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Show SpecialFeatures Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2009 FOLIO LINE Page 11 FOLIO LINE M c C l a t c h y - Tr i b u n e Who hit a game-winning home run for the 23 Minnesota Twins in Game 6 of the 1991 World Series? A. Kirby Puckett B. Kent Hrbek C. Harmon Killebrew D. Tony Oliva Willie Mays made his famous “back to home 24 plate” catch in center field in the Take a swing at this World Series trivia quiz BY SARA CLARKE, MCCLATCHY-TRIBUNE NEWSCOM/MCT Ted Williams It’s fall, and that means one thing to baseball fans: The World Series is coming. The World Series serves as the end of another season of the quintessential summer game that is America’s favorite pastime. This best-of-seven affair is also known as the Fall Classic — and for good reason. It’s steeped in tradition and is known for many a memorable moment. Whether it’s Don Larsen’s perfect game, Babe Ruth calling his shot, Bill Wambsganss’ unassisted triple play, Carlton Fisk waving his home run fair or Kirk Gibson’s walk-off homer, everyone has a favorite memory. The World Series defines some teams, whether for better or for worse. It’s also the highlight of some players’ careers — after all, former Yankee He hit three home runs in a World Series game. 1Carlton Fisk A. B. Reggie Jackson C. Pete Rose D. Ted Williams The first modern World Series was set up as a series of how 2 many games? A. 11 B. Five C. Three D. Nine In what stadium famous as a venue for football and the 3 Olympics did the Dodgers play their home games in the 1959 World Series? A. Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum B. Rose Bowl C. San Diego Jack Murphy Stadium D. Candlestick Park What was the first year that a Canadian 13 team won the World Series? A. 1948, Montreal Royals B. 1962, Ottawa Senators C. 1990, Montreal Expos D. 1992, Toronto Blue Jays Before the Philadelphia 5 Phillies won the Why was the 1994 World Series canceled? 14 Stadium collapse World Series in 2008, when was the last time the team won the title? A. 1950 B. 1977 C. 1980 D. 1993 A. B. Players’ strike C. War D. Solar eclipse Since 1903, how many times have both teams in 15 the World Series been from New In the 1932 World Series, 6 Babe Ruth “called his shot” and then homered in this ballpark. A. Shibe Park B. Yankee Stadium C. Fenway Park D. Wrigley Field HBO/MCT Babe Ruth What Baltimore Orioles defensive wizard was the MVP of 7 the 1970 World Series? A. Mark Belanger B. Luis Aparicio C. Brooks Robinson D. Paul Blair Reggie Jackson wasn’t called Mr. October for nothing. The first modern World Series was played in 1903 and featured baseball greats Cy Young and Honus Wagner. That series, and its fans, set the tone for what was to come: the annual fall event that has fans clamoring for a spot to watch the games — whether in front of a big-screen TV or at the ballpark via a highly sought-after ticket. The Fall Classic has seen many changes during its storied history: Games broadcast on radio and then TV; the addition of the league championship series and “wild card” teams; and steeper ticket prices. But there’s one thing that hasn’t changed: The World Series is still about players on two teams competing for the right, if just for a year, to call themselves world champions — the best in baseball. The Fall Classic is on the horizon, with all its glory. And whether you epitomize the term “fanatic” or are more of a casual fan, you can test your knowledge of World Series history with this trivia test. ANSWERS: 1. B; 2. D; 3. A; 4. A; 5. C; 6. D; 7. C; 8. A; 9. D; 10. D; 11. A; 12. C; 13. D; 14. B; 15. D; 16. B; 17. B; 18. A; 19. C; 20. D. Extra credit: 1972-74; 21. A; 22. A; 23. A; 24. D; 25. B; 26. C; 27. C; 28. C; 29. D; 30. C. (The final score of game 2 between the Giants and the Yankees was 3-3.) He was the Most Valuable Player of the 1998 World 4 Series (New York Yankees vs. San Diego Padres). A. Scott Brosius B. John Wetteland C. Tony Gwynn D. Sterling Hitchcock York? A. 6 B. 7 C. 12 D. 14 16 In 1981, Ron Cey, Pedro Guerrero and Steve Yeager of the Los Angeles Dodgers split the World Series MVP award. In what other year did the World Series feature multiple MVP winners? A. 1955 B. 2001 C. 1966 D. 1989 17 Series. This domed stadium has played host to the World A. Hoosier Dome (now the RCA Dome) B. Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome C. Louisiana Superdome D. All of the above This Milwaukee 18 Braves pitcher won games 2, 5 and 7 in the 1957 World Series. A. Lew Burdette B. Warren Spahn C. Johnny Sain D. Bob Buhl 19 This pitcher most recently notched both a win as a starter and a save as a reliever in the same World Series. A. Kevin Brown,1998 Padres B. Roger Clemens, 2002 Yankees C. Randy Johnson, 2001 Diamondbacks D. No one; this feat has never been accomplished. The Yankees are the team that most recently won 20 three consecutive World Series. Prior to that, this was the last team to win three consecutive World Series. Extra credit (one point): Name the years the team won. A. Los Angeles Dodgers B. Brooklyn Dodgers C. Philadelphia Athletics D. Oakland Athletics What year did Ted Williams and Stan 21 Musial play in the same World Series? A. 1946 B. 1948 C. 1951 D. 1954 In which game did Los Angeles’ 22 Kirk Gibson hit a gamewinning home run in the 1988 World Series? A. Game 1 B. Game 3 C. Game 6 D. Game 7 Randy Johnson P R N E W S F OTO What team, led by Lou Piniella, upset the Oakland 8 Athletics to win the 1990 World CHICAGO TRIBUNE/MCT Mickey Mantle Don Larsen’s perfect game vs. the Dodgers in 1956 25 was saved by a backhanded, all-out running catch by this New York Yankee. A. Duke Snider B. Mickey Mantle C. Yogi Berra D. Billy Martin What Detroit Tigers pitcher defeated Bob Gibson in 26 Game 7 of the 1968 World Series? A. Denny McLain B. Frank Lary C. Mickey Lolich D. Jack Morris What New York Yankees pitcher lost three games in 27 the 1981 World Series? A. Ralph Terry B. Ed Figueroa C. George Frazier D. Luis Arroyo What team did Sandy Koufax defeat 2-0 in 28 Game 7 of the 1965 World Series? A. Boston Red Sox B. Kansas City Royals C. Minnesota Twins D. New York Yankees The Arizona Diamondbacks and Tampa 29 Bay Rays became Major League Baseball teams in 1998. Between them, how many World Series games have they won? A. 0 B. 7 C. 3 D. 5 30 game? Which all-New York World Series featured a tie A. 1911 B. 1919 C. 1922 D. 1929 SCORING Series? A. Cincinnati Reds B. New York Yankees C. New York Mets D. St. Louis Cardinals ■ 0-9: Minor Leaguer. You’ve got potential, but it’s time to start paying more attention to your coach as you round third base. Be sure to read those scouting reports whenever possible. Remember, the best players are those who appreciate the history of the game. See you in the Arizona Instructional League. ■ 10-19: Rookie. You haven’t landed that big contract yet. Just watch and learn from the veterans — they’ll steer you in the right direction. Perhaps you couldn’t make up your mind and got caught in a run-down, or maybe it was a simple as a balk or a couple of wild pitches. That’s why there’s always next year. See you in spring training. ■ 20-29: All-Star. You might snag a few votes for MVP, but there’s still room for improvement. Just look at Albert Pujols: The best keep making themselves better. With a good regime of off-season conditioning, maybe you can avoid that fade down the stretch next year. See you in October, if you’re lucky. ■ 30: Mr. October. See you in the Hall of Fame. What team did Tug McGraw lead to a World Series victory 9 in 1980? A. Oakland Athletics B. New York Mets C. Toronto Blue Jays D. Philadelphia Phillies Game 2 of the 1989 World Series was postponed due 10 to what event? A. Tsunami B. Hail storm C. Massive electrical failure D. Earthquake Who scored the winning run in Game 6 of the 1986 11 World Series when the ball went through Bill Buckner’s legs? A. Ray Knight B. Gary Carter C. Mookie Wilson D. Keith Hernandez In what city was the first modern World Series game 12 played? A. Cincinnati B. New York C. Boston D. St. Louis Polo Grounds in 1954 against what Cleveland Indians batter? A. Al Rosen B. Bobby Avila C. George Strickland D. Vic Wertz J E R RY L O D R I G U S S / P H I L A D E L P H I A I N Q U I R E R / M C T The Philadelphia Phillies celebrate their 2008 World Series title at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia. S O U R C E S : W W W. W O R L D S E R I E S . C O M , “ TOTA L B A S E B A L L : T H E U LT I M AT E B A S E B A L L ENCYCLOPEDIA” BY JOHN THORN ET AL., C U R T I S K . S M I T H A N D S T E V E M I TO R I |