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The 1962 Mets Trivia Quiz

These are questions about the inaugural season of the New York Mets.

A multiple-choice quiz by EricVG16. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
EricVG16

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
292,958

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
512

Awards
Top 20% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. Who gave up the first run in Mets history? Hint

Roger Craig

Jay Hook

Tug McGraw

Nolan Ryan

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Question 2 of 10

2. For the Mets, who got the first hit in their history? Hint

Gus Bell

Felix Mantilla

Richie Ashburn

Hobie Landrith

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Question 3 of 10

3. What team was the only team not to have a winning record against the Mets in 1962? Hint

Los Angeles Dodgers

Houston Astros

Chicago Cubs

Pittsburgh Pirates

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Question 4 of 10

4. Noted for his not-too-bright demeanor, who was a part-time catcher for the Mets in 1962? Hint

Chris Cannizzaro

Harry Chiti

Jesse Gonder

Choo-Choo Coleman

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which future Hall of Famer played 135 games for the Mets in the season? Hint

Duke Snider

Richie Ashburn

Gil Hodges

Tom Seaver

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Question 6 of 10

6. Who managed the Mets during their inaugural season? Hint

Wes Westrum

Bobby Bragan

Dick Williams

Casey Stengel

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Question 7 of 10

7. Who picked up the first win in New York Mets history? Hint

Herb Moford

Craig Anderson

Roger Craig

Jay Hook

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Question 8 of 10

8. How many losses did the Mets have before picking up their first-ever win at home? Hint

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Question 9 of 10

9. Who hit the first home run in Mets history? Hint

Jerry Grote

Charlie Neal

Gil Hodges

Frank Thomas

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Question 10 of 10

10. Who led the Mets in home runs in 1962? Hint

Gil Hodges

Ed Kranepool

Marv Throneberry

Frank Thomas

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Who gave up the first run in Mets history?

Answer: Roger Craig

Craig was the starting pitcher for the Mets against the St. Louis Cardinals on April 11, 1962. They lost, 11-4.

2. For the Mets, who got the first hit in their history?

Answer: Gus Bell

With one out in the 2nd inning, right fielder Gus Bell singled on a line drive to Cardinals centerfielder Curt Flood on April 11.

3. What team was the only team not to have a winning record against the Mets in 1962?

Answer: Chicago Cubs

The Cubs had a record of 9-9 for an even .500 mark.

4. Noted for his not-too-bright demeanor, who was a part-time catcher for the Mets in 1962?

Answer: Choo-Choo Coleman

Coleman played sparingly for the Mets in 1962, batting .250 in 55 games.

5. Which future Hall of Famer played 135 games for the Mets in the season?

Answer: Richie Ashburn

In the final season of his career, Ashburn hit .306 with seven home runs and 28 runs batted in.

6. Who managed the Mets during their inaugural season?

Answer: Casey Stengel

Stengel managed from 1962-1965 before breaking his hip, forcing him to retire. Westrum was his replacement.

7. Who picked up the first win in New York Mets history?

Answer: Jay Hook

After losing nine games to start the season, Jay Hook picked up the first win with a 9-1 victory over the Pirates at Forbes Field in Pittsburgh on April 23.

8. How many losses did the Mets have before picking up their first-ever win at home?

Answer: 12

Roger Craig beat Philadelphia on April 28 to give the Mets an 8-6 win and their first-ever win at home, improving their record to 2-12. They started 0-9 before beating the Pirates in Forbes Field for their first win in team history.

9. Who hit the first home run in Mets history?

Answer: Gil Hodges

Hodges, who would later manage the Amazing Mets to the 1969 World Series championship, hit a 4th inning home run off Cardinal pitcher Larry Jackson on April 11, at Busch Stadium.

10. Who led the Mets in home runs in 1962?

Answer: Frank Thomas

Thomas, who bears no relation to the Frank Thomas who hit over 500 home runs, hit 34 home runs to lead the team.

Source: Author EricVG16

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