Ready for another round of baseball trivia? This time, we’re diving into some lesser-known facts, quirky records, and unique aspects of the game that weren’t covered in the first quiz. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or just love a good challenge, this quiz will test your knowledge in new and exciting ways. Let’s see if you can knock it out of the park!
Round 1: History and Oddities
- What year was the first World Series played?
- A) 1903
- B) 1912
- C) 1898
- D) 1920
- Which MLB team was the first to wear numbers on their jerseys?
- A) New York Yankees
- B) Cleveland Indians
- C) Chicago Cubs
- D) Boston Red Sox
- What was the original name of the New York Yankees?
- A) New York Highlanders
- B) New York Giants
- C) New York Knickerbockers
- D) New York Americans
- Who was the first African American player in MLB?
- A) Jackie Robinson
- B) Satchel Paige
- C) Moses Fleetwood Walker
- D) Larry Doby
Round 2: Rules and Gameplay
- What is the maximum number of pitches a batter can face in a single at-bat without hitting the ball into play?
- A) 6
- B) 8
- C) Unlimited
- D) 10
- What is a “balk” in baseball?
- A) When a pitcher throws a wild pitch
- B) When a pitcher makes an illegal motion on the mound
- C) When a batter swings and misses three times
- D) When a runner leaves the base too early
- What is the rarest type of triple play?
- A) Unassisted triple play
- B) Around-the-horn triple play
- C) Fly ball triple play
- D) Force-out triple play
- What is the term for a batter who strikes out five times in a single game?
- A) Golden Sombrero
- B) Platinum Sombrero
- C) Diamond Hat
- D) Silver Cap
Round 3: Player Records and Achievements
- Who was the youngest player to ever play in an MLB game?
- A) Joe Nuxhall
- B) Al Kaline
- C) Bob Feller
- D) Mel Ott
- Which player hit the longest home run ever recorded in MLB history?
- A) Mickey Mantle
- B) Babe Ruth
- C) Giancarlo Stanton
- D) Joey Meyer
- Who is the only pitcher to throw a perfect game in the World Series?
- A) Don Larsen
- B) Sandy Koufax
- C) Cy Young
- D) Randy Johnson
- Which player holds the record for the most consecutive games played?
- A) Lou Gehrig
- B) Cal Ripken Jr.
- C) Pete Rose
- D) Derek Jeter
Round 4: Trivia and Fun Facts
- What is the only MLB team to never play in a World Series?
- A) Seattle Mariners
- B) Colorado Rockies
- C) Tampa Bay Rays
- D) San Diego Padres
- What is the name of the MLB mascot who is a giant green creature with a long snout?
- A) The Phillie Phanatic
- B) Mr. Met
- C) The Swinging Friar
- D) Bernie Brewer
- Which MLB stadium has a swimming pool in the outfield?
- A) Chase Field (Arizona Diamondbacks)
- B) Tropicana Field (Tampa Bay Rays)
- C) Oracle Park (San Francisco Giants)
- D) Minute Maid Park (Houston Astros)
- What is the record for the longest game in MLB history (by innings)?
- A) 22 innings
- B) 26 innings
- C) 30 innings
- D) 24 innings
Round 5: Advanced Baseball Knowledge
- What is the “dead-ball era” in baseball?
- A) A period when home runs were rare due to the quality of baseballs
- B) A time when games were played without gloves
- C) A period when pitchers dominated due to rule changes
- D) A time when baseball was banned during World War I
- What is the significance of the number 42 in baseball?
- A) It’s the number of games in a playoff series
- B) It’s the number of players on a team roster
- C) It’s the jersey number retired across all MLB teams in honor of Jackie Robinson
- D) It’s the number of innings in a doubleheader
- What is a “knuckleball”?
- A) A pitch thrown with no spin, causing erratic movement
- B) A pitch thrown with the knuckles instead of fingers
- C) A pitch that curves sharply to the left
- D) A pitch that bounces before reaching the batter
- What is the “hot corner” in baseball?
- A) Third base
- B) First base
- C) Shortstop
- D) Home plate
How Did You Do?
- 18-20 Correct: You’re a baseball encyclopedia!
- 14-17 Correct: All-Star material—impressive knowledge!
- 10-13 Correct: Solid player—keep swinging!
- 6-9 Correct: Rookie—you’re learning the ropes.
- 0-5 Correct: Time to hit the books (or the ballpark)!
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