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Quiz about The Wonderful World of Tony Gwynn Sr 19602014

The Wonderful World of Tony Gwynn, Sr. (1960-2014) Quiz

This quiz is the fourth in my "Wonderful World" series. This quiz is in loving memory of MLB Hall of Famer, Tony Gwynn, Sr. I hope you enjoy this quiz. The questions will mostly deal with his Major League career.

A multiple-choice quiz by Tony_TV_King. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
Tony_TV_King

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
368,222

Updated
Jul 23 22

# Qns
10

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7 / 10

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Question 1 of 10

1. In which U.S. state was Tony Gwynn born? Hint

California

North Carolina

Tennessee

Montana

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Question 2 of 10

2. Tony Gwynn, Sr. played his entire Major League career with only one team. On which National League team located in Southern California did he play?

Answer: (One Word .. franchise name only)

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Question 3 of 10

3. How many National League batting titles did Tony Gwynn win in his Major League career? Hint

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Question 4 of 10

4. During Tony Gwynn's 20 year career as a member of the Padres (1982-2001), the team never made it to the World Series.

True

False

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Question 5 of 10

5. During his time as a student as San Diego State University, Gwynn played two different sports. Which sport, other than baseball, did Gwynn play while in college? Hint

Basketball

Wrestling

Lacrosse

Football

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Question 6 of 10

6. When Gwynn made his first Major League appearance after being promoted from the Hawaii Islanders, which team were the Padres playing? Hint

Boston Red Sox

St. Louis Cardinals

Los Angeles Dodgers

Philadelphia Phillies

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Question 7 of 10

7. Off which former pitcher, famous for throwing several no-hitters in his career, did Gwynn get his 1000th career base hit? Hint

Kevin Milwood

Greg Maddux

Nolan Ryan

Roger Clemens

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Question 8 of 10

8. Tony Gwynn dubbed the area where he liked to hit the ball as the 5.5 hole. What is the most correct description of this area? Hint

directly over the second baseman's head

the area between centerfield and right field

the area between the shortstop and the third baseman

in between the pitchers' legs

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Question 9 of 10

9. When Gwynn was inducted into the 2007 class of the MLB Hall of Fame, he was inducted alongside Cal Ripken, Jr. Which statement below is true of both Cal Ripken, Jr. and Tony Gwynn, Sr.? Hint

They both hit 500 HRs in their career

They both played on American League teams

The two were bitter rivals and got into several fights on the field

They both played their entire careers with only one team

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Question 10 of 10

10. When Gwynn earned his final career hit on October 6, 2001, which team were the Padres playing? Hint

Cincinnati Reds

Atlanta Braves

Colorado Rockies

Montreal Expos

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In which U.S. state was Tony Gwynn born?

Answer: California

Tony Gwynn, Sr. was born on May 9, 1960 in Los Angeles, CA. He also died in Poway, California on June 16, 2014. Tony Gwynn was diagnosed with cancer of the salivary gland in 2010.

2. Tony Gwynn, Sr. played his entire Major League career with only one team. On which National League team located in Southern California did he play?

Answer: Padres

Gwynn played right field for the Padres from 1982-2001. Gwynn was born in California and attended high school at Long Beach Polytechnic High School. Following high school, Gwynn went to San Diego State University and then was drafted to the Padres in 1982. On June 16, 2014 Gwynn died in California meaning that his entire life was linked to the state in some way.

3. How many National League batting titles did Tony Gwynn win in his Major League career?

Answer: 8

Gwynn won the 1984, 1987-1989, and 1994-1997 National League batting titles. The eight batting titles ties Honus Wagner for 1st all-time.

4. During Tony Gwynn's 20 year career as a member of the Padres (1982-2001), the team never made it to the World Series.

Answer: False

The Padres won two National League Championships, one in 1984 and the other in 1998. After winning the 1984 NL title, the Padres faced the American League champion, Detroit Tigers where they lost the series in five games. In 1998, when the Padres won their second League Championship, their joy was short-lived, as they were swept by the New York Yankees in four games.

5. During his time as a student as San Diego State University, Gwynn played two different sports. Which sport, other than baseball, did Gwynn play while in college?

Answer: Basketball

Tony Gwynn, Sr. played both basketball and baseball. Gwynn was selected 58th overall in the 1981 Major League Baseball Draft. On the same day, Gwynn was drafted by the San Diego Clippers, of the National Basketball Association,in the 10th round of the 1981 NBA Draft. Gwynn chose to play baseball for San Diego, a decision he would not regret.

6. When Gwynn made his first Major League appearance after being promoted from the Hawaii Islanders, which team were the Padres playing?

Answer: Philadelphia Phillies

Gwynn made his Major League debut on July 19, 1982 against the Philadelphia Phillies where he started in center field. Gwynn got his first hit on the same day, in only his fourth professional at-bat.

7. Off which former pitcher, famous for throwing several no-hitters in his career, did Gwynn get his 1000th career base hit?

Answer: Nolan Ryan

Hit number 1000, came on April 22, 1988 in a game against the Houston Astros. The starting pitcher was Nolan Ryan, the legendary ace known for throwing seven no-hitters in his illustrious career. Tony Gwynn's lone base hit, in the game, helped to contribute to a very productive Padres win over the Astros.

8. Tony Gwynn dubbed the area where he liked to hit the ball as the 5.5 hole. What is the most correct description of this area?

Answer: the area between the shortstop and the third baseman

Major League Baseball represents each position with a number. The shortstop is represented by the number 6 and the third baseman by the number 5. Gwynn liked to put the ball right between third base and the shortstop, an area that he dubbed the "5.5 hole", which was a hard spot for the defense to field quickly and efficiently.

9. When Gwynn was inducted into the 2007 class of the MLB Hall of Fame, he was inducted alongside Cal Ripken, Jr. Which statement below is true of both Cal Ripken, Jr. and Tony Gwynn, Sr.?

Answer: They both played their entire careers with only one team

Tony Gwynn, Sr. was nicknamed "Mr. Padre" because he spent his entire career with the San Diego team. Cal Ripken, Jr. played his entire 21 year career with the Baltimore Orioles. Ripken, Jr. hit 431 Home Runs and Gwynn hit 135, so neither is a member of the 500 Home Run club.

The two played in different leagues, Gwynn played in the National League, while Ripken, Jr. played in the American League.

10. When Gwynn earned his final career hit on October 6, 2001, which team were the Padres playing?

Answer: Colorado Rockies

Gwynn's final hit, number 3,141 was a double. Gwynn hit the double off of Gabe White in the next to last game of the 2001 regular season. The hit also scored a run for the Padres, who routed the Rockies that day 10-4.

Source: Author Tony_TV_King

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