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That Was Really The Last Team They Played For Quiz

Famous stars and their final teams

Many famous sports stars are known for playing for certain teams, but many ended the careers with teams you might not know they played for.

A multiple-choice quiz by SgtHorse. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
SgtHorse

Time
3 mins

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Multiple Choice

Quiz #
415,060

Updated
Jan 11 24

# Qns
10

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Question 1 of 10

1. Babe Ruth is famous for playing with the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees, but in his final season on what team did he suit up for? Hint

New York Giants

St. Louis Browns

Boston Braves

Washington Senators

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Question 2 of 10

2. Hank Aaron spent the majority of his career with the Braves, but on what American League team did he spend his last two seasons, mainly as a designated hitter? Hint

Milwaukee Brewers

Seattle Mariners

Toronto Blue Jays

Minnesota Twins

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Question 3 of 10

3. Ty Cobb is one of the greatest hitters of all time and spent 22 years with the Detroit Tigers, but for what team did he spend the last two years of his career? Hint

Washington Senators

Cleveland Indians

Philadelphia Athletics

Cincinnati Reds

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Question 4 of 10

4. Johnny Unitas played the majority of his Hall of Fame career with the Baltimore Colts, but for what west coast team did he play the final season of his career? Hint

Seattle Seahawks

Los Angeles Rams

San Diego Chargers

San Francisco 49ers

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Question 5 of 10

5. Joe Namath is one of the New York Jets most recognized players and led them to an upset victory in Super Bowl III, but for what NFL franchise did he play his final season of football for? Hint

Oakland Raiders

Los Angeles Rams

St. Louis Cardinals

Denver Broncos

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Question 6 of 10

6. Although known for much more infamous reasons now, O.J. Simpson had a stellar playing career with the Buffalo Bills. At what NFL team did he end his playing career? Hint

San Francisco 49ers

Houston Oilers

Kansas City Chiefs

San Diego Chargers

7. Wayne Gretzky finished his career as the greatest goal scorer of all time while playing the majority of his career with the Edmonton Oilers and Los Angeles Kings. Do you know what team he ended his playing career with? Hint

New York Islanders

Toronto Maple Leafs

St. Louis Blues

New York Rangers

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Question 8 of 10

8. Gordie Howe is one of the greatest hockey players of all time and had an extremely long career, which began in 1946 and did not end for good until 1980. On what team did he play his final season in 1979-80? Hint

Buffalo Sabres

Houston Aeros

Hartford Whalers

Detroit Red Wings

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Question 9 of 10

9. Michael Jordan won six NBA Titles as a member of the Chicago Bulls, but for what team did he play the last two seasons of his historic career? Hint

Charlotte Bobcats

Orlando Magic

Miami Heat

Washington Wizards

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Question 10 of 10

10. Hakeem Olajuwon is one of the best centers to ever play in the NBA. He led the Houston Rockets to two NBA Titles, but from what team did he retire as a player? Hint

Vancouver Grizzlies

New Jersey Nets

Cleveland Cavaliers

Toronto Raptors

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Babe Ruth is famous for playing with the Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees, but in his final season on what team did he suit up for?

Answer: Boston Braves

He played for the Red Sox from 1914 to 1919 and the Yankees from 1920 to 1934. He was then traded to the Braves in February of 1935. He would retire in June of 1935 having batted only .181 with 6 home runs.

2. Hank Aaron spent the majority of his career with the Braves, but on what American League team did he spend his last two seasons, mainly as a designated hitter?

Answer: Milwaukee Brewers

Hank Aaron played for the Milwaukee/Atlanta Braves from 1954 to 1974. At the end of the 1974 season Aaron requested a trade to the Milwaukee Brewers. He retired at the end of the 1976 season.

3. Ty Cobb is one of the greatest hitters of all time and spent 22 years with the Detroit Tigers, but for what team did he spend the last two years of his career?

Answer: Philadelphia Athletics

Ty Cobb played for the Tigers from 1905 to 1926. Cobb initially retired after the 1926 season due to allegations of game-fixing. Once cleared of the allegations by Baseball Commissioner Landis in January of 1927, Cobb was declared a free agent and signed with the Philadelphia A's. He retired at the end of the 1928 season.

4. Johnny Unitas played the majority of his Hall of Fame career with the Baltimore Colts, but for what west coast team did he play the final season of his career?

Answer: San Diego Chargers

Unitas was originally drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1955 but released before the season. He was signed by the Baltimore Colts in 1956 and played for them until 1972. Unitas went 1-3 as the Chargers starting quarterback in 1973 and was replaced as the starter by another future Hall of Famer, Dan Fouts.

5. Joe Namath is one of the New York Jets most recognized players and led them to an upset victory in Super Bowl III, but for what NFL franchise did he play his final season of football for?

Answer: Los Angeles Rams

Namath was selected 1st overall in the 1965 AFL Draft by the New York Jets and would play with them until 1976. Super Bowl III (played in January 1969), saw the NY Jets defeat the Baltimore Colts 16-7. Namath was waived by the Jets prior to the 1977 season and signed with the L.A. Rams. He went 2-2 as the Rams starter before being benched and retired at the end of the season.

6. Although known for much more infamous reasons now, O.J. Simpson had a stellar playing career with the Buffalo Bills. At what NFL team did he end his playing career?

Answer: San Francisco 49ers

After winning the 1968 Heisman Trophy, Simpson was drafted 1st overall by the Buffalo Bills in the 1969 draft and would play for the Bills through the 1977 season. Simpson was traded to his hometown team, the 49ers, prior to the 1978 season and retired after the 1979 season.

Answer: New York Rangers

Gretzky was originally signed by the Indianapolis Racers of the World Hockey Association, but only played in 8 games for them before being sold to the Edmonton Oilers due to the Racers financial difficulties. He would play for the Oilers from 1978-1988, the LA Kings from 1988-1996 and the St. Louis Blues for part of the 96 season. Gretzky played the final three seasons of his professional career with the New York Rangers (1996-1999).

Answer: Hartford Whalers

Gordie Howe played for the Detroit Red Wings from 1946 to 1971. After wrist surgery he came out of retirement to play for the WHA Houston Aeros from 1973-77 and the New England/Hartford Whalers from 1977-80. Howe turned 52 in his final season and posted 15 goals and 26 assists.

9. Michael Jordan won six NBA Titles as a member of the Chicago Bulls, but for what team did he play the last two seasons of his historic career?

Answer: Washington Wizards

Jordan played for the Chicago Bulls from 1984-1995, before his first retirement, surprising the sports world by playing minor league baseball for the Chicago White Sox. He again played for the Bulls from 1995-1998. Coming out of retirement for a second time, Jordan played two seasons for the Wizards (2001-2003), which he was part owner and president of basketball operations.

10. Hakeem Olajuwon is one of the best centers to ever play in the NBA. He led the Houston Rockets to two NBA Titles, but from what team did he retire as a player?

Answer: Toronto Raptors

Olajuwon declared for the NBA Draft early and was drafted 1st overall by the Houston Rockets in 1984. He would play for the Rockets through the 2000-01 season. Olajuwon was traded to the Raptors in 2001 where he played his final season, retiring as the all time leader in blocked shots.

Source: Author SgtHorse

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