington Senators now play in Minnesota. This refers to the relocation of the Washington Senators baseball team to Minnesota in 1961. The team became the Minnesota Twins and has been playing in Minnesota ever since.

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30. The last owner to manage his team was:

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Ted Turner is the correct answer because he was the last owner to manage his team. This means that he not only owned the team but also took on the role of managing it. Connie Mack, George Steinbrenner, and Bill Vecck may have been owners of their respective teams, but they did not actively manage them. Therefore, Ted Turner stands out as the correct answer.

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31. The only player to win the League, LCS & World Series MVP in the same season was:    

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Willie Stargell is the only player who has won the League Championship Series (LCS), the World Series Most Valuable Player (MVP) award, and the League MVP in the same season. This means that he had an exceptional performance throughout the season, both in the playoffs and in the regular season, making him the standout player of that year.

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32. In game one of the 1967 World Series, Bob Gibson struck out 17 batters to break Sandy Koufax's record of 15. Koufax had broken who's record?

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In game one of the 1967 World Series, Bob Gibson struck out 17 batters to break Sandy Koufax's record of 15. This suggests that Sandy Koufax had broken Carl Erskine's record of 15 strikeouts in a game prior to Gibson breaking Koufax's record.

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33. The highest  average in a single World Series (minimum 10 ABs) is held by:

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Billy Hatcher holds the highest average in a single World Series (minimum 10 ABs). This means that out of all the players who have had at least 10 at-bats in a single World Series, Hatcher had the highest average. The other players listed may have had successful World Series performances, but Hatcher's average was the highest among them.

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34. How many times was Sandy Koufax voted unanymous Cy Young of both leagues?

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Sandy Koufax was voted unanimous Cy Young of both leagues three times. This means that in three separate seasons, Koufax received all of the first-place votes for the Cy Young Award in both the American and National Leagues. This is a significant accomplishment, as it demonstrates Koufax's dominance and recognition by the baseball writers as the best pitcher in both leagues during those seasons.

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35. In what year did MLB start handing out Cy Young Awards to both leagues?

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In 1967, MLB started handing out Cy Young Awards to both leagues.

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36. The only BBrothers to win the Cy Young Award were the ____ Brothers. Fill in the blank.

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The correct answer is "Perry, Gaylord and Jim Perry, Jim and Gaylord Perry." This answer is correct because it states that the only brothers to win the Cy Young Award were the Perry brothers, Gaylord and Jim. The order in which their names are listed, "Perry, Gaylord and Jim Perry, Jim and Gaylord Perry," suggests that both Gaylord and Jim individually won the award, and it also acknowledges that they both share the same last name, Perry.

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37. The only two brothers to finish first & second in batting in the same season are:

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Felipe and Matty Alou are the only two brothers to finish first and second in batting in the same season. This means that in a particular season, Felipe had the highest batting average among all players, while Matty had the second-highest batting average. No other set of brothers has achieved this feat.

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38. Who was the opposing pitcher in Don Larsen's perfect game?

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Sal Maglie was the opposing pitcher in Don Larsen's perfect game. A perfect game in baseball refers to a game in which no opposing player reaches base, either by a hit, walk, or error, throughout the entire game. In this particular game, Larsen pitched for the New York Yankees, and Maglie pitched for the Brooklyn Dodgers. Larsen's perfect game occurred during Game 5 of the 1956 World Series, making it a historic and memorable moment in baseball history.

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39. The record for 'Pitching Triple Crowns' ~ Leading the League in wins, ERA & strikouts is four, by this pitcher:

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Grover Cleveland Alexander holds the record for pitching triple crowns, which means he led the league in wins, ERA, and strikeouts. He achieved this feat four times, making him the pitcher with the most pitching triple crowns in history.

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40. The manager to win the most World Series apart from the Yankees is:

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Connie Mack is the correct answer because he managed the Philadelphia Athletics from 1901 to 1950, winning a total of 5 World Series titles. This is more than any other manager apart from the Yankees. Walter Alston, John McGraw, and Dick Williams have all won multiple World Series titles, but their total number of wins is less than Connie Mack's.

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41. The 1926 World Series is forever etched with images of Alexander coming in hungover to save the seventh game.... In fact, Alexander did come in to save the game ~ hungover or not remains unknown to this day, but the game actually did end on this play:

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Yes, tis' true ~ Ruth was out stealing! But in that era, everybody, yes, EVERYBODY stole a lot more. Ruth thought there was no way they'd get two straight hits off Alexander the way he was pitching & yes... The Lazeri scenario took place exactly like in the movie, foul homer & all, but in the 7th inning.....

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42. The record for RBI in one month is 53, held, not surprisingly, by Hack Wilson in August of 1930 enroute to his 191 RBI season. What other player also drove in 53 runs in one month, August, 1939?

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In the given question, it is stated that Hack Wilson holds the record for the most RBI in one month with 53 in August 1930. The question then asks which other player also drove in 53 runs in one month, specifically August 1939. The correct answer is A. Joe DiMaggio. This means that Joe DiMaggio matched Hack Wilson's record by driving in 53 runs in August 1939.

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43. Which league's roots can be traced to the Western League?

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The American League's roots can be traced back to the Western League. The Western League was a minor league that was reorganized and renamed as the American League in 1900. It eventually became one of the two major leagues in professional baseball in the United States, along with the National League.

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44. The rule against stealing first was enacted after he once stole first base from second base.

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Germany Schaefer is the correct answer because the statement mentions that the rule against stealing first was enacted after he once stole first base from second base. This suggests that Germany Schaefer is known for this act, indicating that he is the most likely candidate among the given options.

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45. The career leader in doubles is:

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Tris Speaker is the correct answer because he holds the career record for doubles in Major League Baseball. Speaker played from 1907 to 1928 and recorded 792 doubles during his career. He was known for his exceptional hitting ability and consistently ranked among the league leaders in doubles. Speaker's record has stood for over 90 years, cementing his place as the all-time leader in this category.

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46. Charles Dillion Stengel got the name 'Casey' because:

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47. The first professional Major League, formed in 1871, was The:

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The National Association was the first professional Major League formed in 1871. This league consisted of teams from various cities and was the precursor to the modern-day National League. It laid the foundation for professional baseball in the United States and paved the way for the development of other professional leagues in the future.

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48. The lowest batting average to ever lead the NL was:

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Tony Gwynn had the lowest batting average to ever lead the NL with .313. This means that among the given options, Gwynn had the lowest average. The other players listed had higher batting averages, with Bill Buckner at .318, Bill Madlock at .314, and Terry Pendleton at .319. Gwynn's average of .313 was the lowest among these players, making him the correct answer.

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49. The pitcher to lead his league in wins the most times is:

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Warren Spahn is the correct answer because he led his league in wins the most times. This indicates that he consistently performed at a high level and was able to secure the most wins in his league multiple times.

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50. The All-time leader in runs scored for a single season with 195 is:

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Billy Hamilton is the correct answer because he holds the record for the most runs scored in a single season with 195. Cap Anson, Pinky Higgins, Dummy Hoy, and King Kelly do not hold this record.

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51. From 1972-76, the Cincinnatti Reds dominated the NL MVP, winning every year but one. The only Non-Red to win in that span was:

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During the years 1972-76, the Cincinnati Reds were extremely successful, winning the NL MVP award every year except one. This suggests that the player who won the award during that span must have been from a team other than the Reds. Among the options provided, Steve Garvey is the only player who fits this criteria. Therefore, Steve Garvey is the correct answer.

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52. The player who accomplished this feat is:

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Shawn Green is the player who accomplished the feat mentioned in the question. The question does not specify what feat is being referred to, so without further context, it is impossible to provide a specific explanation for why Shawn Green is the correct answer.

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53.  'Midget' Eddy Gaedel's number was:

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Eddy Gaedel's number, as mentioned in the question, refers to his jersey number. The correct answer, C. 1/8, suggests that Eddy Gaedel's jersey number was 1/8. This means that his jersey number was a fraction, rather than a whole number.

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54. In 1949, Ted Williams tied for the league lead in RBI with 159. The man he tied with was his teammate:

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In 1949, Ted Williams tied for the league lead in RBI with 159. The correct answer is E. Verne Stephens.

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55. Which player hit 4 home runs in a World Series two seperate times?

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Duke Snider is the correct answer because he is the only player listed who hit 4 home runs in a World Series two separate times. Lou Gehrig, Gil Hodges, Babe Ruth, and Moose Skowron did not achieve this feat.

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56. The player to hit the most triples in a season is:

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Owen Wilson is the correct answer because he holds the record for hitting the most triples in a season. Elmer Flick, Tommy Leach, and Gee Walker do not hold this record.

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57. How many regular season MVP Awards did Roberto Clemente, Dave Parker & Willie Stargell combine to win?

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Roberto Clemente, Dave Parker, and Willie Stargell combined to win a total of three regular season MVP Awards.

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58. Who hit the most home runs in a 5 year period in MLB history?

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Mark McGwire hit the most home runs in a 5-year period in MLB history. He achieved this feat from 1996 to 2000, hitting a total of 245 home runs during that time. McGwire's record-breaking performance was highlighted by his historic 1998 season, where he hit 70 home runs, breaking the previous single-season record set by Roger Maris. McGwire's power hitting ability during this period solidified his place as one of the greatest home run hitters in MLB history.

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59. Which Gold Glove Oulfielder made three errors in one inning during a World Series in the 1960's?

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Willie Davis, a Gold Glove Outfielder, made three errors in one inning during a World Series in the 1960s.

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60. In the 1934 All-Star Game, Carl Hubbel struck out 5 future Hall of Famers in a row. Name them in correct order:

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61. The two Frank Thomas' combined to hit between:

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The given question states that "The two Frank Thomas' combined to hit between" a certain range of home runs. The correct answer is D. 800-899 home runs. This means that the total number of home runs hit by both Frank Thomas' falls within the range of 800 to 899.

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62. Which of the following pitchers has not held the single season strikeout record at one time?

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Walter Johnson is the correct answer because he did hold the single season strikeout record at one time. He played for the Washington Senators from 1907 to 1927 and set the record for most strikeouts in a season in 1910 with 313 strikeouts. Therefore, he cannot be the pitcher who has not held the single season strikeout record at one time.

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63. The record for the most consectutive 100 RBI seasons to start a career is held by:

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Al Simmons holds the record for the most consecutive 100 RBI seasons to start a career. This means that he achieved 100 or more runs batted in (RBI) in each of the first few seasons of his career without interruption. The other options, Joe DiMaggio, Jimmy Foxx, Albert Pujols, and Ted Williams, may have had impressive careers, but they did not achieve this specific record.

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64. The 1912 World Series was alledgedly lost on a fly ball dropped by:

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You've probably confused this play with 'The Merkle Boner', which occured four seasons earlier.. See next. :^)

Besides Snodgrass' 'dropped ball', the inning also contained a foul fly near first that Mathewson, Myers, the cather & Merkle at first, let drop between them & Tris Speaker, given new life, promptly hit for a double.

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65. The 'Merkle Boner' that alledgedly (and in essence did) cost the Giant's the 1908 NL pennant was:

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Johnny Evers of Tinkers to Evers to Chance fame grabbed a ball (but possibly not THE ball), got the umpires attention as the fans swarmed the Polo Grounds... Evers convinced the umpire Merkle had not touched second base (true), a common practice by players at the time.... The umpire ruled the force out remained & the run was taken off the board, along with a Giant's win ~ because the field was covered with celebrating fans... The game, the NL ruled would only be made up in case of a tie, which of course happened ~ and the Cubs of course won. Ensuring Merkle 'bonehead' status.

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66. The first President of the AL was:

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Ban Johnson was the first President of the American League (AL). He served as the league's president from its founding in 1901 until 1927. Johnson played a crucial role in establishing the American League as a major competitor to the National League. Under his leadership, the AL grew in popularity and became a successful and respected baseball league. Johnson's tenure as president was marked by his efforts to enforce strict rules and regulations, improve player salaries, and promote fair competition. His contributions to the development of professional baseball in the United States make him the correct answer to this question.

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67. The pitcher to garner the most wins in a season without winning the Cy Young Award is:

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Juan Marichal is the correct answer because he won the most games in a season (25) without winning the Cy Young Award. The Cy Young Award is given annually to the best pitcher in each league, based on their performance throughout the season. Marichal's 25 wins were impressive, but he did not receive enough votes from the Baseball Writers' Association of America to win the award that year.

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68. The record for most home runs in a single ball park is:

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Mel Ott holds the record for the most home runs in a single ball park at The Polo Grounds. This means that Ott hit the most home runs at The Polo Grounds compared to any other player at any other ball park. The other options are not relevant as they do not hold this specific record.

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69. Besides Reggie Jackson and Albert Pujols, wwhho is the only player to hit 5 home runs in a World Series?

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Chase Utley is the only player, besides Reggie Jackson and Albert Pujols, to hit 5 home runs in a World Series.

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70. The highest batting average in World Series play for players with at least 75 at bats is held by:

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Lou Brock holds the highest batting average in World Series play for players with at least 75 at bats.

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71. Since moving to L.A., the Dodgers have won how many pennants?

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The correct answer is D. 9. Since moving to L.A., the Dodgers have won a total of 9 pennants.

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72. The only brothers to ever win batting titles are:

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Harry and Dixie Walker are the only brothers to ever win batting titles. This means that they both achieved the highest batting average in their respective leagues during a particular season. The other options listed do not consist of brothers who have won batting titles, making option E the correct answer.

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73. The last player to drive in 160 runs or more in a season was:

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Sosa ~ 160, 2001... Ramirez, 165, 1999

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74. The brothers who combined for the most wins are the:

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The correct answer is D. Perrys. The question asks for the brothers who combined for the most wins. The Perrys refers to the Perry brothers, Gaylord and Jim. Gaylord Perry was a Hall of Fame pitcher who won 314 games in his career, while Jim Perry won 215 games. Together, they combined for a total of 529 wins, which is the highest among the options given. Therefore, the Perrys are the correct answer.

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75. Christy Mathewson, who had never won a MLB game, was traded for which MLB Hall of Famer who never won another game?

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Christy Mathewson, a pitcher who had never won a MLB game, was traded for Amos Russie, another MLB Hall of Famer who also never won another game. This trade involved two Hall of Fame players who had similar career trajectories in terms of never winning another game after the trade.

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76. All of the following players fell just short of joining the 50-homer club. However, only one fell two homers shy while all the others reached 49 home runs at least once in their career. Find the player that only reached a career high of 48:

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Frank Howard is the player who only reached a career high of 48 home runs. This is because the question states that all the other players reached 49 home runs at least once in their career, indicating that they fell just short of joining the 50-homer club. Since Frank Howard's career high was 48, he did not reach the 49 home run mark and therefore fell short of joining the 50-homer club.

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77. The youngest player-manager ever was:

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78. Babe Ruth supposedly had an ongoing fued with him over a stolen pocket watch.

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Allegedly, nobody wanted to room with Ruth due to his carrousing, but Leo volunteered ~ and things began to disappear, including the watch. Stories vary, but all have Ruth catching Leo redhanded & that being the reason The Lip got shipped ~ away.

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79. The record for shutouts in a season is 16 by:

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Grover Cleveland Alexander holds the record for the most shutouts in a season with 16. He was a professional baseball player who played as a pitcher in the early 20th century. Alexander was known for his exceptional pitching skills and was one of the most dominant pitchers of his time. His record of 16 shutouts in a single season demonstrates his ability to completely shut down opposing teams and prevent them from scoring any runs.

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80. The oldest player to hit for the cycle was:

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Dave Winfield is the correct answer because he became the oldest player to hit for the cycle in Major League Baseball at the age of 39 years and 316 days on September 16, 1991. He achieved this feat while playing for the California Angels against the Kansas City Royals. Winfield's accomplishment showcases his skill and longevity in the sport, solidifying his place as one of the greatest players in baseball history.

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81. As of 2012, Besides Eric Gagne, the only other pitcher to record 2 50-save seasons is:

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Mariano Rivera is the correct answer because he is the only other pitcher, besides Eric Gagne, to have recorded two 50-save seasons. This means that in two separate seasons, Rivera was able to successfully save at least 50 games for his team. Dennis Eckersly, Krod, and John Smoltz have not achieved this feat.

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82. The pitcher to win the most ERA titles is:

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Lefty Grove is the correct answer because he won the most ERA titles among the given options. ERA stands for Earned Run Average, which is a measure of how many runs a pitcher allows per nine innings. Lefty Grove was known for his exceptional pitching skills and had a career ERA of 3.06. He won the ERA title nine times during his career, which is the most among the pitchers listed.

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83. Which player accomplished the highest batting average without reaching .400 in a season?

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Lefty O'Doul accomplished the highest batting average without reaching .400 in a season. This means that he had the highest average among the given players, but his average did not go above .400.

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84. Which Brooklyn Dodger once 'tripled into a triple play' (actually doubled into a double play, but three men ended up on third base  in any case).

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Babe Herman is the correct answer because he is known for a play in 1926 where he hit a line drive to right field that was caught by the outfielder. However, the baserunners were confused, and two of them ended up on third base at the same time. The opposing team tagged all three runners, resulting in a triple play. Although it was technically a double play, three men did end up on third base, making it a unique and memorable play.

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85. Since Bob Gibson's 1.12 ERA in 1968, the lowest ERA by a pitcher to qualify by for the ERA title has been by:   (Not counting Chris Medlin who may or may not finish 2012 lower)

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Dwight Gooden is the correct answer because he had a 1.53 ERA in 1985, which is the lowest ERA by a pitcher to qualify for the ERA title since Bob Gibson's 1.12 ERA in 1968.

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86. Johnny Vander Meer pitched two straight no-hitters of course. Which of these pitchers took a second straight no-hitter into the ninth inning before losing it with one out a decade later?

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Ewell Blackwell is the correct answer because he is the only pitcher listed who took a second straight no-hitter into the ninth inning before losing it with one out a decade later. The other pitchers listed did not achieve this feat.

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87. The record for total bases in one game by one player is:

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The correct answer is C. 19. This means that the record for total bases in one game by one player is 19.

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88. What was the last NL team to win three straight pennants?

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The St. Louis Cardinals were the last NL team to win three straight pennants. This means that they were able to win their league championship for three consecutive years. This achievement is significant because it shows the team's consistency and dominance in their league during that time period.

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89. The only pitcher to win the Rookie of the Year, MVP & CY Young Award is:

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Don Newcombe is the correct answer because he is the only pitcher in Major League Baseball history to have won the Rookie of the Year, Most Valuable Player (MVP), and Cy Young Award. Newcombe achieved this feat in 1956 when he played for the Brooklyn Dodgers. He had an outstanding season, leading the league in wins, strikeouts, and winning percentage. Newcombe's exceptional performance earned him these prestigious awards, making him the only pitcher to have accomplished this unique triple crown of accolades.

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90. Since you made it all the way through, just a simple true or false to wind things up.... True or false: Vince Coleman is the only man to steal 100 bases three times in the modern era.

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Rickey also did it three times. He's the greatest of all time after all ~ just ask him.

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91. Which of these oldtime ball fields had the original 'jurybox' sticking out in right field, which is now recreated in San Diego's Petco Park?

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Brave's Field had the original 'jurybox' sticking out in right field, which is now recreated in San Diego's Petco Park.

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92.  Which of these oldtime ballfields had a 25 foot high wall in rightfield covered in copper?

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The correct answer is A. Baker Bowl. The Baker Bowl was an oldtime ballfield that had a 25 foot high wall in rightfield covered in copper.

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93.  The 1970 AL MVP was:

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Boog Powell was named the 1970 AL MVP. This means that he was recognized as the most valuable player in the American League for that year.

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94. Who holds the rookie RBI record? (as of 2012)

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Ted Williams holds the rookie RBI record as of 2012. This means that he had the most runs batted in (RBI) in his rookie season compared to any other player.

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95. Which player in MLB history hit the most home runs without ever having a multi-homer game?

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Lou Pinella is the correct answer because he hit the most home runs in MLB history without ever having a multi-homer game. This means that throughout his career, Pinella consistently hit one home run at a time, never hitting more than one in a single game. This is a unique record and sets him apart from other players who have hit more home runs but have also had multi-homer games.

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96. Who was the first player to steal home seven times in a season?

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Pete Reiser was the first player to steal home seven times in a season.

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97. The record for doubles in a season is held by:

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Ducky Medwick holds the record for doubles in a season. This means that he hit the most doubles in a single season compared to the other options (Albert Belle, Hank Greenberg, and Tris Speaker).

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98. This Hall of Fame hitter began his career by pitching a shutout over Walter Johnson:

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George Sisler is the correct answer because he is known as a Hall of Fame hitter who also had a brief career as a pitcher. In his major league debut, he pitched a shutout against Walter Johnson, a highly regarded pitcher of the time. Sisler's success as a hitter overshadowed his pitching career, but this early accomplishment highlights his versatility as an athlete.

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99. During the greater portion of the first half of the 20th Century, MLB was played in this many cities:

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New York, Philadelphia, Chicago, St Louis, Boston, Cincinnatti, Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Detroit, Washington

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100. The highest batting average ever by a shortstop was acomplishesd by:

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Appling: .388 (1936)
Arod: .358
Nomar: .372
Arky: .385
Wagner: 7 titles, but just .355

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