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San Diego Padres #2 Trivia Quiz

This is a quiz all about the history of the San Diego Padres organization. It is a follow-up to my original Padres quiz. Unlike the first one, players might find this quiz a bit more easy but still challenging. Faithful Padres fans should do well.

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

Author
vpham

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
181,295

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
498

Last 3 plays: Guest 172 (5/10), Guest 72 (8/10), Guest 70 (8/10).

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Question 1 of 10

1. The San Diego Padres were awarded a National League franchise back in May 27, 1968. On October 14, 1968, the Padres selected 30 players in an expansion draft. Who was the first ever player that they selected? Hint

Clay Kirby

Steve Arlin

Nate Colbert

Ollie Brown

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which of these Padres events, did not occur in 1972? Hint

Dock Ellis throws a no-hitter against the Padres at San Diego Stadium

Nate Colbert hits five home runs during a double-header

Steve Arlin comes up one out short of throwing a no-hitter

Milt Pappas no-hits the Padres at Wrigley Field

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Question 3 of 10

3. In 1976, who won the Padres' first Cy Young Award? Hint

Gaylord Perry

Randy Jones

Butch Metzger

Rollie Fingers

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Question 4 of 10

4. In 1980, the Padres had 3 players who stole over 50 bases that year. Which of the following was not one of them? Hint

Ozzie Smith

Gene Richards

Steve Garvey

Jerry Mumphrey

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Question 5 of 10

5. On July 19, 1982, Mr. Padre, Tony Gwynn made his major league debut. Also that day, he got the first two hits of his career, there would be many more to come. Who was the opponent that night? Hint

Philadelphia Phillies

Oakland Athletics

California Angels

Montreal Expos

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Question 6 of 10

6. In 1991, the Padres' Fred McGriff became the 4th player in NL history to accomplish what? Hint

Hit Grand Slams on back-to-back games

Come late to a game after a scheduled court date

Win the Triple Crown in baseball

Hit an Inside-the-Park Home Run

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Question 7 of 10

7. In the 1998 post-season, what two NL teams did the Padres get past before meeting the Yankees in the World Series? Hint

Los Angeles Dodgers and Pittsburgh Pirates

Chicago Cubs and Atlanta Braves

Houston Astros and Atlanta Braves

San Francisco Giants and Houston Astros

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Question 8 of 10

8. On his final at-bat of the 1998 regular-season, what player became the first Padre to hit 50 home runs in a season, and the 28th player in Major League history to hit 50 or more home runs in a season? Hint

Steve Finley

Ken Caminiti

Greg Vaughn

Wally Joyner

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Question 9 of 10

9. The morning of February 15, 2002, one day before all Padre players were to report to Spring Training, a horrific tragedy occured when 25 year old outfielder Mike Darr was killed. What was the cause of his death? Hint

Murder

Plane crash

Car crash

Starvation

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Question 10 of 10

10. The San Diego Padres opened its doors to a brand new ballpark in 2004. Leaving behind 35 years of memorable moments at San Diego, Jack Murphy, and Qualcomm Stadium. What did they name their new home? Hint

New Balance Arena

Petco Park

Kirkland Signature Stadium

Root Beer Ballpark

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

Answer: Ollie Brown

After being awarded a baseball frachise during an owners meeting in Chicago, Ollie Brown was the first of thirty players that San Diego took in the 1969 expansion draft. Nicknamed "Downtown" Brown for his long home runs as a minor leaguer, Ollie hit 20 homers with a .264 batting average in his first season as a Padre.

2. Which of these Padres events, did not occur in 1972?

Answer: Dock Ellis throws a no-hitter against the Padres at San Diego Stadium

Dock Ellis' no-hitter acually came two years earlier in 1970. It was the only no-hitter thrown at San Diego Stadium.

3. In 1976, who won the Padres' first Cy Young Award?

Answer: Randy Jones

Randy Jones won the Cy Young Award after an inspiring 22-14 record. Also that year, he lead the Padres in wins (22), innings pitched (315 1/3), and complete games (25).

4. In 1980, the Padres had 3 players who stole over 50 bases that year. Which of the following was not one of them?

Answer: Steve Garvey

The Pads made history in 1980, becoming the first N.L. team to have three 50 stolen-base men. Gene Richards stole 61, Ozzie Smith stole 57, and Jerry Mumphrey stole 52. Steve Garvey only dtolr six bags that year.

5. On July 19, 1982, Mr. Padre, Tony Gwynn made his major league debut. Also that day, he got the first two hits of his career, there would be many more to come. Who was the opponent that night?

Answer: Philadelphia Phillies

Tony Gwynn's first major-league hit was a double on a 1-2 pitch curveball off of the Phillies' Sid Monge at Jack Murphy Staduim. He would go on to finish the year with a .289 batting average. It would turn out to be the only year of his 20 years where he had a sub - .300 batting average.

6. In 1991, the Padres' Fred McGriff became the 4th player in NL history to accomplish what?

Answer: Hit Grand Slams on back-to-back games

The "Crime Dog" finished the season with a team-leading 31 home runs and 106 RBI's.

7. In the 1998 post-season, what two NL teams did the Padres get past before meeting the Yankees in the World Series?

Answer: Houston Astros and Atlanta Braves

The 1998 season was what some people called the Padres' best year in the 20th Century. The team finished with a 98-64 record, first in the National League West.

Answer: Greg Vaughn

1998 was perhaps Greg Vaughn's best season as a pro. Along with 50 home runs, Vaughn also posted a .362 OBP and a .597 SLG percentage in 573 at-bats.

Answer: Car crash

Darr's death was mainly because he was drinking earlier that morning and worst, was not even wearing a seat belt while he was driving his sports utility vehicle on a Phoenix highway. Michael Curtis Darr tragically died at the age of twenty-five.

Answer: Petco Park

Petco Park was built downtown was breath-taking views of the Bay, the downtown skyline, and the Coronado Bridge all within viewing distance. The most notable feature of Petco Park is the historic Western Metal Supply Co. building which was incorperated into the ballpark by the left field foul pole. Petco Park can hold approximately 42,500 fans.

Not only is it smaller and less crowded than Qualcomm Stadium, it is also built much closer to the field so fans can get an in-depth and unique view of all the action the game offers. Petco Park will be an attractive, comfortable, and efficient park for everyone to experience.

Source: Author vpham

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