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Baseball's Spelling Bee Trivia Quiz

All multiple choice about the spelling of some Major League players. Have fun! :-)

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

Author
Nightmare

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
258,110

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
1237

Awards
Top 10% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. After being a fan favorite in Boston, Johnny signed with the Yankees as a free agent in 2006. How do you spell his name? Hint

Johnny Daman

Johnny Dahman

Johnny Damon

Johnny Damahn

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Question 2 of 10

2. Nicknamed the 'ignitor', this player provided his services for 15 of his 21 seasons with the Milwaukee Brewers. Who was this AL runner-up MVP in 1993? Hint

Paul Mollitor

Paul Maliter

Paul Molitor

Paul Moliter

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Question 3 of 10

3. Regardless if any substance issues were substantiated, this Oriole and Ranger retired with 569 home runs. Who is this that retired in 2005? Hint

Rafael Palmiero

Rafael Palmero

Rafael Palmearo

Rafael Palmeiro

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Question 4 of 10

4. This catcher had a dismal career in his short time, and he made fun of it and himself which made him famous. He later went into broadcasting. Who is it? Hint

Bob Uecker

Bob Eucker

Bob Ucker

Bob Uckuer

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which pitcher won the Cy Young and Triple Crown as a Minnesota Twin in 2006? Hint

Johann Santanna

Johan Santana

Johann Santana

Johan Stantana

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Question 6 of 10

6. Which Hall of Fame infielder won the 1984 NL MVP as a Chicago Cub? Hint

Ryan Sandberg

Ryne Sandberg

Ryne Sandburg

Ryan Sandburg

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Question 7 of 10

7. This Astro and Padre admitted to using performance enhancing drugs after he retired in 2001. He died in 2004. Who was this 1996 NL MVP? Hint

Ken Caminetti

Ken Caminniti

Ken Cameniti

Ken Caminiti

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Question 8 of 10

8. This umpire was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1999. What is the correct spelling of his name? Hint

Nester Shylek

Nester Shylok

Nestor Chylak

Nestor Chylek

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Question 9 of 10

9. In 1990, the Pittsburgh Pirates had the NL MVP in Barry Bonds, and also had the NL Cy Young winner. Who was it? Hint

Doug Draebek

Doug Drabak

Doug Drabeck

Doug Drabek

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Question 10 of 10

10. This utility player moved around to eight teams in 12 seasons. He was the 1996 NL Rookie of the Year with the Dodgers. Who was this .273 career hitter that retired in 2006? Hint

Todd Hollandsworth

Todd Hollingsweurth

Todd Hollingsworth

Todd Hollandswurth

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. After being a fan favorite in Boston, Johnny signed with the Yankees as a free agent in 2006. How do you spell his name?

Answer: Johnny Damon

After hitting 10 home runs for the Red Sox in 2005, Damon hit 24 for the Yankees in 2006.

2. Nicknamed the 'ignitor', this player provided his services for 15 of his 21 seasons with the Milwaukee Brewers. Who was this AL runner-up MVP in 1993?

Answer: Paul Molitor

Paul played for the Brewers from 1978-1992. In his first season with Toronto in 1993, he was runner-up for the MVP to Frank Thomas of the White Sox. The Blue Jays won the World Series in 1993.

3. Regardless if any substance issues were substantiated, this Oriole and Ranger retired with 569 home runs. Who is this that retired in 2005?

Answer: Rafael Palmeiro

Rafael began his career as a Chicago Cub in 1986. He found himself in a Ranger uniform in 1989, an Oriole in 1994, then again as a Ranger in 1999. He retired as an Oriole in 2005.

4. This catcher had a dismal career in his short time, and he made fun of it and himself which made him famous. He later went into broadcasting. Who is it?

Answer: Bob Uecker

Uecker played for six seasons, all as a backup catcher. His career average was .200 and he hit 14 home runs. He also co-starred in the movie, "Major League".

5. Which pitcher won the Cy Young and Triple Crown as a Minnesota Twin in 2006?

Answer: Johan Santana

Santana was in his seventh season with the Twins when he won the Cy Young and Triple Crown in 2006. He also won the Cy Young award in 2004.

6. Which Hall of Fame infielder won the 1984 NL MVP as a Chicago Cub?

Answer: Ryne Sandberg

Sandberg was a rookie Phillie in 1981, then went to the Cubs for the remainder of his 16-season career. He won his MVP over Keith Hernandez and Tony Gwynn.

7. This Astro and Padre admitted to using performance enhancing drugs after he retired in 2001. He died in 2004. Who was this 1996 NL MVP?

Answer: Ken Caminiti

In 15 seasons, Ken hit only 239 home runs, but had consistent numbers across the board. He later admitted to taking steroids during his MVP season. His 1996 MVP was won over Mike Piazza of the Dodgers.

8. This umpire was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1999. What is the correct spelling of his name?

Answer: Nestor Chylak

Chylak was an American League umpire in the 1960s and 1970s. He umpired game four of the 1966 World Series, which was Sandy Koufax's final game of his career. Nestor died of a heart attack in 1982 at the age of 59.

9. In 1990, the Pittsburgh Pirates had the NL MVP in Barry Bonds, and also had the NL Cy Young winner. Who was it?

Answer: Doug Drabek

Drabek pitched for 13 seasons after starting his career as a Met in 1986. Although winning the Cy Young in 1990, he didn't make the all-star team that season. He won the award over Ramon Martinez of the Dodgers.

10. This utility player moved around to eight teams in 12 seasons. He was the 1996 NL Rookie of the Year with the Dodgers. Who was this .273 career hitter that retired in 2006?

Answer: Todd Hollandsworth

Hollandsworth played for the Dodgers, Rockies, Rangers, Marlins, Cubs, Braves, Indians, and Reds. Todd was primarily an outfielder but did play the infield. His rookie award was won over the Marlins' Edgar Renteria in close balloting.

Source: Author Nightmare

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