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1. Who managed Kansas City in the '80 series?
2. Who managed the Phillies in the '80 series?
3. Who did the Royals and Phillies play in their respective League Championship Series?
4. George Brett nearly hit .400 that year, finishing at .390, so he was a critical member of the Royals. But Brett nearly missed the series because of what ailment?
5. Kansas City's first baseman hit two home runs in Game 1 and two more in Game 4. His name was famous before this series but do you remember it?
6. Tug McGraw was Philadelphia's closer and posted a 1 and 1 record in the series, with two saves and a 1.17 ERA. Do you remember his given name?
7. U.L. Washington was Kansas City's shortstop in '80. What did U.L. keep in his mouth during games?
8. The Phillies finished third in the National League for team home runs with 117. How many did they hit in the '80 World Series?
9. Which Phillies southpaw posted a 2 and 0 record with a 2.40 ERA and 17 Ks in his two starts?
10. Who was MVP of the series?
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