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Tom Glavine pitched for which Major League Baseball team in 1991?
Atlanta Braves. Tom Glavine, born on Friday, March 25, 1966, in Concord, Massachusetts threw a complete-game victory over the Mets on June 15, 1993.
In the first game of the 1998 World Series, Tony Bennett sang what instead of the National Anthem?
America, The Beautiful. "Take Me Out To The Ball Game" is usually sung in between the 7th and 8th innings of a baseball game.
Who did the Braves beat to win their only World Series of the 1990's?
Indians. Tom Glavine was named World Series MVP for the Braves when they defeated the Indians.
Mike Scioscia be stepped down as manager of the Los Angeles Angels after how many years as manager?
19 Years. Mike Scioscia led the Angels to six division titles and won the 2002 World Series.
What actress was Vernon Wells' classmate in high school?
Mersing Nguyen. Vernon Wells and actress Mersing Nguyen both attended Bowie High School in Texas.
Who won the 2015 MLB Home Run Derby?
Todd Frazier. The 2015 Home Run Derby was held on July 13, 2015, at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati, Ohio.
In what country was MLB star Jose Altuve born?
Venezuela. Jose Altuve was born in Puerto Cabello, Venezuela.
What baseball player held the record for most RBIs in one season until 1998?
Hack Wilson. Hack Wilson held the record for the most RBIs in one season from 1930 until 1998.
In August 2014, who became the first player to have his number retired by the Colorado Rockies?
Todd Helton. Todd Helton was born August 20, 1973.
In the 1996 World Series who had 4 saves, 6 strike outs and gave up one earned run?
John Wetteland. The Yanks beat the Braves in the 1996 World Series.
Which baseball team once featured four 20-game winners?
1971 Baltimore Orioles. The 1971 Orioles pitcher's with 20 wins each were Dave McNally, Mike Cuellar, Jim Palmer and Pat Dobson.
Who was the starting shortstop for the American League in the 2017 All Star Game?
Carlos Correa. Carlos Correa was the first overall selection of the 2012 MLB draft.
Dave Parker played for which of these teams in 1978?
Pittsburgh Pirates. Dave Parker played his firs MLB game in 1973, and in the 1978 season hit 30 home runs.
In baseball, what is a perfect game?
No Batter Reaches Base. A perfect game must be both a no-hitter and a shutout, by definition.
Who was the National League Player of the Month for May 2018?
Scooter Gennett. In 2017, Scooter Gennett became the 17th player in MLB history to hit four home runs in a game.
Felix Hernandez led the AL in which category in 2010?
ERA. Felix Hernandez led the AL with a 2.27 ERA in 2010.
Which Milwaukee Brewer won the American League MVP Award twice?
Robin Yount. Milwaukee Brewers shortstop Robin Yount won the AL MVP award in 1982 and 1989.
Who was the last New York Yankee to wear number 23?
Don Mattingly. Don Mattingly won nine Gold Gloves during his baseball career; his number 23 was retired by the Yankees in 1997.
Boog Powell played for which of these teams in 1970?
Baltimore Orioles. Boog Powell played for the Orioles from September 26, 1961 to August 24, 1977.
Which pitcher won the National League Cy Young Award in 1995?
Greg Maddux. 1995 Cy Young Award winner Greg Maddux has over 300 career wins and 3,000 career strike-outs.
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