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Who won the American League Cy Young Award in 1992?
Dennis Eckersley. Pitcher Dennis Eckersley, a six-time All-Star, ended his 24-year MLB career with a record of 197-171 (48-41 as a reliever).
Which Kansas City Royal was named "Player of the Year" in 2000?
Mike Sweeney. 6' 3" Mike Sweeney, born in Orange County California on July 22, 1973, dedicates his time to various causes including Children's Mercy Hospital.
Which was the first team to win the World Series back-to-back?
Chicago Cubs. The Chicago Cubs won back-to-back World Series in 1907 and 1908.
Who did Joe Torre compare Robinson Cano to in 2005?
Rod Carew. Joe Torre took some heat over his 2005 comment about Robinson Cano, clarifying that he "reminded" him of Rod Carew.
What soft drink did Vladimir Guerrero help advertise in 2005?
Pepsi. Vladimir Guerrero was featured in Pepsi ads with Yankee third baseman Alex Rodriguez in 2005.
Which baseball pitcher won the 1990 National League Cy Young Award?
Doug Drabek. Doug Drabek was 23 years old when he broke into the big leagues, and has since played for the Yankees, the Pirates, the Astros, the White Sox, and the Orioles.
President George W. Bush was a part-owner of which professional baseball team?
Texas Rangers. George W. Bush was once part-owner of the Texas Rangers.
What is the original name of the video game publishing company that Curt Schilling started?
Green Monster Games. Curt Schilling is a big fan of gaming especially the board game Advanced Squad Leader.
Which of these played with the New York Yankees?
Andy Fox. Over his career, the Andy Fox played at least 10 games at every position on the diamond except catcher and pitcher.
Who played with his brother in Oakland before signing with the New York Yankees?
Jason Giambi. Former Oakland player Jason Giambi batted .274 in his first 28 games as a New York Yankee.
Where was the 2017 MLB All-star Game played?
Miami. The 2017 Major League Baseball All-Star Game was the 88th edition of the All Star Game, it was hosted by the Miami Marlins
What position did Don Mattingly originally play?
Outfield. Although Don Mattingly was a fantastic defensive first baseman his career began in the outfield.
Reggie Jackson's three home runs in the final game of the 1977 World Series were part of what streak?
Four Consecutive Home Runs. In the 1977 World Series, Reggie Jackson had five homers including one in his last Game 5 at bat and three to begin Game 6.
How many walks did Alex Rodriguez have in the 2004 season?
80. In 1998, Alex Rodriguez made "People's" "50 Most Beautiful People" list.
Where is the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum located?
Cooperstown, NY. The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum was created in 1935 to celebrate baseball's 100th anniversary.
Off which Oakland A's pitcher did Kirk Gibson hit his dramatic home run in the 1988 World Series?
Dennis Eckersley. Kirk Gibson hit a 2-out, 9th-inning home run off Oakland A Dennis Eckersley to give the Tigers a big win in Game 1 of the 1988 World Series.
In 1994, Ken Griffey, Jr. became only the 13th player to do what?
Hit 30 HR Before the All-Star Break. Ken Griffey, Jr. only hit 7 Home Runs after the All-Star Break in 1994, when he hit 33 before it.
What natural phenomenon occurred the 4th night of the 2004 MLB World Series?
Total Lunar Eclipse. During game 4 of the 2004 World Series, the final out occurred during the middle of a lunar eclipse.
Who was the MVP of the 2001 World Series between the Yankees and the Diamondbacks?
Curt Schilling And Randy Johnson. Longtime Yankee fan Billy Crystal is a part owner of the Arizona Diamondbacks.
Who won the National League Cy Young Award in 1993?
Greg Maddux. Hailing from San Angelo, Texas, Greg Maddux was paid $9 million by the Chicago Cubs for the 2006 season.
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