Power Play Sports Trivia - All Questions and Answers Guide

Version 1.5 – Final. Questions retrieved and sorted by Bo Bayles. Concept, Page layout, and formatting by Jason Dvorak.

About The Guide

Power Play Sports Trivia is likely the PlayStation’s simplest and quickest game, ever. You can run through a set in 3 minutes, complete with a credit roll. It’s like one of those bartop arcade monitors, but from the comfort of your own home.

The game offers trivia from four categories – baseball, football, hockey, and basketball. These four categories are spread across 3 .dat files found on the game disc. For the sake of simplicity, we’ve kept that format – 3 searchable tabs for each of the featured sports. We’ve also only included the correct answer for each question to save space. So grab a beer, a bowl of pretzels, and let’s get this virtual tailgating party started!

What’s left to do?

Aside from any format issues, nothing! This is 100% complete.

Category Tabs

Baseball 1

Who beat the New York Yankees to win the World Series in 2001? • Arizona Diamondbacks
What American League team had the best record during the 2001 season? • Seattle Mariners
When did outfielder, Ricky Henderson, first reach the major leagues? • 1979
In baseball, what is a “southpaw”? • Left-handed pitcher
What did Bill Veeck plant in Wrigley Field in 1938? • Ivy
What major league team retired the most numbers during the 20th century? • New York Yankees
What position did baseball hall-of-famer, Yogi Berra, play? • Catcher
Where did the Dodgers play home games prior to moving to Los Angeles? • Brooklyn
How many World Series did the Seattle Mariners win during the 20th century? • None
In what stadium did the Seattle Mariners play home games prior to the opening of Safeco Field? • Kingdome
With what team did Rickey Henderson begin his major league playing career? • Oakland Athletics
What manager coached the Baltimore Orioles to 1,480 wins? • Earl Weaver
Who was nicknamed the “Yankee Clipper”? • Joe DiMaggio
In 1965, what stadium became the major leagues’ first covered ballpark? • Houston Astrodome
In baseball statistics, what does “SO” represent? • Strikeout
Who holds the major leagues’ career record for most stolen bases? • Rickey Henderson
In 1993, what L.A. Dodgers catcher was named Rookie of the Year? • Mike Piazza
In 1986, and again in 1996, this pitcher threw 20 strikeouts in one game while playing for the Boston Red Sox. • Roger Clemens
In 1992, what Oakland Athletics pitcher won both the American League’s MVP and Cy Young awards? • Dennis Eckersley
With what team did George Brett begin his major league playing career? • Kansas City Royals
How are legendary baseball players, Bobby Bonds and Barry Bonds, related? • Father and son
What movie portrayed the lives of a minor league pitcher named Nuke LaLoosh, and a baseball groupie named Annie Savoy? • Bull Durham
What baseball legend was nicknamed “Charlie Hustle”? • Pete Rose
What baseball star is nicknamed “A-Rod”? • Alex Rodriguez
A record-setting seven errors were committed during one All-Star game in Candlestick Park. What was blamed for causing so many errors? • Strong wind
Who was the first major leaguer to reach the 500-career-homerun mark? • Babe Ruth
As of the 2001 season, how many regular season games did major league teams play? • 162 games
What is major leaguer, Tim Raines, best known for? • Stealing bases
What major leaguer hit the most homeruns during the 1990s? • Mark McGwire
What was the first major league team located outside the United States? • Montreal Expos
What team was Frank Robinson playing for when he hit his 500th major league homerun? • Baltimore Orioles
What two major league teams did pitcher, Greg Maddux, play for during the 1990s? • Cubs and Braves
How many batters does a visiting pitcher face during a perfect game? (unless the game goes into extra innings) • 27 batters
What New York Yankees third baseman was named the World Series MVP in 1998? • Scott Brosius
In what order does the “cleanup batter” hit? • Fourth
What Baltimore Orioles infielder committed just three errors in 161 games during the 1990 season? • Cal Ripken Jr.
What event is portrayed in the baseball movie, “Eight Men Out”? • The “Black Sox” scandal of 1919
In 1981, the L.A. Dodgers won the World Series. How many L.A. Dodgers players won the World Series MVP that year? • Three
Who is the winningest manager in Detroit Tigers history? • Sparky Anderson
By what name was baseball hall-of-famer, Robert Grove, better known? • “Lefty” Grove
By what name is outfielder and designated hitter, Charles Davis, better known? • “Chili” Davis
What team does a 12-year-old inherit in the comedy, “Little Big League”? • Minnesota Twins
In 1989, who did commissioner, Bartlett Giamatti, ban from the major leagues for life for betting on games? • Pete Rose
Brothers, Joe and Phil, pitched for a combined 538 wins in the major leagues. What is their last name? • Niekro
Raul Mondesi was named Rookie of the Year while playing for what major league team? • Los Angeles Dodgers
What Arizona Diamondback pitcher was named the World Series MVP in 2001? • Both of them
The L.A. Dodgers moved into what stadium in 1962? • Dodger Stadium
Who began a twenty year stint as manager of the L.A. Dodgers in 1976? • Tom Lasorda
In 1987, who set the major leagues’ record for most homeruns in one season by a rookie? • Mark McGwire
What Texas Ranger threw his 5,000th career strikeout in 1989? • Nolan Ryan
As of the year 2001, how many major leaguers had recorded three homeruns in one inning? • None
What baseball legend scored a record-setting 177 runs during the 1921 season? • Babe Ruth
On a baseball score card, what does “PB” stand for? • Passed ball
Ernie Banks hit an impressive five grand slams in one season while playing for what major league team? • Chicago Cubs
What team did baseball hall-of-famer, Johnny Bench, play for? • Cincinnati Reds
In 1957, a team from Milwaukee won the World Series. What was the team called? • Milwaukee Braves
Who holds the major leagues’ career record for most homeruns? • Hank Aaron
What position did baseball hall-of-famer, Honus Wagner, play? • Shortstop
In 1973, who set a major league record by throwing 383 strikeouts in one season? • Nolan Ryan
During the 1990s, three Atlanta Braves won Cy Young awards. Who of the following was not one of them? • Jim Abbott
What one-handed pitcher won a gold medal in baseball at the 1988 Summer Olympics? • Jim Abbott
Ty Cobb played for what major league team for 22 seasons? • Detroit Tigers
What term describes a ballplayer who hits mostly singles? • Banjo hitter
What two teams played in the “Battle of St. Louis” World Series? • St. Louis Browns and St. Louis Cardinals
Who holds the major leagues’ career record for most runs scored? • Ty Cobb
Jim Palmer pitched for what major league team? • Baltimore Orioles
How long is the major league All-Star break? • Three days
What nickname was given to baseball legend, Hank Aaron? • Hammerin’ Hank
What side did baseball hall-of-famer, Mickey Mantle, bat on? • Both (he was a switch-hitter)
What city is home to the Florida Marlins? • Miami
Who holds the New York Yankees’ career record for most homeruns? • Babe Ruth
Of the following catchers, who has won the most Gold Gloves? • Ivan Rodriguez
What ballpark is home to the Seattle Mariners? • Safeco Field
In baseball, what is a “payoff pitch”? • A pitch that follows a 3-2 count
In baseball, what was known as a “round” during the 19th century? • Inning
Whose record did Mark McGwire break when he hit his 62nd homerun in one season? • Roger Maris
Of what nationality is L.A. Dodgers rookie-of-the-year, Fernando Valenzuela? • Mexican
In 1993, what outfielder had the misfortune of having a baseball bounce off his head for a homerun? • Jose Canseco
In 1984, Dwight Gooden was named the National League’s Rookie of the Year. What team was he playing for? • New York Mets
What New York Yankees infielder was given the nickname, “Pags”? • Mike Pagliarulo
What New York Mets outfielder was named the National League’s Rookie of the Year in 1983? • Darryl Strawberry
In 1984, an infielder by the name of Killebrew was inducted into the Hall of Fame. What was Killebrew’s first name? • Harmon
What Texas Ranger was given the nickname, “Pudge”? • Ivan Rodriguez
What major leaguer had the best batting average during the 1990s? • Tony Gwynn
Whose life is portrayed in the biography, “Say It Ain’t So, Joe”? • Shoeless Joe Jackson
What position did baseball hall-of-famer, Christy Mathewson, play? • Pitcher
What baseball hall-of-famer was nicknamed the “Say Hey Kid”? • Willie Mays
In major league baseball, how many feet separate the bases? • 90 feet
In 1958, two major league teams left New York. Name both teams. • New York Giants and Brooklyn Dodgers
To what city did the major leagues’ New York Giants move in 1958? • San Francisco
What baseball legend is quoted as saying, “Baseball is ninety percent mental, the other half is physical”? • Yogi Berra
What annual baseball event was started in 1933, as part of the Chicago World’s Fair? • All-Star game
How far apart are the bases on a Little League baseball field? • 60 feet
Wade Boggs connected for an impressive 240 hits during the 1985 season while playing for what team? •
Boston Red Sox
Who was fired by the New York Yankees in 1978, after he told the press that Reggie Jackson and George Steinbrenner were liars? • Billy Martin
During the 1990s, the L.A. Dodgers had five players named Rookie of the Year. Who of the following is not one of them? • Scott Rolen
What major league team did Rookie of the Year, Scott Rolen, play for? • Philadelphia Phillies
What wood are most major league bats made of? • Ash
As manager of the Montreal Expos, Felipe Alou had the pleasure of coaching his son. Who is his son? • Moises Alou
What side did utility player, Pete Rose, bat on? • Both (he was a switch-hitter)
Of what nationality are baseball stars, Roberto and Sandy Alomar? • Puerto Rican
Diamond and Ace replaced BJ Birdy as the mascots of what team? • Toronto Blue Jays
Brothers, Dom, Joe, and Vince, belted a combined 4,853 major league hits. What is their last name? • DiMaggio
Reggie Jackson leads the major leagues in what category? • Strikeouts
In 1997, what team switched from the American League to the National League? • Milwaukee Brewers
What city was home to the major leagues’ Senators from 1961 to 1971? • Washington
Jack Brickhouse was known as the voice of what two major league teams? • Chicago White Sox and Chicago Cubs
During what month is the major leagues’ All-Star game normally played? • July
What Chicago Cub holds the major league record for most homeruns by a second baseman? • Ryne Sandberg
With what team did Roberto Alomar begin his major league playing career? • San Diego Padres
What city is home to the Texas Rangers? • Arlington
What position did baseball hall-of-famer, Carlton Fisk, play? • Catcher
Name both major league team that baseball hall-of-famer, Carlton Fisk, played for. • Boston Red Sox and Chicago White Sox
What was baseball hall-of-famer Ty Cobb’s nickname? • Georgia Peach
What baseball legend was nicknamed the “Iron Horse”? • Lou Gehrig
Hillerich & Bradsby is the major leagues’ official manufacturer of what? • Bats
Is it true that aluminum bats are forbidden in the major leagues? • Yes
What team deliberately lost the 1919 World Series? • Chicago White Sox
Which of the following pitchers threw with his right hand? • Nolan Ryan
On a baseball score card, what does “SH” stand for? • Sacrifice hit
What caused the third game of the 1989 World Series to be delayed by ten days? • Earthquake
What is pitcher Randy Johnson’s nickname? • Big Unit
What nickname was given to hall-of-fame outfielder, Leon Goslin? • “Goose” Goslin
In 1947, Jackie Robinson made history when he joined what major league team? • Brooklyn Dodgers
As of 2002 season, only two major league players had hit more than 3,000 singles. Name them. • Pete Rose and Ty Cobb
With what team did Japanese pitcher, Hideo Nomo, begin his major league career? • Los Angeles Dodgers
Rawlings is the major leagues’ official manufacturer of what? • Baseballs
What pitcher is nicknamed “El Duque”? • Orlando Hernandez
In baseball statistics, what does “SB” represent? • Stolen base
In 1992, baseball became an official Olympic sport. What city hosted the Summer Olympics that year? • Barcelona
What Kansas City Royals infielder was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1999? • George Brett
Why did Kirby Puckett retire from baseball in 1996? • Eye problems
Kirby Puckett played for what major league baseball team? • Minnesota Twins
Who holds the San Diego Padres’ career record for most hits? • Tony Gwynn
The Milwaukee Brewers began playing home games in what stadium in 2001? • Miller Park
Barry Bonds began his major league playing career with what team? • Pittsburgh Pirates
What major league team was featured in the 1994 remake movie, “Angels in the Outfield”? • California Angels
During the 1990s, Roberto Alomar won two World Series while playing for what team? • Toronto Blue Jays
Which of the following teams was not one of the original American League teams? • Texas Rangers
What relief pitcher won the MVP and Cy Young awards in 1992? • Dennis Eckersley
What position did four-time Gold Glove winner, Alan Trammell, play? • Shortstop
What St. Louis Cardinal was nicknamed “Stan the Man”? • Stan Musial
Outfielder, Al Kaline, is best known for his career with what major league team? • Detroit Tigers
What ballpark is home to the St. Louis Cardinals? • Busch Stadium
What is special about the roof at Houston’s Enron Field? • It is retractable
What was Cinergy Field originally named? • Riverfront Stadium
What is the surface at Cincinnati’s Cinergy Field? • Artificial grass
What major league team plays home games at Comerica Park? • Detroit Tigers
What major league team did hall-of-famer, Ted Williams, play for? • Boston Red Sox
What baseball hall-of-famer was nicknamed “Mr. Cub”? • Ernie Banks
What team played its first game in the major leagues in 1977 on a snow-covered field? • Toronto Blue Jays
Who resigned as manager of the Texas Rangers, after the team started the 2001 season with a record of 11-17? • Johnny Oates
In 1994, what major league team held the first of many Buhner Buzz Cut Nights? • Seattle Mariners
In baseball, what is a “ribbie”? • Run batted in
What league competed with the American League in the first ever World Series in 1903? • National League
Pitcher, Jose Rijo, was named the World Series MVP in 1990 while playing for what team? • Cincinnati Reds
Which of the following teams does NOT belong to the National League • Chicago White Sox
Who led the major leagues with the best batting average during the 1990s, with an average of .344? • Tony Gwynn
What team won the 1994 World Series? • None (it was canceled)
In baseball, what position is known as a “fireman”? • Relief pitcher
What is it called when a player hits a single, a double, a triple, and a homerun in one game? • Hitting for the cycle
By what name is baseball manager, George Anderson, better known? • “Sparky” Anderson
Name both catchers selected to the All-Century Dream Team. • Johnny Bench and Yogi Berra
With what two teams did manager, Sparky Anderson, win World Series? • Cincinnati Reds and Detroit Tigers
How many consecutive homeruns did Reggie Jackson hit during the World Series in 1977? • Four
What position did baseball legend, Ryne Sandberg, play? • Second base
Who holds the Oakland Athletics’ career record for most saves? • Dennis Eckersley
During the 1990s, what team was defeated four times during the World Series? • Atlanta Braves
Name both teams that won back-to-back World Series during the 1990s. • Toronto Blue Jays and New York Yankees
What is baseball slugger Mark McGwire’s nickname? • Big Mac
How many homeruns did Mark McGwire hit in 1998? • 70 homeruns
What team was Mark McGwire playing for when he hit 70 homeruns in one season? • St. Louis Cardinals
What team was Barry Bonds playing for when he hit 73 major league homeruns in one season? • San Francisco Giants
With what team did baseball slugger, Mark McGwire, begin his major league career in 1986? • Oakland Athletics
In baseball, what is a “nightcap”? • The second game of a doubleheader
Who holds the record for most homeruns hit at Yankee Stadium? • Babe Ruth
What position does major leaguer, Fred McGriff, play? • First base
How many Gold Gloves are awarded every year in the major leagues? • 18 gold gloves
Raul Mondesi was named the National League’s Rookie of the Year while playing for what team? • Los Angeles Dodgers
How many umpires are on the field during a major league game? • Four
What three letters appear on the baseball hats worn by the Montreal Expos? • ELB
How is a baseball that hits the foul pole ruled? • Fair ball
What sticky substance allows baseball players to grip their bats better? • Pine tar
What Seattle Mariner joined the 40-40 club in 1998? • Alex Rodriguez
Relief pitcher, Randy Myers, threw a league-leading 53 saves during the 1993 season while playing for what team? • Chicago Cubs
In baseball, what is a fadeaway pitch? • Screwball
What Atlanta Brave hit at least 20 homeruns per season a record-setting 20 times? • Hank Aaron
What injured body part put an end to Bo Jackson’s baseball career? • Hip
What Seattle Mariners pitcher struck out 19 batters in one game on two occasions during the 1997 season? • Randy Johnson
In baseball, what is an “Uncle Charlie”? • Curveball
What position does Venezuela-born major leaguer, Omar Vizquel, play? • Shortstop
In 1991, what Philadelphia Phillies outfielder was injured in an automobile accident? • Lenny Dykstra
What Baltimore Orioles infielder made headlines after he spat on umpire, John Hirshbeck? • Roberto Alomar
What company purchased the California Angels in 1996? • Walt Disney
Stan Musial spent 22 seasons playing for what major league team? • St. Louis Cardinals
The Cincinnati Reds retired the number “5” in honor of what hall-of-fame catcher? • Johnny Bench
Hoyt Wilhelm was the first person inducted into the Hall of Fame in what position? • Relief pitcher
What ballpark is home to the Texas Rangers? • Ballpark in Arlington
What is special about the roof at Toronto’s SkyDome? • It is retractable
What major league team was Joe DiMaggio playing for when he hit in 56 consecutive games? • New York Yankees
What Arizona Diamondbacks outfielder recorded a 30-game hitting streak during the 1999 season? • Luis Gonzalez
Hall-of-fame pitcher, Steve Carlton, holds what major league team’s career record for most strikeouts? • Philadelphia Phillies
What Cleveland Indians catcher was named the American League’s Rookie of the Year in 1990? • Sandy Alomar
Complete the Yogi-ism, “The future ain’t ______”. • what it used to be
What ballpark is home to the Cincinnati Reds? • Cinergy Field
What team retired the number “21” in honor of outfielder, Roberto Clemente? • Pittsburgh Pirates
What two teams played in the earthquake-delayed World Series of 1989? • Athletics and Giants
What position did twelve-time Gold Glove winner, Roberto Clemente, play? • Outfield
What stadium is home to the “Green Monster”? • Fenway Park
What stadium is home to the Toronto Blue Jays? • SkyDome
The legendary catcher, Thurman Munson, played for what major league team? • New York Yankees
What San Francisco Giant became the first African American player to be named captain of a major league team? • Willie Mays
What nickname was given to pitcher, Jay Hanna Dean? • “Dizzy” Dean
Which of the following honors did Alex Rodriguez not earn during the 1990s? • Rookie of the year
What major league team did Chan Ho Park play for during the 1990s, and what position did he play? • Los Angeles Dodgers, Pitcher
What relief pitcher was nicknamed “The Eck”? • Dennis Eckersley
What ballpark is home to the Baltimore Orioles? • Camden Yards
What American League team plays home games at the Metrodome? • Minnesota Twins
In 1988, what Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman and outfielder was inducted into the Hall of Fame, the only player inducted that year? • Willie Stargell
In baseball statistics, what does “BB” represent? • Base on balls
In 1996, what outfielder stole a record-tying six bases in one game while playing for the Colorado Rockies? • Eric Young
What first baseman earned the nickname, “Big Cat”? • Andres Galarraga
In 1991, Mike Hargrove was named manager of what major league team? • Cleveland Indians
What city is home to the Arizona Diamondbacks? • Phoenix
During the 1990s, outfielder Lance Johnson hit the most what? • Triples
What team drafted outfielder, Carlos Beltran, into the major leagues? • Kansas City Royals
What position did Detroit Tigers legend, Ty Cobb, play? • Outfield
What first baseman hit 38 homeruns for Japan’s Hanshin Tigers during the 1989 season? • Cecil Fielder
What ballpark is home to the Chicago Cubs? • Wrigley Field
What baseball legend once remarked, “It was deja vu all over again”? • Yogi Berra
Who holds the Detroit Tigers’ career record for most singles, doubles, and triples? • Ty Cobb
On a baseball score card, what is the abbreviation for a strikeout? • K
Of what nationality is outfielder, Larry Walker? • Canadian
What caused St. Louis Cardinals outfielder, Enos Slaughter, to miss the 1943, 1944, and 1945 seasons? • World War Two
When did the Cleveland Indians join the American League? • 1901
Who did the Florida Marlins defeat to capture the team’s first World Series? • Cleveland Indians
Where did the Colorado Rockies play home games before moving to Coors Field? • Mile High Stadium
In 1998, Mark McGwire hit 70 homeruns, while Sammy Sosa hit 66 homeruns. Who led the American League in homeruns that year? • Ken Griffey Jr.
What Colorado Rockies first baseman led the major leagues in batting average during the team’s first season? • Andres Galarraga
What country did the USA defeat to win a gold medal in men’s baseball at the Summer Olympics in Sydney? • Cuba
What nickname was given to relief pitcher, Randy Myers? • Wojo
What infielder earned the nickname, “The Wizard of Oz”? • Ozzie Smith
What baseball player was given the nicknames “Neon” and “Prime Time”? • Deion Sanders
What major leaguer threw the most strikeouts during the 1990s? • Randy Johnson
What stadium is home to the Florida Marlins? • Pro Player Stadium
Who won every National League Gold Glove awarded to a shortstop during the 1980s? • Ozzie Smith
What pitcher holds the Baltimore Orioles’ career record for most shutouts? • Jim Palmer
What is the easternmost major league baseball team in North America? • Boston Red Sox
What term did broadcaster, Tim McCarver, coin to describe a grand slam? • Grand salami
How many major league teams are located in Ohio? • Two
What slugger hit his 500th major league homerun in Pacific Bell Park during the 2001 season? • Barry Bonds
The 1942 movie “Pride of the Yankees” portrayed the life of what baseball great? • Lou Gehrig
On a baseball score card, what does “FO” stand for? • Force out
What movie includes the line, “I think it means if I build a baseball field out there, Shoeless Joe Jackson will get to come back and play ball again”? • Field of Dreams
What team’s World Series record during the 20th century was 0-2? • San Diego Padres
Who led the major leagues in base stealing during the 1990s? Hint: he stole 15 more bases than Rickey Henderson. • Otis Nixon
In baseball statistics, what does “PO” stand for? • Putout
In baseball, what is a catchable pitch that eludes the catcher called? • Passed ball
What third baseman won a Gold Glove an amazing 16 times? • Brooks Robinson
In 1999, what injured body part forced Cal Ripken Jr. onto the disabled list for the first time during his major league career? • Back
What baseball team suffers from the “Curse of the Bambino”? • Boston Red Sox
What major league stadium is located in the borough of Queens? • Shea Stadium
Of what nationality is shortstop, Alex Rodriguez? • American
By what name is Cuban-born ballplayer, Saturnino Orestes Arrieta Armas Minoso, better known? • “Minnie” Minoso
What team was Pete Rose playing for when he hit successfully in 44 consecutive games? • Cincinnati Reds
What ballplayer was nicknamed “Double X”? • Jimmie Foxx
What nickname was given to former Boston Red Sox pitcher, Dennis Boyd? • “Oil Can” Boyd
Who holds the Kansas City Royals’ career records for most singles, doubles, triples, and homeruns? • George Brett
According to baseball legend, what did Wade Boggs eat before every game? • Chicken
What position did nine-time Gold Glove winner, Don Mattingly, play? • First base
What Pittsburgh Pirate was named Manager of the Year in 1990 and 1992? • Jim Leyland
What major league ballpark is located in St. Petersburg? • Tropicana Field
What major league team plays home games at Jacobs Field? • Cleveland Indians
Who holds the major leagues’ career record for most strikeouts? • Nolan Ryan
What team retired the number “16” in honor of pitcher, Whitey Ford? • New York Yankees
Eight-time Gold Glove winner, Frank White, spent his entire 17 year career with what team? • Kansas City Royals
The Texas Rangers retired the number “34” in honor of what pitcher? • Nolan Ryan
What team was Hank Aaron playing for when he recorded his 3,000th major league hit? • Atlanta Braves
What Seattle Mariners outfielder was given the nickname, “Bone”? • Jay Buhner
In 2001, the Seattle Mariners hired the Japanese outfielder, Ichiro. What is Ichiro’s last name? • Suzuki
What position does major leaguer, Ichiro Suzuki, play? • Right field
As of the 2002 season, who held the major leagues’ career record for most hits? • Pete Rose
What Detroit Tiger hit 51 homeruns in 1990, becoming the first player in 13 years to break the 50-homer barrier? • Cecil Fielder
In 1942, and again in 1947, what outfielder won the Triple Crown while playing for the Boston Red Sox? • Ted Williams
What were the Anaheim Angels originally named? • Los Angeles Angels
What father-son duo played together in a major league game on August 31, 1990? • Ken Griffey Sr. and Ken Griffey Jr.
The Brooklyn Dodgers belonged to what league? • National League
In baseball, what is a player who has the versatility to play many different positions called? • Utility player
When does the seventh-inning stretch occur? • After the top of the 7th inning
What position did baseball hall-of-famer, Lou Gehrig, play? • First base
Homerun sluggers, Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa, bat on what side? • Right side
What team was Fernando Tatis playing for when he hit a record-setting two grand slams in one inning? • St. Louis Cardinals
In baseball, how is a player’s batting average calculated? • Total hits divided by number of at-bats
Which of the following major league stadiums has the largest seating capacity? • Veterans Stadium
Charles Comiskey was responsible for bringing what team into the American League? • Chicago White Sox
In the major leagues, what happens if the base-runner is hit by a batted ball? • The base-runner is called out
How many years must a player wait after retiring before he can be inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame? • Five years
What Colorado Rockies outfielder led the major leagues in batting average during the 1998 season? • Larry Walker
What San Francisco Giants infielder was named the National League’s MVP in 2000? • Jeff Kent
What outfielder, known for his “basket catches”, won twelve consecutive Gold Gloves? • Willie Mays
What baseball legend was nicknamed the “Sultan of Swat”? • Babe Ruth
What shortstop was named the American League’s Rookie of the Year in 1996? • Derek Jeter
What team drafted Derek Jeter into the major leagues, and what position does he play? • New York Yankees, Shortstop
What two teams joined the major leagues in 1998? • Devil Rays and Diamondbacks
By what name was baseball hall-of-famer, Charles Dillon Stengel, better known? • “Casey” Stengel
In 1993, who homered in eight consecutive games while playing for the Seattle Mariners? • Ken Griffey Jr.
During the 20th century, three New York Yankees reached the 50-homers-per-season mark. Who of the following was not one of them? • Reggie Jackson
What position was added to major league baseball in 1973? • Designated hitter (American League only)
In 1986, what Boston Red Sox pitcher threw 20 strikeouts in a game against the Seattle Mariners? • Roger Clemens
What Atlanta Braves pitcher won his fourth consecutive Cy Young in 1995? • Greg Maddux
What manager retired after 2,194 wins in the major leagues, third only to Connie Mack and John McGraw? • Sparky Anderson
What first baseman earned the nickname, “Big Hurt”? • Frank Thomas
Why did Pete Rose serve a five-month prison sentence in 1990? • Tax evasion
Who threw a perfect game for the Montreal Expos in 1991? • Dennis Martinez
What team did manager, Dick Howser, coach to its first World Series victory in 1985? • Kansas City Royals
What Atlanta Braves stadium was nicknamed “The Launching Pad”? • Atlanta-Fulton County Stadium
In 1998, who became the major leagues’ winningest Latin pitcher after he won his 244th game? • Dennis Martinez
In 1998, what pitcher did the L.A. Dodgers sign to a seven-year contract worth $105 million? • Kevin Brown
What Chicago Cubs rookie struck out 20 batters in one game in 1998? • Kerry Wood
Pitcher, Mike Mussina, spent the 1990s playing for what major league team? • Baltimore Orioles
What often-quoted baseball legend wrote the book, “I Really Didn’t Say Everything I Said”? • Yogi Berra
Who did George Selkirk replace in the New York Yankees lineup in 1935? • Babe Ruth
What position did ten-time Gold Glove winner, Al Kaline, play? • Outfield
What Baltimore Orioles first baseman won Gold Gloves in 1997 and 1998? • Rafael Palmeiro
What comedy duo is famous for its “Who’s on First” routine? • Abbott and Costello
Where must a base-runner be in order to be in “scoring position”? • On second or third base
What San Francisco Giant joined the 40-40 club in 1996? • Barry Bonds
In 1994, Kenny Rogers threw a perfect game while pitching for what team? • Texas Rangers
What Detroit Tigers first baseman was given the nickname, “Big Daddy”? • Cecil Fielder
In 1997, the legendary shortstop, Cal Ripken Jr., was moved to what position? • Third base
In 1974, a first baseman by the name of Bottomley was inducted into the Hall of Fame. What was Bottomley’s first name? • Jim
What country won the gold medal in men’s baseball at the Summer Olympics in Atlanta? • Cuba
What nickname was given to hall-of-fame pitcher, Jim Hunter? • Jim “Catfish” Hunter
Mike Schmidt spent his entire 18-year major league playing career with what team? • Philadelphia Phillies
What National League team played home games in Olympic Stadium during the 1990s? • Montreal Expos
Who pitched a perfect game for the New York Yankees in 1998? • David Wells
What Oakland Athletics infielder was named Rookie of the Year in 1987? • Mark McGwire
What Oakland Athletics manager was named Manager of the Year in 1988 and 1992? • Tony La Russa
What stadium was home to the Boston Red Sox for most of the 20th century? • Fenway Park
What Cleveland Indian hit a league-leading 50 homeruns during the 1995 season? • Albert Belle
What were the New York Giants renamed in 1958? • San Francisco Giants
What outfielder did the Chicago White Sox trade to the Chicago Cubs for George Bell? • Sammy Sosa
In 1981, what college baseball and basketball star was drafted by the San Diego Padres and the San Diego Clippers? • Tony Gwynn
Kenny Lofton holds what major league team’s career record for most stolen bases? • Cleveland Indians
What Chicago White Sox pitcher won a Cy Young in 1993? • Jack McDowell
What nickname was given to the Oakland Athletics duo of Mark McGwire and Jose Canseco? • Bash Brothers

Baseball 2

In most ballparks, where does the sun set? • Behind home plate
What nickname was given to Chicago Cubs pitcher, Mordecai Brown? • “Three Finger” Brown
What New York Yankee hit his 500th homerun on May 14, 1967? • Mickey Mantle
In 1941, Joe DiMaggio set a major league record by recording at least one hit in how many consecutive games? • 56 games
During the 20th century, what team reached the World Series nine times, winning the series only once? • Brooklyn Dodgers
Who holds the major leagues’ record for most times caught stealing? • Rickey Henderson
What were the Houston Astros known as prior to 1963? • Houston Colt .45s
During the 1970s, what Baltimore Oriole won three Cy Young awards? • Jim Palmer
In 1982, Rickey Henderson set a major league record by stealing 130 bases in one season. What team was he
playing for at the time? • Oakland Athletics
Of what nationality is pitcher, Orlando Hernandez? • Cuban
In 1998, what New York Met hit grand slams in two consecutive games? • Mike Piazza
In 1880, Cincinnati’s baseball team was kicked out of the National League for refusing to ban what at its
Sunday games? • For refusing to ban the sale of beer
While playing for what team did Don Larsen pitch a perfect game during the 1956 World Series? • New York Yankees
What baseball movie starred Madonna, Rosie O’Donnell, and Geena Davis? • A League of Their Own
When was the last time the Chicago Cubs won the World Series during the 20th century? • 1908
What baseball hall-of-famer was nicknamed the “Flying Dutchman”? • Honus Wagner
What Boston Red Sox pitcher won a Cy Young in 1999? • Pedro Martinez
What was blamed for causing a decline in the Atlanta Braves’ offense during the 1997 season? • New stadium
What Minnesota Twin recorded his 3,000th major league hit during the 1993 season? • Dave Winfield
What position did baseball hall-of-famer, Rogers Hornsby, play? • Second base
What were the Minnesota Twins known as prior to the 1961 season? • Washington Senators
With what team did pitcher, Pedro Martinez, begin his major league playing career? • L.A. Dodgers
With what team did Hank Aaron end his major league playing career? • Milwaukee Brewers
What Baltimore Orioles first baseman was named Rookie of the Year in 1977? • Eddie Murray
What nickname was given to pitcher, Dennis Martinez? • El Presidente
When Roger Maris hit his 61st homerun of the year in 1961, whose record did he beat? • Babe Ruth
What team traded outfielder, Luis Gonzalez, to the Arizona Diamondbacks? • Detroit Tigers
What team was nicknamed the “Big Red Machine” during the 1970s? • Cincinnati Reds
Mark Grace holds the major league record for hitting the most what during the 1990s? • Doubles
What team won the most World Series during the 1950s? • New York Yankees
The Chicago Cubs retired the number “14” in whose honor? • Ernie Banks
Who was named manager of the Texas Rangers in 1985? • Bobby Valentine
What team traded Jay Buhner to the Seattle Mariners for Ken Phelps? • New York Yankees
What New York Yankee led the American League in batting average during the 1998 season? • Bernie Williams
Catcher, Gene Tenace, was named the World Series MVP in 1972 while playing for what team? • Oakland Athletics
During the 1990s, two Texas Rangers were named the American League MVP. Name both players. • Juan Gonzalez and Ivan Rodriguez
What former Baltimore Oriole hit an impressive 19 career grand slams? • Eddie Murray
What team did the Cincinnati Reds defeat in the 1990 World Series? • Oakland Athletics
Name both major leaguers to strike out more than 1,200 times during the 1990s. • Sammy Sosa and Jose Conseco
What nickname was given to baseball hall-of-famer, Tony Perez? • Big Dog
What number did the Detroit Tigers retire in honor of the legendary Ty Cobb? • None
What hall-of-fame second baseman was nicknamed “Rajah”? • Rogers Hornsby
What New York Yankees manager was suspended for three games during the 1983 season, after he kicked dirt at an umpire? • Billy Martin
What team did the Toronto Blue Jays defeat in 1992, marking the first time the World Series was won by a team located outside the United States? • Atlanta Braves
In 1996, who became the third player to record 3,000 major league hits and 500 homeruns? • Eddie Murray
Who was the last player to bat over .400 in the major leagues during the 20th century? • Ted Williams
Which of the following was one of infielder Ryne Sandberg’s many nicknames? • Kid Natural
What position did baseball hall-of-famer, Tom Seaver, play? • Pitcher
Why was major leaguer, Daniel Joseph Staub, given the nickname “Rusty”? • His hair was bright red
The Chicago Cubs advanced to the World Series ten times during the 20th century. How many times did the team win the series? • Twice
Of all the teams that played in the World Series during the 20th century, only two never lost a series. Name them. • Blue Jays and Marlins
What Chicago Cubs infielder was known for saying, “Let’s play two today”? • Ernie Banks
What Minnesota Twin hit his 500th major league homerun during the 1971 season? • Harmon Killebrew
Who was the first manager to win a World Series in both the National and American Leagues? • Sparky Anderson
What Boston Red Sox legend had a career batting average of .344? • Ted Williams
Who is pitcher Greg Maddux’s brother, and what position does he play? • Mike Maddux, pitcher
Who holds the record for most Gold Gloves won by a shortstop? • Ozzie Smith
What Triple A team plays home games in Norfolk? • Norfolk Tides
What Baltimore Orioles infielder was known as the “Human Vacuum Cleaner”? • Brooks Robinson
The controversial Marge Schott is best known for her ownership of what baseball team? • Cincinnati Reds
Pitcher, Dave Stewart, was named the World Series MVP in 1989 while playing for what team? • Oakland Athletics
What nickname was given to New York Mets pitcher, Sid Fernandez? • El Sid
With what team did Curt Schilling begin his major league playing career? • Baltimore Orioles
Who did Tom Lasorda replace as manager of the L.A. Dodgers? • Walter Alston
How many World Series did the legendary Ty Cobb win as a player? • None
Who holds the major league record for most homeruns by a third baseman? • Mike Schmidt
Which of the following players never reached the 800-career-stolen-base mark? • Joe Morgan
What team was nicknamed “The Amazin’ Ones” during the 1969 season, the year the team won its first World Series? • New York Mets
What baseball duo was nicknamed the “M & M Boys”? • Mickey Mantle and Roger Maris
Whose batting average during the 1911 season was an impressive .408, yet he was never inducted into the Hall of Fame? • Shoeless Joe Jackson
Who holds the Atlanta Braves’ career record for most strikeouts? • Phil Niekro
What two baseball awards did Fernando Valenzuela win in 1981? • Rookie of the Year and Cy Young
What Atlanta Brave was named the National League’s MVP in 1982 and 1983? • Dale Murphy
As of the year 2000, Hank Aaron held the major leagues’ career record for most homeruns. Babe Ruth was second. Who was third? • Willie Mays
What country did Tino Martinez represent at the 1988 Summer Olympics? • United States
What Philadelphia A’s infielder was the second major leaguer to reach the 500 homerun plateau? • Jimmie Foxx
Who holds the major leagues’ career record for highest batting average? • Ty Cobb
What L.A. Dodgers pitcher threw an amazing 382 strikeouts during the 1965 season? • Sandy Koufax
What were the Washington Senators renamed in 1972? • Texas Rangers
During the 1990s, three Martinez brothers pitched in the major leagues. Who of the following was not one of them? • Leon Martinez
With what team did Nolan Ryan end his major league playing career? • Texas Rangers
What team retired the numbers of pitchers, Catfish Hunter and Rollie Fingers? • Oakland Athletics
While playing for the Montreal Expos during the early 1980s, Tim Raines played what two positions? • Second base and outfield
Which of the following players never reached the 2,000-runs-scored mark? • Paul Molitor
Which of the following teams did Lou Piniella NOT manage during the 20th century? • Texas Rangers
What manager led the New York Yankees to eight World Series victories? • Casey Stengel
What manager led the Oakland Athletics to a World Series victory in 1989? • Tony La Russa
Brothers, Tony and Billy Conigliaro, hit a combined 54 homeruns during the 1970 season. What team did they play for? • Boston Red Sox
At the start of the 2001 season, a 12-foot statue of what baseball legend was erected outside the newly-constructed PNC Park? • Willie Stargell
What position did four-time Gold Glove winner, Tony Pena, play? • Catcher
Who replaced Sparky Anderson as manager of the Detroit Tigers? • Buddy Bell
What nickname was given to San Diego Padres outfielder, Ollie Brown? • “Downtown” Ollie Brown
Jocko Conlan was inducted into the Hall of Fame for his career in what position? • Umpire
What Pittsburgh Pirates legend died in a plane crash in 1972? • Roberto Clemente
Who holds the major leagues’ career record for most RBIs? • Hank Aaron
Dave Johnson is the winningest manager in what major league team’s history? • New York Mets
Who played Roy Hobbs, a farmboy with a natural talent for baseball, in the film “The Natural”? • Robert Redford
What stadium was home to the New York Mets during the 1980s? • Shea Stadium
What Philadelphia Phillies reliever was given the nickname, “Wild Thing”? • Mitch Williams
What team traded John Kruk to the Philadelphia Phillies in 1989? • San Diego Padres
What Chicago Cubs pitcher won a Cy Young in 1984? • Rick Sutcliffe
What type of pitch was the “Fernando Fadeaway”? • Screwball
During George Uhle’s 17 seasons in the major leagues, he recorded a .288 batting average. What position did he play? • Pitcher
What team joined the major leagues in 1969, playing home games in Jarry Park? • Montreal Expos
What injured body part ended Darren Daulton’s playing career as a catcher? • Knee
Pitcher, Steve Rogers, holds what major league team’s career record for most wins? • Montreal Expos
Ed Kranepool holds what major league team’s career record for most hits? • New York Mets
What nickname was given to the New York Mets duo of Lenny Dykstra and Wally Backman? • Partners in Grime
What tobacco-chewing outfielder asked Americans to “Copy my hustle. Copy my desire. But, please don’t copy my tobacco use”? • Lenny Dykstra
Appalachian League baseball teams compete at what level? • Rookie
What did Shoeless Joe Jackson nickname his bat? • Black Betsy
Who is the third baseman in the famous “Who’s on First” routine? • I Don’t Know
In baseball, who is awarded the annual Golden Spikes Award? • America’s top amateur baseball player
What major league baseball team signed a contract with Michael Jordan in 1994? • Chicago White Sox
Who did Joe Torre replace as manager of the New York Yankees? • Buck Showalter
Although his win/loss record as pitcher was 94-46, this major leaguer was inducted into the Hall of Fame as an outfielder. • Babe Ruth
In 1995, what two teams competed in a one-game playoff to determine the American League’s West Division champions? • Seattle Mariners and California Angels
During what decade was the first World Series televised? • 1940s
In 1968, Denny McLain became the first pitcher since Dizzy Dean to reach the 30 wins mark in one season.
What team was he playing for? • Detroit Tigers
Who holds the major league record for most leadoff homeruns? • Rickey Henderson
Wes Ferrell holds the major league record for most career homeruns for a player in what position? • Pitcher
During the 1990s, the L.A. Dodgers had five players named Rookie of the Year. Who of the following is not one of them? • Jeff Bagwell
What former National League ballpark had a reputation as being the windiest stadium in the major leagues? • Candlestick Park
Who was Casey Stengel talking about when he asked his famous question, “Can’t anybody here play baseball”? • New York Mets
What nickname was given to the Chicago White Sox team of 1959? • Go-Go Sox
Whose record did Rickey Henderson break when he stole his 939th base? • Lou Brock
Beginning in 1961, who played for the Boston Red Sox for an impressive 23 seasons? • Carl Yastrzemski
Bill Mazeroski spent his entire major league career playing for what team? • Pittsburgh Pirates
In 1981, what Milwaukee Brewers pitcher won a Cy Young and MVP award? • Rollie Fingers
What St. Louis Cardinal stole 118 bases during the 1974 season? • Lou Brock
What St. Louis Cardinal stole 110 bases during the 1985 season? • Vince Coleman
What was Kansas City’s Kauffman Stadium named prior to 1994? • Royals Stadium
What team did the Minnesota Twins defeat in 1991 to win the World Series? • Atlanta Braves
What number did the Minnesota Twins retire in honor of Kirby Puckett? • Number ’34’
Who holds the Milwaukee Brewers’ career record for most stolen bases? • Paul Molitor
What major league team did manager, Danny Murtaugh, coach to over 1,000 victories? • Pittsburgh Pirates
What team did George Bamberger coach to its first winning season? • Milwaukee Brewers
Who holds the Milwaukee Brewers’ career record for most homeruns? • Robin Yount
What major league pitcher threw a record-setting 511 career victories? • Cy Young
Cliff Johnson set a major league record by hitting 20 homeruns while playing what position? • Pinch hitter
What team retired the number “44” in honor of first baseman, Willie McCovey? • San Francisco Giants
How many times did Hank Aaron reach the 30-homeruns-per-season mark? • 15 times
Carlton Fisk holds the major league record for most homeruns by a catcher. How many homeruns did he hit? • 351 homeruns
In 1996, what Texas Ranger hit five homeruns in four games during a playoff series against the New York Yankees? • Juan Gonzalez
What major league team did manager, Connie Mack, coach to 3,582 victories? • Philadelphia A’s
George Foster set what major league team’s record when he belted 52 homeruns during the 1977 season? • Cincinnati Reds
Who was made ineligible for induction into the Hall of Fame because he bet on baseball games? • Pete Rose
What Toronto Blue Jay pitched 15 consecutive victories during the 1998 season? • Roger Clemens
What team was Bobby Thigpen playing for in 1990, when he set a major league record for most saves in one season? • Chicago White Sox
With what International League team did Jackie Robinson break baseball’s color barrier? • Montreal Royals
Nolan Ryan holds the major leagues’ career record for most strikeouts by a righthander. As of the 2002 season, who held the record for lefthanders? • Steve Carlton
During his playing days, Jim Palmer was a spokesman and model for what underwear company? • Jockey
What position did baseball hall-of-famer, Charley Gehringer, play? • Second base
What position did nine-time Gold Glove winner, Bob Gibson, play? • Pitcher
Complete the Yogi-ism, “When you come to a fork in the road ______”. • take it
What position did seven-time Gold Glove winner, Curt Flood, play? • Outfield
What Philadelphia Athletics infielder won the Triple Crown in 1933? • Jimmie Foxx
A blown call by the first base umpire cost the St. Louis Cardinals the 6th game of the World Series in 1985, allowing what team to capture the series? • Kansas City Royals
Retiring in 1894, Jerry Denny has the dubious distinction of being the last baseball player NOT to wear what? • Baseball glove
Which of the following ballplayers won the Triple Crown? • Ted Williams
Rogers Hornsby won the Triple Crown twice while playing for what team? • St. Louis Cardinals
Who won the Triple Crown in 1966 while playing for the Baltimore Orioles? • Frank Robinson
What team retired the number “17” in honor of pitcher, Dizzy Dean? • St. Louis Cardinals
Which of the following players never reached the 3,000-career-hit mark? • Johnny Pesky
Which of the following players never reached the 3,000-career-hit mark? • Kirby Puckett
In which of the following categories did Ken Caminiti lead the major leagues during the regular season? • Errors
In 1987, Benito Santiago recorded a 34-game hitting streak while playing for what major league team? • San Diego Padres
In what stadium did the San Diego Padres play home games during the team’s first season? • Jack Murphy Stadium
What college baseball team did Cliff Gustafson coach for 28 seasons? • Texas Longhorns
The San Diego Padres retired the number “35” in honor of what Cy Young winner? • Randy Jones
What San Diego Padre was named Manager of the Year in 1996? • Bruce Bochy
What major league team was managed by Jim Leyland from 1986 to 1996? • Pittsburgh Pirates
On a baseball score card, what number is assigned to a left fielder? • Seven
Major League spring training is divided into what two leagues? • Cactus League and Grapefruit League
What major league team’s spring training facilities are located at the Maryvale Baseball Park in Phoenix? • Milwaukee Brewers
Who hit an amazing 14 homeruns during the first round of the Home Run Derby at the 2001 All-Star game in Seattle? • Jason Giambi
Who won the Home Run Derby at the 2001 All-Star game in Seattle? • Luis Gonzalez
Bobby Bonilla won a World Series during the 1990s while playing for what team? • Florida Marlins
What makes Coors Field a “hitter’s park”? • The stadium is built at a high altitude
Red Barber was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame for his contributions as what? • Broadcaster
What nickname was given to St. Louis Cardinals pitcher, Paul Dean? • “Daffy” Dean
What nickname was given to the St. Louis Cardinals during the 1930s? • Gas House Gang
In 1975, Fred Lynn was named the American League’s MVP and Rookie of the Year. What team was he playing for at the time? • Boston Red Sox
During what decade did the American League institute its designated hitter rule? • 1970s
What position did Gold Glove winner, Fred Lynn, play? • Outfield
What Kansas City Royal was named the American League’s Rookie of the Year in 1994? • Bob Hamelin
What nickname was given to rookie-of-the-year, Bob Hamelin? • The Hammer
When was the first inter-league regular season baseball game in history played? • 1997
What type of pitch is believed to have been invented by “Candy” Cummings? • Curveball
Who holds the Detroit Tigers’ career record for most stolen bases? • Ty Cobb
Of what nationality is infielder, Carlos Delgado? • Puerto Rican
During what decade did Joe DiMaggio notch his record-breaking 56 consecutive game hitting streak? • 1940s
Dave Stieb holds what major league team’s career record for most wins, innings pitched, and strikeouts? • Toronto Blue Jays
Who did the Texas Rangers trade to reacquire Rafael Palmeiro in 1999? • Nobody (he signed as a free agent)
What hall-of-famer coached the Texas Rangers during the team’s first season in Arlington? • Ted Williams
What baseball hall-of-famer was nicknamed the “Splendid Splinter”? • Ted Williams
Which of the following major league teams did Reggie Jackson NOT play for? • San Diego Padres
What pitcher had the lowest ERA in the major leagues during the 1990s? • Greg Maddux
Hal Lanier was named the National League’s Manager of the Year in 1986 while managing what team? • Houston Astros
Who is the winningest manager in Boston Red Sox history? • Joe Cronin
Who threw a perfect game for the Cincinnati Reds during the 1988 season? • Tom Browning
What player hit 18 homeruns with the San Diego Padres and 19 homeruns with the Atlanta Braves during the same season? • Fred McGriff
With what team did Fred McGriff begin his major league playing career? • Toronto Blue Jays
What is a hitter that bats well during batting practice, but not well during a game, nicknamed? • Two Oclock Hitter
In 1991, Marquis Grissom or Delino DeShields stole more bases than any entire team in the major leagues.
What team did they play for? • Montreal Expos
What number did the L.A. Dodgers retire in honor of Jackie Robinson? • Number ’42’
In baseball, what position is known as the “keystone”? • Second base
The Montreal Expos retired the number “8” in honor of what catcher? • Gary Carter
What major league team did manager, Buck Rogers, coach during the late 1980s? • Montreal Expos
Who threw a perfect game for the California Angels during the 1984 season? • Mike Witt
Relief pitcher, Trevor Hoffman, threw an impressive 53 saves during the 1998 season while playing for what team? • San Diego Padres
With what team did hall-of-fame pitcher, Juan Marichal, spend most of his major league playing career? • San Francisco Giants
What first baseman was given the nicknames “The Natural” and “Will the Thrill”? • Will Clark
What National League team lost a record-setting 120 games during the 1962 season? • New York Mets
John Franco holds what major league team’s career record for most saves? • New York Mets
What L.A. Dodgers pitcher won three Cy Young awards during the 1960s? • Sandy Koufax
Tim Wallach holds what major league team’s career record for most hits? • Montreal Expos
What Philadelphia Phillies lead-off hitter was given the nickname, “Nails”? • Lenny Dykstra
With what team did Andre Dawson end his major league playing career? • Florida Marlins
In 1988, who became the first manager to coach the Arizona Diamondbacks? • Buck Showalter
What position did baseball hall-of-famer, Bob Lemon, play? • Pitcher
Complete the Yogi-ism, “If you can’t imitate him ______”. • don’t copy him
Hank Aaron holds the Atlanta Braves’ career record for most at-bats, runs, and hits. Who is second to Hank
Aaron in every category? • Eddie Matthews
In what industry did Detroit Tigers owner, Walter O. Briggs, earn his fortune? • Automobile industry
In 1958, what 40-year-old Boston Red Sox player became the oldest major leaguer to win a batting title? • Ted Williams
During what decade did the Chicago Cubs begin playing home games in Wrigley Field? • 1910s
What Boston Red Sox rookie batted for an impressive .349 average during the 1982 season? • Wade Boggs
Which of the following teams did Wade Boggs NOT play for? • New York Mets
Who is the winningest manager in Atlanta Braves history? • Bobby Cox
In what year did the major leagues first cancel games because of a players strike? • 1972
Steve Bedrosian won a Cy Young in 1987 while playing for what team? • Philadelphia Phillies
How many Cy Young awards did Steve Carlton win during the 1970s and 1980s? • Four
Who held the Chicago Cubs’ career record for most homeruns during the 20th century? • Ernie Banks
Pitcher, Ferguson Jenkins, holds what major league team’s career record for most strikeouts? • Chicago Cubs
What baseball pioneer’s autobiography was entitled “I Never Had it Made”? • Jackie Robinson
By what name is hall-of-famer, Harold Traynor, better known? • “Pie” Traynor
What shortstop’s autobiography is entitled “The Only Way I Know”? • Cal Ripken Jr.
Rookie, Paul Waner, batted for an impressive .336 average in his first year with what team? • Pittsburgh Pirates
Which of the following pitchers was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame? • “Lefty” Gomez
In 2001, Alex Rodriguez signed a 10-year contract to play for the Texas Rangers. How much was he offered for ten years of service? • $252 million
Which of the following leagues does not compete at the Triple A level? • Texas League
In 1977, who became the first host of “This Week in Baseball”? • Mel Allen
What position does I Don’t Give a Darn play in the “Who’s on First” comedy routine? • Shortstop
What position did baseball hall-of-famer, Lou Boudreau, play? • Shortstop
With what team did Deion Sanders begin his major league playing career? • New York Yankees
Who replaced Tom Lasorda as manager of the L.A. Dodgers? • Bill Russell
The New York Yankees retired the number “10” in honor of what shortstop? • Phil Rizzuto
By what name was manager, George Tebbetts, better known? • “Birdie” Tebbetts
Lloyd Moseby holds what major league team’s career record for most stolen bases? • Toronto Blue Jays
Of what nationality is major league pitcher, Chan Ho Park? • Korean
What team retired the number “18” in honor of outfielder, Ted Kluszewski? • Cincinnati Reds
What Baltimore Orioles righthander won a Cy Young in 1980? • Steve Stone
What Baltimore Orioles outfielder hit 50 homeruns in 1996? • Brady Anderson
In what stadium did the Boston Red Sox play home games prior to moving to Fenway Park? • Huntington Avenue Grounds
Al Barlick was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame for his career in what position? • Umpire
In 1991, Rickey Henderson surpassed Lou Brock, becoming the major leagues’ greatest base stealer. What team was he playing for at the time? • Oakland Athletics
What Minnesota Twins pitcher was named the World Series MVP in 1987? • Frank Viola
With what team did catcher, Lance Parrish, spend the most time during his major league playing career? • Detroit Tigers
What position did three-time Gold Glove winner, Tom Pagnozzi, play? • Catcher
What is the University of Southern California’s baseball team called? • USC Trojans
What team was Orlando Cepeda playing for when he was named the National League’s MVP in 1967? • St. Louis Cardinals
What baseball hall-of-famer’s nicknames include “Cha Cha” and “Baby Bull”? • Orlando Cepeda
Steve Yeager introduced the neck protector to the game of baseball in 1976. What team was he playing for at the time? • Los Angeles Dodgers
On a baseball score card, what is the symbol for a balk? • BLK
Who holds the major league record for playing in the most World Series? • Yogi Berra
During what decade did the Chicago White Sox win its last World Series of the 20th century? • 1910s
Of the following outfielders, who won the most Gold Gloves? • Ken Griffey Jr.
Pete Rose recorded 4,256 hits during his major league career. How many of them were homeruns? • 160 homeruns
Which of the following players never reached the 3,000-career-hit mark? • Mike Schmidt
With what team did Larry Walker begin his major league playing career? • Montreal Expos
Who coached the U.S. men’s baseball team at the Summer Olympics in Sydney? • Tommy Lasorda
After constantly being accused of throwing spitballs, what pitcher entitled his autobiography, “Me and the Spitter”? • Gaylord Perry
In 1997, what team became the first wild-card team to win the World Series? • Florida Marlins
Who is the winningest manager in Cincinnati Reds history? • Sparky Anderson
What nickname was given to Houston Astros outfielder, Jim Wynn? • The Toy Cannon
What Pittsburgh Pirates legend owned a chain of chicken restaurants? • Willie Stargell
What team traded Pedro Martinez to the Montreal Expos for infielder, Delino DeShields? • Los Angeles Dodgers
What town is the setting for the famous baseball poem, “Casey at the Bat”? • Mudville
On a baseball score card, what number is assigned to a third baseman? • Number ‘5’
In 1990, who became the first major leaguer to win batting titles in three different decades? • George Brett
What position did Dick “The Monster” Radatz play with the Boston Red Sox? • Relief pitcher
Of the following pitchers, who had the better ERA during the 1990s? • Pedro Martinez
Who led the major leagues with the best ERA during the 1990s, with an average of 2.58? • Greg Maddux
Willie McCovey hit his 500th major league homerun while playing for what team? • San Francisco Giants
What nickname was given to 6’5″ first baseman, Willie McCovey? • “Stretch” McCovey
Of the following pitchers, who recorded more wins during the 1990s? • Roger Clemens
What did Cecil Fielder do for the first time during his professional career in a game against the Minnesota Twins in 1996? • He stole a base
How many times was Cap Ripken Jr. awarded a Gold Glove for his play at shortstop? • Twice
During the 20th century, three pitchers won Cy Young awards in both leagues. Who of the following was not one of them? • Tom Seaver
What Georgia Tech graduate played shortstop for the 1992 U.S. Olympic baseball team? • Nomar Garciaparra
What team earned the nickname “Harvey’s Wallbangers” during the 1982 season? • Milwaukee Brewers
According to most accounts, how many baseball gloves can be made from the hide of one cow? • Five
Although Minnie Minoso played for several major league teams, he spent the most time playing for what team? • Chicago White Sox
What brothers had the two best batting averages in the National League during the 1966 season? • Matty Alou and Felipe Alou
Wade Boggs recorded his 3,000th major league hit while playing for what team? • Tampa Bay Devil Rays
What superstitious third baseman took exactly 150 ground balls during every pre-game infield practice? • Wade Boggs
Only two pitchers have won more than 200 games for the Philadelphia Phillies. Name them. • Steve Carlton and Robin Roberts
Dave Righetti recorded an impressive 224 saves while pitching for what team? • New York Yankees
What baseball first was accomplished by pitcher, Andy Messersmith? • Baseball’s first free agent
What team was Rod Carew playing for when he recorded his 3,000th major league hit? • California Angels
In 1929, the New York Yankees became the first major league team to wear what? • Numbers
Who was the last New York Yankee to win the Triple Crown, doing so in 1956? • Mickey Mantle
What team traded Babe Ruth to the New York Yankees? • Boston Red Sox
How many times did baseball hall-of-famer, Carlton Fisk, win the World Series? • Never
Reggie Jackson spent 20 years in the major leagues. With what team did he spend the most time? • Oakland Athletics
What Toronto Blue Jay hit a ninth-inning, game-winning homerun during the 1993 World Series? • Joe Carter
In order to win the Triple Crown, a ballplayer must win three titles. Which of the following is NOT one of them? • Hits
In 1986, how many homeruns did Bob Horner hit in a game against the Montreal Expos? • Four
During the 1990s, the Atlanta Braves lost four World Series to three different teams. Which of the following was not one the teams? • Cleveland Indians
What is Babe Ruth’s real name? • George Herman Ruth
Who did the Atlanta Braves defeat in the 1995 World Series? • Cleveland Indians
In 1995, whose .356 batting average led the American League? Hint: he played for the Seattle Mariners. • Edgar Martinez
The Houston Astros retired the numbers of four pitchers during the 20th century. Who of the following was NOT one of the four? • Gaylord Perry
What team’s World Series record during the 20th century was 9-6? • St. Louis Cardinals
Miller Huggins was the first manager to coach what team to 1,000 victories? • New York Yankees
With what team did Reggie Jackson end his major league playing career? • California Angels
Name the only team that won more than one World Series during the 1980s. • Los Angeles Dodgers
How many World Series did the Atlanta Braves win during the 20th century? • One
What National League catcher’s playing career came to an end in 1958 after he was injured in an automobile accident? • Roy Campanella
In 1993, whose .370 batting average led the National League? Hint: he played for the Colorado Rockies. • Andres Galarraga
In 1988, George Bell hit three homeruns on opening day while playing for what team? • Toronto Blue Jays
As of the 2001 season, who was the only person to pitch a perfect game during a World Series? • Don Larsen
During the 20th century, the New York Yankees won the most World Series. What team won the second most? • St. Louis Cardinals
What team drafted outfielder, Tim Raines, into the major leagues? • Montreal Expos
What St. Louis Cardinal was the National League’s batting champion seven times? • Stan Musial
What team did manager, Whitey Herzog, coach to a World Series victory in 1982? • St. Louis Cardinals
With what team did hall-of-famer, Dave Winfield, win a World Series? • Toronto Blue Jays
With what team did manager, Jim Fregosi, win a World Series during the 20th century? • He never did
Which of the following players never reached the 3,000-career-hit mark? • Carlton Fisk
What team retired the number “30” in honor of first baseman, Orlando Cepeda? • San Francisco Giants
Who hit an 11th-inning, bases-loaded single to win the World Series for the Florida Marlins in 1997? • Edgar Renteria
What outfielder hit the “shot heard around the world”? • Bobby Thomson
What college baseball team did Rod Dedeaux coach for 45 seasons? • USC Trojans
Who was the Colorado Rockies’ first manager? • Don Baylor
During what decade did the Detroit Tigers move into Tiger Stadium? • 1910s
What hall-of-fame outfielder earned the nickname, “Mr. Tiger”? • Al Kaline
After being inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1999, who released the autobiography, “From Here to Cooperstown”? • George Brett
What Oakland Athletics pitcher recorded an impressive 27 wins during the 1990 season? • Bob Welch
Who was the first major leaguer to make the 40-40 club? • Jose Canseco
Walt Jocketty was named the general manager of what major league team in 1994? • St. Louis Cardinals
What New York Mets pitcher earned the nickname, “The Franchise”, for being the leading player on an otherwise poor team? • Tom Seaver
What St. Louis Cardinal was nicknamed “The Donora Greyhound”? • Stan Musial
Who did the Baltimore Orioles acquire in 1997, replacing Cal Ripken Jr. at shortstop? • Mike Bordick
What former Pittsburgh Pirate was nicknamed “Big Poison”? • Paul Waner
What nickname was given to baseball hall-of-famer, Willie Stargell? • Pops
What playoff hero was nicknamed the “Staten Island Scot”? • Bobby Thomson
What Boston Red Sox player was the last to win the Triple Crown during the 20th century? • Carl Yastrzemski
What position did five-time Gold Glove winner, Dave Concepcion, play? • Shortstop
What position did seven-time Gold Glove winner, Vic Power, play? • First base
Bert Campaneris holds what major league team’s career record for most games played, most at-bats, and most hits? • Oakland Athletics
By what nickname is baseball hall-of-famer, Joe Williams, better known? • “Smokey” Joe Williams
Who beat the Philadelphia Phillies in the team’s only World Series appearance during the 1990s? • Toronto Blue Jays
Shortstop, Bucky Dent, was named the World Series MVP in 1978 while playing for what team? • New York Yankees
In 1982, Rickey Henderson set a major league record for most stolen bases in one season. How many bases did he steal? • 130 bases
With which two teams did Chili Davis win a World Series? • Twins and Yankees
With what team did Steve Carlton begin his major league playing career? • St. Louis Cardinals
What Kansas City Royals righthander won two Cy Young awards during the 1980s? • Bret Saberhagen
What is the northernmost major league baseball team in North America? • Seattle Mariners
What New York Yankee hit a record-setting six grand slams during the 1987 season? • Don Mattingly
On a baseball score card, what does “9-6-3 DP” mean? • Right field to third to first double play
Bob Feller holds what major league team’s career record for most wins? • Cleveland Indians
What pitcher recorded his 300th career victory in 1982, while pitching for the Seattle Mariners? • Gaylord Perry
When Cal Ripken Jr. recorded his 2,849th career hit, who did he surpass as the Baltimore Orioles’ leading hitter? • Brooks Robinson
Who was the New York Mets’ first manager? • Casey Stengel
What stadium was home to the New York Yankees during the 1974 and 1975 seasons, while Yankee Stadium was being refurbished? • Shea Stadium
During how many decades did Minnie Minoso play major league baseball? • Five
Who holds the major league record for most singles in one season? • Lloyd Waner
Only three major leaguers scored more than 1,000 runs during the 1990s. Who of the following was NOT one of them? • Roberto Alomar
Of the following, which major leaguer was walked more times during the 1990s? • Frank Thomas
Of the following, which major leaguer stole more bases during the 1990s? • Kenny Lofton
During the 1990s, outfielder Albert Belle hit the most what? • RBIs
What baseball legend was nicknamed “Mr. October”? • Reggie Jackson
Who was baseball hall-of-famer Paul Waner’s outfielder brother? • Lloyd Waner

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What team won the 1955 World Series against the New York Yankees, becoming the first team to win the title after losing the first two games? • Brooklyn Dodgers
What baseball hall-of-famer was nicknamed “Sweatshirt Bill”? • Bill Veeck
What major league team won its first division title in 1985 under manager, Bobby Cox? • Toronto Blue Jays
What were the National League’s Red Stockings renamed in 1890? • Cincinnati Reds
What pitcher holds the record for most wins during the World Series? • Whitey Ford
While playing in the minor leagues, who recorded a 61-game hitting streak with the San Francisco Seals? • Joe DiMaggio
What city was home to the Oakland Athletics prior to 1968? • Kansas City
What were baseball’s St. Louis Browns renamed in 1954? • Baltimore Orioles
What team did manager, Hank Bauer, coach to a World Series victory in 1966? • Baltimore Orioles
In what ballpark did the Baltimore Orioles play home games until 1991? • Memorial Stadium
In 1959, Harvey Haddix pitched twelve perfect innings before losing to the Milwaukee Braves. What team was he pitching for? • Pittsburgh Pirates
Between 1910 and 1930, the Athletics won five World Series while playing home games in what city? • Philadelphia
What were the Chicago Cubs originally named in 1876? • Chicago White Stockings
What is the approximate seating capacity of Wrigley Field? • 39000
How many World Series did Yogi Berra win as a player? • Ten
The Baltimore Orioles retired the number “5” in honor of what player? • Brooks Robinson
What team retired the number “4” in honor of shortstop, Joe Cronin? • Boston Red Sox
What university is home to the Yogi Berra Museum & Learning Center? • Montclair State
Who hit a 12th inning homerun during the 1975 World Series, winning the game for the Boston Red Sox? • Carlton Fisk
What major leaguer recorded an impressive .390 batting average during the 1980 season? • George Brett
Of what nationality is outfielder, Bernie Williams? • Puerto Rican
Although he was drafted by the San Francisco Giants in 1982, Barry Bonds opted to play baseball at what college? • Arizona State
Who holds the major leagues’ 20th century record for most intentional bases on balls? • Barry Bonds
Warren Spahn won a Cy Young in 1957 while playing for what baseball team? • Milwaukee Braves
What third baseman was nicknamed “The Penguin” because of his choppy running style? • Ron Cey
Why was Billy Martin fired as manager of the New York Yankees in 1979? • Punched a marshmallow salesman
How much did George Steinbrenner pay to acquire the New York Yankees in 1972? • $10 million
What Toronto Blue Jay was named the World Series MVP in 1992? • Pat Borders
What major leaguer hit the second-most homeruns during the 1990s? • Ken Griffey Jr.
Who holds the Pittsburgh Pirates’ career record for most hits? • Roberto Clemente
What hall-of-fame pitcher’s autobiography was entitled “Maybe I’ll Pitch Forever”? • Satchel Paige
How old was hall-of-fame pitcher, Satchel Paige, when he entered the major leagues? • 40
With what team did Al Oliver end his major league playing career? • Toronto Blue Jays
What team was Reggie Jackson playing for when he hit his 500th major league homerun? • California Angels
Who is the only player to record more than 3,000 major league hits, but never record a single hit in the post-season? • Nap Lajoie
Sparky Anderson spent only one season in the major leagues as a player. What team did he play for? • Philadelphia Phillies
Harry Hooper holds what major league team’s career record for most stolen bases? • Boston Red Sox
Who threw the most shutouts in the major leagues during the 1990s? • Randy Johnson
What major league team had the best record in the strike-shortened 1994 season? • Montreal Expos
What hall-of-famer holds the Pittsburgh Pirates’ career record for most homeruns? • Willie Stargell
Ozzie Smith began his major league playing career with what team? • San Diego Padres
What was major league manager Casey Stengel’s autobiography titled? • Casey at the Bat
For a period of time during the 1980s, Cal Ripken Jr. played with his brother Billy Ripken. What position did Billy Ripken play? • Second base
Who was the last player-manager in the major leagues? • Pete Rose
What team retired the number “2” in honor of second baseman, Nellie Fox? • Chicago White Sox
Which of the following L.A. Dodgers was not named a World Series MVP in 1981? • Steve Garvey
Ty Cobb was the youngest major leaguer in history to reach the 3,000-career-hits mark. How old was he? • 34
Ty Cobb became one the wealthiest ballplayers of his era after investing in what company? • Coca-Cola
What New York Yankee great died in a plane crash in 1979? • Thurman Munson
First baseman, Donn Clendenon, was named the World Series MVP in 1969 while playing for what team? • New York Mets
In 1976, Thurman Munson set a major league record for most consecutive hits in the World Series. How many did he record? • 7 consecutive hits
Buck Rogers was named the National League’s Manager of the Year in 1987. What team was he coaching at the time? • Montreal Expos
What L.A. Dodgers pitcher won a Cy Young in 1981? • Fernando Valenzuela
In 1999, what third baseman became the first major leaguer to hit two grand slams in one inning? • Fernando Tatis
What team was Don Newcombe playing for when he became the first major leaguer to win the Cy Young and
MVP awards in the same year? • Brooklyn Dodgers
Who is the winningest manager in L.A. Dodgers history? • Walter Alston
What team were the New York Yankees playing when Babe Ruth hit his famous “called shot” homerun? • Chicago Cubs
What New York Yankee was the first baseballer to have his number retired by a major league team? • Lou Gehrig
The Brooklyn Bridegrooms were founded in 1884. By what name is this team currently known? • L.A. Dodgers
What number did the New York Yankees retire in honor of Lou Gehrig? • Number ‘4’
The New York Yankees retired the number “9” in whose honor? • Roger Maris
What were the New York Yankees once named? • Highlanders
Gene Conley was the first player in history to win a World Series and a NBA Championship. What team did he pitch for? • Milwaukee Braves
What St. Louis Cardinals outfielder hit four homeruns and notched twelve RBIs in one game in 1993? • Mark Whiten
Outfielder, Duke Snider, was the leading homerun-hitter for what team during the 1950s? • Los Angeles Dodgers
How old was Nolan Ryan when he threw his 5,000th major league strikeout? • 42
What was the original name for the Boston Red Sox? • Boston Pilgrims
During the 1910s, what major league team boasted the “$100,000 infield”? • Philadelphia A’s
What nickname was given to Philadelphia A’s slugger, Frank Baker? • “Home Run” Baker
Who holds the major league record for most times stealing home? • Ty Cobb
Who did the New York Mets defeat to capture the team’s first World Series? • Baltimore Orioles
In 1906, what team was nicknamed the “Hitless Wonders” after it recorded a team batting average of .230, but went on to win the World Series? • Chicago White Sox
As of the 2002 season, which of the following New York Yankees had not been inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame? • Roger Maris
How many times was Billy Martin fired as manager of the New York Yankees? • Five
With which of the following teams did Billy Martin NOT win a Manager of the Year award? • Detroit Tigers
What team traded Shoeless Joe Jackson to the Chicago White Sox? • Cleveland Indians
Cap Anson is the winningest manager in what major league team’s history? • Chicago Cubs
In 1989, Nolan Ryan threw his 5,000th career strikeout. Who was batting? • Rickey Henderson
What was Yogi Berra’s real first name? • Larry
What team did manager, Billy Martin, coach to its first winning season in 1974? • Texas Rangers
What was Ty Cobb’s major league career batting average? • .366
With what team did Nolan Ryan begin his major league playing career? • New York Mets
How many strikeouts did Steve Carlton throw in the major leagues? • 4,136 strikeouts
The Baseball Hall of Fame was created in 1936. What outfielder received the most votes that year? • Ty Cobb
Outfielder, Jackie Jensen, was named the American League’s MVP in 1958 while playing for what team? • Boston Red Sox
Who retired in 1950, after spending 53 years in the major leagues as a manager? • Connie Mack
What infielder’s number “8” was retired by the Cincinnati Reds? • Joe Morgan
With what team did Tony La Russa first join the major leagues as a manager? • Chicago White Sox
What major leaguer was walked the most often during the 1990s? • Barry Bonds
What is baseball hall-of-famer, Josh Gibson, best known for? • Hitting homeruns
What Japanese Baseball League team plays home games in Osaka? • Kentetsu Buffaloes
During the 1960s, Masanori Murakami became the first Japanese-born player in the major leagues. What team did he play for? • San Francisco Giants
What position did Carlos Delgado play while in the Toronto Blue Jays’ farm system? • Catcher
Who holds the major leagues’ record for most Gold Gloves won by a pitcher? • Jim Kaat
What L.A. Dodgers pitcher wrote about his battle with alcoholism in the book, “Five Oclock Comes Early”? • Bob Welch
In 1981, Len Barker threw a perfect game while pitching for what team? • Cleveland Indians
With how many major league teams did Reggie Jackson win homerun titles? • Three
What major league team was nicknamed the “Boys of Summer” during the 1950 season? • Brooklyn Dodgers
Who holds the record for being struck out the most in World Series play? • Mickey Mantle
What New York Yankee recorded seven seasons with more homeruns than strikeouts? • Joe DiMaggio
How many major league teams did Fernando Valenzuela play for? • Six
Ty Cobb was one of the most feared players in baseball. What is “Ty” short for? • Tyrus
With what team did hall-of-famer, Jim Bunning, begin his major league playing career? • Detroit Tigers
What television network sold the New York Yankees to George Steinbrenner? • CBS
During the 1985 season, what pitcher led the National League in wins, strikeouts, and ERA? • Dwight Gooden
Who was named manager of the Montreal Expos in 1992? • Felipe Alou
What legendary baseballer hit a record-setting 868 career homeruns in the Japanese major leagues? • Sadaharu Oh
What position did the legendary Japanese baseballer, Katsuya Nomura, play? • Catcher
The web site www.blackbetsy.com was set up to help encourage the major leagues to induct what ballplayer into the Hall of Fame? • Shoeless Joe Jackson
During the 1956 season, Dale Long hit homeruns in eight consecutive games while playing for what National League team? • Pittsburgh Pirates
Of what nationality is the ballplayer who holds Japan’s record for highest career batting average? • American
What pitcher was awarded the Golden Spikes Award in 1987, while playing for the University of Michigan? • Jim Abbott
Who was the first pitcher to win a Cy Young in both the National League and American League? • Gaylord Perry
What team retired the number “5” in honor of infielder, Lou Boudreau? • Cleveland Indians
Infielder, Robin Ventura, was awarded the Golden Spikes Award while playing baseball for what college team? • Oklahoma State Cowboys
What former U.S. president played baseball at Yale University? • George Bush (Sr.)
What did hall-of-fame pitcher, Hoyt Wilhelm, do in his first major league at-bat? • Hit a homerun
What major leaguer reached the 3,000-career-hits mark in the fewest at-bats? • Tris Speaker
Tim Wallach holds what major league team’s career record for most stolen bases? • Montreal Expos
In 2000, an outfielder by the name of Stearnes was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame. What was his first name? • Turkey
What were the Brooklyn Bridegrooms renamed prior to becoming the Brooklyn Dodgers? • Brooklyn Superbas
What number did the New York Yankees retire in honor of Babe Ruth? • Number ‘3’
Who was fired by the Minnesota Twins in 1969 after he beat up pitcher, Dave Boswell? • Billy Martin
The L.A. Dodgers retired the number “1” in honor of what infielder? • Pee Wee Reese
During the 1920 World Series, Bill Wambsganss made an unassisted triple play. What team was he playing for? • Cleveland Indians
In 1917, who became the first player to hit a homerun in pro baseball and score a touchdown in pro football in the same week? • Jim Thorpe
What baseball player was know as the “Johnny Bench of Japan”? • Katsuya Nomura
The present-day New York Yankees team was originally founded in 1901 in what city? • Baltimore
What major leaguer struck out 100 or more times in one season, a record-setting 18 times? • Reggie Jackson
What major league team was nicknamed the “Whiz Kids” during the 1950 season? • Philadelphia Phillies
What team did the Pittsburgh Pirates beat during the 1960 World Series on Bill Mazeroski’s series-winning homerun? • New York Yankees
What position did World Series hero, Bill Mazeroski, play? • Second base
What did relief pitcher, Pedro Borbon, do after being traded by the Cincinnati Reds to the San Francisco Giants? • Placed a curse on the Cincinnati Reds
Pete Rose belted his 4,000th major league hit while playing for what team? • Montreal Expos
How much did Pete Rose earn during his last year in the major leagues as player? • $1 million
What major league team’s spring training facilities are located at the Ed Smith Stadium in Sarasota? • Cincinnati Reds
In 1992, Jack Morris was the opening-day pitcher for what major league team? • Toronto Blue Jays
The Texas Rangers and Toronto Blue Jays began the 2001 season by playing their season-opener in what country? • Puerto Rico
Name both first basemen selected to the All-Century Dream Team. • Lou Gehrig and Mark McGwire
What infielder had his number “20” retired by the Kansas City Royals? • Frank White
What Kansas City Royals infielder hit in 30 consecutive games during the 1980 season? • George Brett
Byrum Saam spent 38 years as the announcer for what major league team? • Philadelphia Phillies
Who holds the major league record for most games played by a catcher? • Carlton Fisk
What major league team’s first manager was Darrell Johnson? • Seattle Mariners
What was pitcher, Tony Mullane, best known for? • Wild pitches
Who set a major league record by pitching 59 consecutive shutout innings during the 1988 season? • Orel Hershiser
Who holds the major league record for most career grand slams? • Lou Gehrig
In 1930, Hack Wilson notched a major league record 191 RBIs in one season. What team was he playing for at the time? • Chicago Cubs
How many grand slams did Lou Gehrig hit during his major league career? • 27 grand slams
Bobby Thigpen holds the major leagues’ record for most saves in one season. How many saves did he earn? • 57 saves
Where was strikeout pitcher, Randy Johnson, born? • Walnut Creek, CA
What was hall-of-famer manager, Connie Mack, nicknamed? • The Tall Tactician
What team won four NCAA baseball championships during the 1990s? • LSU Tigers
What legendary outfielder’s autobiography was entitled “I Had a Hammer”? • Hank Aaron
Which of the following players did not reach the 700-career-doubles mark? • Robin Yount
What was baseball hall-of-famer Satchel Paige’s real first name? • Leroy
From 1951 until 1965, Kurt Gowdy was known as the voice of what major league team? • Boston Red Sox
What country won the first gold medal ever awarded in baseball at the Summer Olympics? • Cuba
Three Benes brothers pitched for the St. Louis Cardinals organization. Who of the following was NOT one of them? • Art Benes
Who of the following was NOT one of the three starting outfielders in the Colorado Rockies’ first game in history? • Larry Walker
What is pitcher Orel Hershiser’s real first name? • His real first name is Orel
What hall-of-fame second baseman wrote “Baseball for Dummies”? • Joe Morgan
Red Barber was known as the voice of what major league team from 1939 to 1953? • Brooklyn Dodgers
What baseball announcer wrote the autobiography, “Rhubarb in the Catbird Seat”? • Red Barber
What major league team was featured in the 1951 movie, “Angels in the Outfield”? • Pittsburgh Pirates
How old was Connie Mack when he retired as manager of the Philadelphia Athletics? • 88
What St. Louis Cardinals outfielder was nicknamed “Country”? • Enos Slaughter
What designated hitter was given the nickname “Heathcliff”? • Cliff Johnson
What major league team did hall-of-famer, Bob Lemon, play for? • Cleveland Indians
Who set the major league record for most consecutive hits? Hint: the record was tied by Walt Dropo in 1952. • Mike Higgins
How many hits did “Pinky” Higgins notch when he set the major league record for most consecutive hits? • 12 hits
In 1955, what 20-year-old Detroit Tiger became the youngest ballplayer to win a batting title? • Al Kaline
What Detroit Tiger won the American League batting title four times during the 1920s? • Harry Heilmann
What did the umpire rule after Dave Kingman hit the baseball into the ceiling at the Metrodome? • Ground-rule double
What team featured the Tinker-to-Evers-to-Chance infield during the early 1900s? • Chicago Cubs
What pitcher holds the New York Yankees’ career record for most wins? • Whitey Ford
What was the original name of the Pittsburgh Pirates? • Pittsburgh Alleghenies
Who rode a victory lap on a police horse after the New York Yankees won the World Series in 1996? • Wade Boggs
Horace Stoneham is best known for his ownership of what major league team? • San Francisco Giants
Philadelphia’s Doug Glanville recorded the first hit ever in what stadium? • Enron Field
In 1951, the St. Louis Browns sent a midget to bat in a game against the Detroit Tigers. What number did he wear? • Number ‘1/8’
What hall-of-famer was known for his hesitation, little tom, long tom, and two-hump blooper pitches? • Satchel Paige
What nickname was given to former Pittsburgh Pirate, Al Oliver? • Scoops
What baseball hall-of-famer was nicknamed “Gettysburg Eddie”? • Eddie Plank
What team won the most World Series during the 1970s? • Oakland Athletics
Who is the winningest manager in Toronto Blue Jays history? • Cito Gaston
Who holds the Boston Red Sox’ career record for most hits? • Carl Yastrzemski
What Boston Red Sox pitcher threw the first pitch in World Series history? • Cy Young
What team won the first World Series in 1903? • Boston Pilgrims
Played in 1903, the first World Series was a best-of-how-many-games series? • Best of nine
With what team did Al Oliver begin his major league playing career? • Pittsburgh Pirates
How much did the San Francisco Giants pay Barry Bonds during the 2001 season, the year he hit 73 homeruns? • $10.3 million
During the last series of the 1998 season, Mark McGwire hit five homeruns. What team were the St. Louis
Cardinals playing? • Montreal Expos
Which of the following was not one of the St. Louis Cardinals’ team names? • Stallions
What does pitcher, Turk Wendell, do between innings? • Brushes his teeth
In 1968, Catfish Hunter threw a perfect game while pitching for what team? • Oakland Athletics
In what category did Luis Aparicio lead the American League during his first nine years in the major leagues? • Stolen bases
What team drafted Fred McGriff into the major leagues? Hint: he never played for this team. • New York Yankees
What hall-of-famer holds the dubious distinction of grounding into the most double plays? • Hank Aaron
What nickname was given to hall-of-fame first baseman, George Kelly? • High Pockets
Which of the following major league teams has its spring training facilities at the Peoria Sports Complex in Arizona? • Seattle Mariners
What team retired the number “4” in honor of outfielder, Duke Snider? • Los Angeles Dodgers
In what ballpark did the Montreal Expos first play home games? • Jarry Park
What National League team was briefly called the “Bluejays” during World War Two? • Philadelphia Phillies
Who holds the major league record for most triples in one season? • Owen “Chief” Wilson
Brothers, Ed, Frank, Jim, Joe, and Tom, all played in the major leagues. What was their last name? • Delahanty
What nickname was given to New York Mets utility player, Rod Kanehl? • “Hot Rod” Kanehl
In 1912, a Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder set the major league record for most triples in one season. How many triples did he hit? • 36 triples
Roger Maris will always be remembered for hitting 61 homeruns in 1961. How many homeruns did he hit in his second most productive season? • 39 homeruns
Will Clark was awarded the Golden Spikes Award while playing baseball for what college team? • Mississippi State Bulldogs
Major league catcher, Bob Uecker, played a television dad in what sitcom? • Mr. Belvedere
With what team did Bo Jackson begin his major league playing career? • Kansas City Royals
Who was the first player to be selected in the first round of the NBA and major league drafts? • Scott Burrell
At what college did baseball legend, Jackie Robinson, play basketball? • UCLA
What baseball hall-of-famer was drafted by the Atlanta Hawks in the 1973 NBA draft? • Dave Winfield
What injured body part forced Dave Winfield to miss the 1989 season? • Back
What Cleveland Indians hall-of-famer was the captain of the University of Illinois basketball team? • Lou Boudreau
Chicago White Sox pitcher, Dave DeBusschere, was inducted into what sport’s Hall of Fame? • Basketball
While playing for what two teams did Gaylord Perry win Cy Young awards? • Indians and Padres
What team traded Lenny Dykstra to the Philadelphia Phillies for Juan Samuel? • New York Mets
What Montreal Expos outfielder was given the nickname, “Hawk”? • Andre Dawson
What major league record is held by Hughie Jennings? • Most times hit by a pitch
In 1925, what wealthy ballplayer complained that “the great trouble with baseball today is that most of the players are in the game for the money”? • Ty Cobb
What pitcher became the first major leaguer to earn a salary of more than $1 million a year? • Nolan Ryan
John Schuerholz was named the general manager of what major league team in 1990? • Atlanta Braves
What major league team played home games at Forbes Field until 1970? • Pittsburgh Pirates
In 1982, rookie Wade Boggs batted for an impressive .349, yet he was NOT named the American League’s Rookie of the Year. Who was? • Cal Ripken Jr.
Walter O. Briggs is best known for his ownership of what major league team? • Detroit Tigers
What team retired the number “1” in honor of hall-of-fame outfielder, Richie Ashburn? • Philadelphia Phillies
What team retired the number “3” in honor of outfielder, Earl Averill? • Cleveland Indians
What stadium was home to the Cleveland Indians before the team was moved to Jacobs Field? • Cleveland Municipal Stadium
In 1932, who became the first major leaguer to hit four consecutive homeruns in one game? • Lou Gehrig
In what city was the Baseball Little League founded? • Williamsport, PA
Which of the following was never a name for the Chicago Cubs? • Chicago Gentlemen
Although he played several positions in the infield, what position is “Pie” Traynor best known for? • Third base
What position did baseball hall-of-famer, Rabbit Maranville, play? • Shortstop
What hall-of-fame pitcher won a record-setting three All-Star games during the 20th century? • Lefty Gomez
What position did five-time Gold Glove winner, Bobby Richardson, play? • Second base
By what name was hall-of-fame pitcher, Grover Cleveland Alexander, also known? • “Pete” Alexander
What team’s baseball cap did Tom Selleck wear in the television series, “Magnum P.I.”? • Detroit Tigers
Ronald Reagan starred in what 1950s movie about baseball legend, Grover Cleveland Alexander? • The Winning Team
What 1949 comedy sees a professor invent a spray that repels wood, and uses it to become a pitching sensation? • It Happens Every Spring
What major leaguer recorded the most saves during the 1990s? • John Wetteland
Left-handed pitcher, Randy Myers, began his major league playing career with what team? • New York Mets
As of the 2002 season, what Pacific Coast League team was affiliated with the Texas Rangers? • Oklahoma RedHawks
As of the 2002 season, the Seattle Mariners were associated with what Pacific Coast League team? • Tacoma Rainiers
As of the 2002 season, what Pacific Coast League team was affiliated with the Pittsburgh Pirates? • Nashville Sounds
As of the 2002 season, what Pacific Coast League team was affiliated with the L.A. Dodgers? • Las Vegas 51s
What Texas League team is located in San Antonio? • San Antonio Missions
What Montreal Expos pitcher was ejected 12 times for hitting batters during the 1994 season? • Pedro Martinez
What college basketball team did outfielder, Kenny Lofton, help to the Final Four in 1988? • Arizona Wildcats
In 1998, Lee MacPhail joined his father in the Hall of Fame. Who was his father? • Larry MacPhail
Which of the following players did NOT play for both the Milwaukee Braves and the Atlanta Braves? • Phil Roof
When asked why he deserved a salary greater than President Herbert Hoover, who said, “Why not! I had a better year”? • Babe Ruth
Who played home games in Polo Grounds III until the team was relocated in 1958? • New York Giants
What nickname was given to power-hitting pitcher, Earl Wilson? • Moose
What is the present-day name of the Boston Beaneaters? • Atlanta Braves
Who of the following was NOT one of the players with the last name “Robinson” inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame during the 20th century? • Eddie Robinson
What baseball announcer, known for his poor grammar, did the St. Louis Board of Education demand be taken off the air? • “Dizzy” Dean
Calvin Griffith is best known for his ownership of what major league team? • Minnesota Twins
What Pittsburgh Pirates infielder was named the World Series MVP in 1979? • Willie Stargell
What major league team’s career record for most stolen bases is held by “Sliding” Billy Hamilton? • Philadelphia Phillies
Who holds the New York Yankees’ record for most stolen bases? • Rickey Henderson
What were the Seattle Pilots renamed in 1970? • Milwaukee Brewers
What team was Vida Blue playing for when he won a Cy Young in 1971? • Oakland Athletics
What baseball hall-of-famer was nicknamed “Old Professor”? • Casey Stengel
What position did baseball hall-of-famer, Red Schoendienst, play? • Second base
Who replaced Frank Robinson as manager of the Baltimore Orioles during the 1991 season? • Johnny Oates
In 1970, Jim Perry won a Cy Young while pitching for what team? • Minnesota Twins
As of the 2002 season, what International League team was affiliated with the Toronto Blue Jays? • Syracuse SkyChiefs
As of the 2002 season, what International League team was affiliated with the Detroit Tigers? • Toledo Mud Hens
As of the 2002 season, what International League team was affiliated with the Chicago White Sox? • Charlotte Knights
As of the 2002 season, what Triple A team was affiliated with the Florida Marlins? • Calgary Cannons
What Double A baseball team plays home games in Kodak, Tennessee? • Tennessee Smokies
What major league team’s spring training facilities are located at the Osceola County Stadium in Kissimmee, Florida? • Houston Astros
What major league team’s spring training facilities are located at the Thomas J. White Stadium in Port St. Lucie, Florida? • New York Mets
Where are the Anaheim Angels’ spring training facilities located? • Tempe Diablo Stadium in Tempe
What Detroit Tigers catcher was nicknamed “The Big Wheel”? • Lance Parrish
In 1933, Chuck Klein won the National League’s Triple Crown while playing for what team? • Philadelphia Phillies
Complete the Yogi-ism, “Nobody goes there anymore, it’s ______”. • too crowded
In 1937, Joe Medwick won the National League’s Triple Crown while playing for what team? • St. Louis Cardinals
What dubious record is currently held by baseball legend, Nolan Ryan? • Most grand slams allowed
What nickname was given to outfielder, George Selkirk? • Twinkletoes
What player’s autobiography was entitled “Baby Bull: From Hardball to Hard Times and Back”? • Orlando Cepeda
In 1974, San Francisco Giants fans were angered because homerun-hitter, Willie McCovey, was traded to what team? • San Diego Padres
Professional baseball teams in Japan belong to one of two leagues. What are Japan’s two professional leagues? • Central League and Pacific League
What ballpark is located at 1060 W. Addison Street? • Wrigley Field
Jim Wynn was the first player on what major league team to hit more than 30 homeruns and 100 RBIs in one season? • Houston Astros
Who holds the Detroit Tigers’ career record for most homeruns? • Al Kaline
What was hall-of-fame pitcher, Rollie Fingers, known for? • His handlebar mustache
What was baseball hall-of-famer, Cool Papa Bell, best known for? • Speed
Which of the following players never reached the 3,000-career-hit mark? • Mickey Mantle
What Double A league is home to the Wichita Wranglers? • Texas League
What is the official name of the major leagues’ Rookie of the Year awards? • Jackie Robinson Award
Who was the major leagues’ first commissioner? • Kenesaw Landis
Who became the major leagues’ second commissioner in 1945? • Happy Chandler
What team drafted David Cone into the major leagues, later trading him to the New York Mets? • Kansas City Royals
Outfielder, Mike Kelly, was awarded the Golden Spikes Award while playing baseball for what college team? • Arizona State Sun Devils
Zack Wheat holds what major league team’s career record for most hits? • Los Angeles Dodgers
What pitcher recorded the most wins during the 1990s? • Greg Maddux
What first baseman was the first player to hit a baseball completely over the left field roof at Tiger Stadium? • Cecil Fielder
What city is home to the Japanese baseball team, the Yakult Swallows? • Tokyo
With what team did pitcher, Bill “Spaceman” Lee, end his major league playing career? • Montreal Expos
What International League team formerly played home games in Havana? • Havana Sugar Kings
What amazing feat did Cincinnati Reds pitcher, John Vandermeer, accomplish in 1938? • Recorded consecutive no-hitters
What American-born ballplayer won the Triple Crown while playing baseball in Japan in 1985? • Randy Bass
As of the 2002 season, what team was affiliated with the International League’s Durham Bulls? • Tampa Bay Devil Rays
Although this ballplayer’s first name was Pedro, he was known to most as “Tony” after he used his brother’s passport to enter the United States. • Tony Oliva
Of what nationality is former Minnesota Twins outfielder, Tony Oliva? • Cuban
Where was the legendary ballplayer, Pete Rose, born? • Cincinnati, OH
Of all the major league players with more than 3,000 career hits, which player has the most post-season hits? • Pete Rose
What team was Al Bumbry playing for when he was named the American League’s Rookie of the Year in 1973? • Baltimore Orioles
Although Tony Perez played various positions during his major league career, which position did he play most often? • First base
Of what nationality is baseball hall-of-famer, Tony Perez? • Cuban
In 1985, what former Detroit Tigers pitcher was sentenced to 23 years in prison on numerous charges, including racketeering? • Denny McLain
What team was Nolan Ryan pitching for when he recorded his 4,000th major league strikeout? • Houston Astros
In 1947, Ralph Kiner and Johnny Mize were pitted in one of the greatest homerun battles in history. Who won? • Neither (they tied at 51 homeruns each)
Eddie Murray recorded his 3,000th major league hit while playing for what team? • Cleveland Indians
What nickname did Negro League pitcher, Ted Radcliffe, earn because he also doubled as his team’s bus driver? • “Double Duty” Radcliffe
What player described himself as “the straw that stirs the drink”? • Reggie Jackson
What number did the New York Yankees retire in honor of Reggie Jackson? • Number ’44’
What team traded Ryne Sandberg to the Chicago Cubs? • Philadelphia Phillies
What legendary barnstorming baseball team was based in Pittsburgh? • Homestead Grays
What Hall of Fame outfielder joined the Puerto Rican League’s Santurce Cragrejeros during the 1954-55 season? • Roberto Clemente
What baseball league is home to the Magallanes Navigators? • Venezuelan Winter League
Baseball’s Santurce Cragrejeros belong to the Puerto Rican League. What does “Cragrejeros” mean in English? • Crabbers
Who won the first ever Rookie of the Year award in the major leagues? • Jackie Robinson
What major league team won a record-setting 116 regular season games during the 1906 season? • Chicago Cubs
Who is the only pitcher to win World Series games in three different decades during the 20th century? • Jim Palmer
Who holds the major leagues’ record for most at-bats during All-Star games during the 20th century? • Willie Mays
Waite Hoyt was known as the voice of what major league team from 1942 to 1965? • Cincinnati Reds
The legendary Mickey Mantle was named after what Hall of Fame catcher? • Mickey Cochrane
In the year 2000, what International League team became affiliated with the Cincinnati Reds? • Louisville Bats
Rogers Hornsby batted over .300 with four different major league teams. Which of the following was NOT one of the four teams? • Philadelphia Phillies
What team did manager, Lou Boudreau, coach to a World Series victory in 1948? • Cleveland Indians
Complete the famous Jackie Robinson baseball quote, “Above anything else, I hate ______”. • to lose
What position did baseball hall-of-famer, George Sisler, play? • First base
What team did Tetsuharu Kawakami lead to a record-setting nine consecutive Japan Series titles? • Tokyo Giants
During what decade was a World Series game first played under artificial light? • 1940s
What nickname was given to pitcher, Wilmer David Mizell? • Vinegar Bend
What were the Cincinnati Reds temporarily named during the 1940s? • Cincinnati Red Legs
Which of the following was never a name for the Cleveland Indians? • Cleveland Pines
What hall-of-famer is credited with inventing the fadeaway pitch? • Christy Mathewson
What nickname was given to baseball hall-of-famer, Christy Mathewson? • Big Six
What hall-of-fame pitcher was given the nickname, “The Great Expectorator”? • Gaylord Perry
What nickname was given to major league pitcher, Ewell Blackwell? • The Whip
Prior to joining the Baltimore Orioles in 1981, Cal Ripken Jr. played for what International League team? • Rochester Red Wings
Who was nicknamed “Le Grande Orange” after he was signed by the Montreal Expos? • Rusty Staub
Rusty Staub was the first major leaguer to notch 500 hits with four different teams. Which of the following was NOT one of the four teams? • Texas Rangers
What were the American League’s Mollie McGuires renamed in 1915? • Cleveland Indians
What unique major league milestone does pitcher, Burleigh Grimes, hold? • Threw the last legal spitball
What major league record is held by pitcher, Gus Weyhing? • Most hit batsmen
What nickname was given to major league pitcher, Sal Maglie? • The Barber
Who was pitching when George Brett hit his “Pine Tar Incident” homerun? • Goose Gossage
Who set a Milwaukee Brewers’ record by belting 45 homeruns during the 1979 season? • Gorman Thomas
Ron LeFlore stole an impressive 97 bases in one season while playing for what team? • Montreal Expos
What position did manager, Johnny Oates, hold during his playing career in the major leagues? • Catcher
In 1919, the Chicago White Sox lost the World Series intentionally. What team won that year? • Cincinnati Reds
Who was the first African American to play in the American League? • Larry Doby
With what team did Joe Torre end his career in the major leagues as a player? • New York Mets
Ron Fraser was twice named college baseball’s Coach of the Year while managing what team? • Miami Hurricanes
What Texas League baseball team plays home games in Shreveport? • Shreveport Swamp Dragons
What is former baseball manager, Dusty Baker’s real first name? • Johnnie
Who pitched nine complete innings, winning a gold medal for the USA at the Summer Olympics in Sydney? • Ben Sheets
What number did the Pittsburgh Pirates retire in honor of Willie Stargell? • Number ‘8’
Pitcher, Joe Niekro, hit only one homerun during his 22 years in the major leagues. Who was pitching? • Phil Niekro
What New York Yankee pitcher was awarded a Cy Young in 1977? • Sparky Lyle
Who coached the Chicago Cubs to the team’s only two World Series victories of the 20th century? • Frank Chance
Walter Johnson holds the major leagues’ career record for most shutouts by a righthander. Who holds the record for lefthanders? • Eddie Plank

Basketball 1

As of the year 2000, who held the NBA’s record for most career points? • Kareem Abdul Jabbar
What NBA forward is nicknamed the “Mailman”? • Karl Malone
What number did Larry Bird wear while playing for the Boston Celtics? • Number ’33’
How many “panels” are there on a basketball? • Eight
In the NBA, how many feet above the floor is the rim? • 10 feet
What are the border lines at either end of a basketball court called? • Baselines
Who holds the record for most points scored in one NBA game? • Wilt Chamberlain
What did James Naismith use for baskets in the first game of basketball? • Peach baskets
What NBA player starred in the movie “Double Team” with Jean Claude Van Damme? • Dennis Rodman
When was the first NBA game played? • 1949
Who holds the record for most career points in the NBA playoffs? • Michael Jordan
Where did the original basketball “Dream Team” play? • At the Barcelona Olympics in 1992
How is a game of basketball begun? • With a jump ball or center toss
In men’s college basketball, how much time is allowed by the shot clock? • 35 seconds
What is Georgetown University’s basketball team named? • Georgetown Hoyas
In basketball, what is a referee signaling when he holds both arms straight up above his head? • A successful three point shot
What city is home to the Golden State Warriors? • Oakland
How many inches in diameter is a men’s basketball? • 9 inches
In what arena do the New York Knicks play home games? • Madison Square Gardens
What type of ball did James Naismith use when he introduced basketball to his gymnastics class in 1891? • Soccer ball
What 5’7″ NBA star won the Slam Dunk competition in 1986? • Spud Webb
What is the Harlem Globetrotters’ famous theme song? • Sweet Georgia Brown
How many NBA teams are named after birds? • One
Bob Lanier was inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame for his contributions as which of the following? • Player
In the NBA how many seconds does a team have to in-bound the ball following a basket? • 5 seconds
How much time is permitted by a shot clock in the NBA? • 24 seconds
What NBA franchise had the highest winning percentage during the 20th century? • L.A. Lakers
What NBA team plays home games at the United Center? • Chicago Bulls
What term was coined by a L.A. Lakers public relations director to describe Magic Johnson’s ability to shoot, pass, and rebound? • Triple-double
Who won the NBA’s MVP award for the first time in 2000? • Shaquille O’Neal
In college basketball, players are ejected after how many fouls? • 5 fouls
In 1996, what NBA team set a record for most wins in one season? • Chicago Bulls
In the WNBA, players are ejected after how many fouls? • 6 fouls
What did NBA player Kobe Bryant’s parents name him after? • A type of Japanese beef
What basketball phenom went straight from high school to play for the L.A. Lakers in 1996? • Kobe Bryant
What team plays home games at the First Union Center? • Philadelphia 76ers
What happens if a NBA game ends in a tie? • Overtime is played
What is the University of Connecticut’s basketball team named? • Connecticut Huskies
What is the Dallas Mavericks’ mascot named? • Mavs Man
What NBA team plays home games at the Palace of Auburn Hills? • Detroit Pistons
What was Harlem Globetrotter, Hubert Ausbie’s nickname? • Geese
In the early 1980s, what university featured the “Phi Slamma Jamma” basketball team? • University of Houston
How many times did Larry Bird win the NBA scoring title? • Never
What is the University of Tennessee’s women’s basketball team named? • Tennessee Lady Volunteers
Who coached the Kentucky Wildcats to the men’s NCAA Championship in 1996? • Rick Pitino
What NBA player’s hometown is French Lick, Indiana? • Larry Bird
Who holds the record for most seasons played in the NBA during the 20th century? • Robert Parish
The Phoenix Suns play home games in what arena? • America West Arena
What basketball hall-of-famer coached Georgetown University from 1972 to 1999? • John Thompson
What NBA team’s mascot is named “Rocky the Mountain Lion”? • Denver Nuggets
What NBA team plays home games at the Charlotte Coliseum? • Hornets
Maurice Podoloff was inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame as which of the following? • Contributor
In what arena do the Cleveland Cavaliers play home games? • Gund Arena
What major change did the NCAA introduce prior to the 1986-87 basketball season? • Three-point shot
In 1995, Cornelia Gayden set the women’s Division I record for three-pointers in a single basketball game. How many did she sink? • 12 three-pointers
Of what nationality is NBA superstar, Hakeem Olajuwon? • Nigerian
What NBA star was nicknamed “The Dream”? • Hakeem Olajuwon
How old was Robert Parish when he retired? • 43
With what team did Kevin McHale play his entire NBA career? • Boston Celtics
What is Ohio State’s basketball team named? • Ohio State Buckeyes
How much money did each Trenton player reportedly receive for participating in the first pro basketball game? • $15
As of 2000, what two teams shared the NBA’s record for the longest losing streak during the regular season? • Denver Nuggets and Vancouver Grizzlies
What is Charlotte’s WNBA team called? • Charlotte Sting
What NBA team plays home games in the Delta Center? • Utah Jazz
Who is awarded the Red Auerbach Trophy? • The NBA’s coach of the year
What is the Duquesne University men’s basketball team named? • Duquesne Dukes
In 1974, the first year in which statistics were compiled in this category, Larry Steele led the NBA. What category was it? • Steals
How long is each period in a NBA game? • 12 minutes
In 1960, Wilt Chamberlain set the NBA’s record for most rebounds in one game. How many rebounds did he record? • 55 rebounds
In the NBA, how many seconds does a team have to get the ball past the midcourt line after it has been in-bounded? • 8 seconds
During the 1955 finals, the Fort Wayne Pistons played home basketball games in Indianapolis because their arena was being used for what? • A bowling tournament
What NBA team plays home games in the Continental Airlines Arena? • New Jersey Nets
What NBA team plays home games at the Philips Arena? • Atlanta Hawks
With which one of the following NBA teams did Pat Riley NOT win Coach of the Year during the 20th century? • Orlando Magic
Name the only NBA team that has been in existence for over 20 years, but did not retire any numbers during the 20th century. • L.A. Clippers
What NBA team once played in the Salt Palace? • Utah Jazz
How wide is a regulation basketball court? • 50 feet
What NBA player spent one season with the Harlem Globetrotters after leaving the University of Kansas? • Wilt Chamberlain
What colors are found on basketballs used in the WNBA? • Orange and white
Which one of the following basketball players was NOT part of the Michigan Wolverines’ original “Fab Five”? • Chris Fields
In basketball, how many inches in diameter is a rim? • 18 inches
What 5’3″ player is the smallest in NBA history? • Muggsy Bogues
What is the Indiana Pacers’ mascot named? • Boomer
What NBA team plays home games in the TD Waterhouse Center? • Orlando Magic
What Philadelphia 76er was named the MVP of the NBA All-Star game in 2001? • Allen Iverson
What school won the men’s NCAA basketball tournament in 2000? • Michigan State
Who played center for an injured Kareem Abdul-Jabbar during game six of the 1980 NBA finals? • Magic Johnson
What 320-pound NBA player graduated from LSU in 2000, after studying political science? • Shaquille O’Neal
What basketball team was the Harlem Globetrotters’ favorite opponent until 1995? • Washington Generals
What NBA player is nicknamed “Tim Bug”? • Tim Hardaway
What NBA team plays home games at the Rose Garden? • Portland Trail Blazers
In what arena do the Seattle SuperSonics play home games? • Key Arena
Ted Turner sits on the board of directors of what NBA team? • Atlanta Hawks
The Sacramento Kings play home games in what arena? • ARCO Arena
What team did Chuck Daly coach to back-to-back NBA titles? • Detroit Pistons
What NBA team plays home games in the Conseco Fieldhouse? • Indiana Pacers
What prompted Abe Pollin to change his team’s name to the Washington Wizards? • He felt that “Bullets” was too violent
Who coached Michigan State to the men’s NCAA basketball title in 2000? • Tom Izzo
What NBA star was nicknamed the “Big E”? • Elvin Hayes
What violation is called when the basketball player with the ball moves into a defender who has already established his stationary defensive position? • Charging
From 1970 to 2000, what team won the most NBA championships? • L.A. Lakers
The New York Wanderers were one of the best of the early professional basketball teams. Why was the team
named the Wanderers? • They had no home court
What is DePaul University’s men’s basketball team named? • Blue Demons
During what four months does the WNBA play? • May to August
What is the UNLV men’s basketball team named? • Runnin’ Rebels
Which of these teams did Charles Barkley NOT play for during his NBA career? • Dallas Mavericks
In 1991, what team won its first NBA title? • Chicago Bulls
By what name was legendary coach, A.J. Auerbach, better known? • Red
Who did the Seattle SuperSonics select second overall in the 1990 draft? • Gary Payton
What is the Orlando Magic’s mascot named? • Stuff
What is the Washington Wizard’s mascot named? • G.Wiz
What two teams did Clyde Drexler play for during his NBA career? • Trail Blazers and Rockets
What NBA player starred in the movie, “Kazaam”? • Shaquille O’Neal
Every year, two NBA teams start the regular season in what Asian country? • Japan
What Boston Celtic had his number “00” retired? • Robert Parish
What NCAA basketball team of the early 1990s featured the “Fab Five”? • Michigan Wolverines
What is North Carolina State’s basketball team named? • North Carolina Wolfpack
What NBA team’s logo features a winking Leprechaun? • Boston Celtics
How wide is the free throw lane in college basketball? • 12 feet
By what name is NBA player Daron Oshay Blaylock better known? • Mookie
What was the official basketball shoe of the Olympics from 1936 to 1968? • Chuck Taylor “All-Stars”
In what category did Marcus Camby lead the NBA while playing for the Toronto Raptors in 1998? • Blocked shots
Name both Chicago Bulls to lead the NBA in steals during the 20th century. • Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen
What two players won the NBA Rookie of the Year award in 2000? • Elton Brand and Steve Francis
As of 2000, who was the Charlotte Hornets’ all-time leader in blocked shots? • Alonzo Mourning
How did dribbling rules in the early days of pro basketball differ from those used in today’s game? • A two-handed dribble was allowed
What number did Isiah Thomas wear during his NBA career? • Number ’11’
What is the easternmost team in the NBA? • Boston Celtics
Since 1981, writers and broadcasters have been responsible for selecting the NBA’s MVP. Prior to this, who made the selection? • NBA players
What did Syracuse Nationals owner, Danny Biasone, invent in 1954? • Shot clock
What men’s basketball team reached the Final Four, six out of a possible seven times, from 1986 to 1992? • Duke Blue Devils
Who retired as the Detroit Pistons’ all-time career leader in points, assists, and steals? • Isiah Thomas
In 2000, what college basketball team put an end to the Harlem Globetrotters’ 1,270 game-winning streak? • Michigan State Spartans
What NBA team’s original logo featured a Dutch settler in a cotton wig, a three-cornered hat, and buckled shoes? • New York Knicks
What slick passer still held the New York Knicks’ record for career assists, twenty years after he retired? • Dick McGuire
During the dying seconds of the 1993 men’s NCAA basketball final, who called a timeout when his team had none left? • Chris Webber
What NBA team’s colors are orange, blue, and white? • New York Knicks
By what name was Globetrotter legend, Fred Neal, better known? • Curly
In the NBA, how many seconds may a player remain within the free-throw lane before a violation is committed? • Three seconds
What is an official signaling when he crosses both hands above his head? • An intentional foul
In 1993, Dan Calhoun, a fan randomly selected at a Chicago Bulls game, hit a shot from 95 feet away. What was his prize? • $1 million
As of 2000, how many top seeds had lost during the first round of the men’s NCAA basketball tournament? • None
In what city were the NBA’s Warriors originally located? • Philadelphia
When he signed with the Dallas Mavericks in 1999, who insisted on having a clause put in his contract making practices optional? • Dennis Rodman
What NBA star is nicknamed “The Answer”? • Allen Iverson
What team drafted Kevin Garnett into the NBA? • Minnesota Timberwolves
What Centenary College graduate won NBA championships with both Michael Jordan and Larry Bird? • Robert Parish
John Stockton broke what L.A. Laker’s career assists record in 1995? • Magic Johnson
Who was NBA player Isiah Thomas’ college coach? • Bobby Knight
When a college basketball referee places one arm above the other in a T-shape, what is being indicated? • A technical foul
What Atlanta Hawk led the NBA in scoring prior to Michael Jordan’s seven consecutive seasons? • Dominique Wilkins
What is Kentucky Wildcats coach, Orlando Smith’s nickname? • Tubby
What professional basketball league began playing in 1997? • WNBA
In 1951, what basketball team played in front of an incredible 75,000 fans in Berlin? • Harlem Globetrotters
Who set the men’s NCAA basketball tournament record for the most blocked shots in one game while playing for LSU? • Shaquille O’Neal
What Southeastern Conference school’s basketball team is named the “Crimson Tide”? • University of Alabama
What team drafted Allan Iverson into the NBA? • Philadelphia 76ers
What NBA player is known as “The Dunking Dutchman”? • Rik Smits
Who presented the first Olympic basketball medals at the 1936 games in Berlin? • James Naismith
Who became the Washington Wizards’ president of basketball operations in 1999? • Michael Jordan
What is the name of the Miami Heat’s mascot? • Burnie
In what arena did the Boston Celtics play home games prior to moving to the FleetCenter? • Boston Garden
Lynette Woodard was the first woman to play on what basketball team? • Harlem Globetrotters
How long is each half in college and WNBA games? • 20 minutes
What NBA player was nicknamed “The Stilt”? • Wilt Chamberlain
What occupation did Michael Jordan pursue after retiring from basketball the first time? • Professional baseball
Name Michael Jordan’s college basketball team. • North Carolina Tar Heels
How many divisions are there in the NBA? • Four
The Golden State Warriors play home games in what arena? • Arena in Oakland
What NBA passing wizard’s nickname is “Action”? • Mark Jackson
As of the year 2000, who is the only Orlando Magic player to have won the NBA Rookie of the Year award? • Shaquille O’Neal
Jack Nicholson is a dedicated fan of what NBA team? • L.A. Lakers
What Boston Celtic once said, “He is the most exciting, awesome player in the game today. I think it’s just God disguised as Michael Jordan”? • Larry Bird
What Boston Celtic won the NBA Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year, and MVP awards? • Larry Bird
What basketball player was suspended during the 1998-99 season, for allegedly choking his coach, P.J. Carlesimo? • Latrell Sprewell
What Detroit Piston won back-to-back Defensive Player of the Year awards in 1990 and 1991? • Dennis Rodman
What L.A. Laker won the Slam Dunk competition in 1997? • Kobe Bryant
Some believe that NBA coach Phil Jackson’s religion contributes to his coaching techniques. What is his religion? • Buddhism
What is legendary basketball coach, Bobby Knight’s nickname? • The General
After retiring, what Houston Rockets legend joked, “I’m just what America needs another unemployed black man”? • Charles Barkley
What team did Bobby Knight coach to three NCAA basketball titles? • Indiana Hoosiers
In what arena did the Vancouver Grizzlies play home games? • General Motors Place
What NBA star appeared in the movie, “Airplane”? • Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Who coached the Duke Blue Devils to back-to-back NCAA Championships in 1991 and 1992? • Mike Krzyzewski
What scoring maneuver did Jumpin’ Joe Fulks and Pitchin’ Paul Arizin popularize during the early years of the NBA? • The jump shot
What NBA player was named the greatest North American athlete of all-time by ESPN? • Michael Jordan
What NBA superstar is nicknamed “The Glove”? • Gary Payton
What was NBA player James Worthy’s nickname? • Big Game James
Who won his first of many NBA scoring titles in 1987? • Michael Jordan
How many teams remain after the first two rounds of the men’s NCAA basketball tournament? • 16 teams
How many NBA teams are located in New York state? • One
Jerry Reinsdorf is best known for his ownership of what basketball team? • Chicago Bulls
In what city did the Jazz play home games before moving to Utah? • New Orleans
What is “Shaq Fu: Da Return”? • A Shaquille O’Neal rap album
In what arena did the Dallas Mavericks play home games during the 1990s? • Reunion Arena
What former Chicago Bull wrote a children’s book entitled “Reach Higher”? • Scottie Pippen
Dominique Wilkins is the all-time leading scorer of what NBA team? • Atlanta Hawks
In 1961, Dean Smith was named head basketball coach of what university? • University of North Carolina
How tall is NBA player Shawn Bradley? • 7’6″
What is Texas A&M’s basketball team named? • Texas A&M Aggies
What NBA team’s mascot is a dunking gorilla? • Phoenix Suns
In 2000, what New York Knicks legend was traded to the Seattle SuperSonics in a massive, multi-team trade? • Patrick Ewing
As of the 2002 season, how many regular season games did teams play in the NBA? • 82 games
What NBA team plays home games at the MCI Center? • Washington Wizards
In 1999, Michael Kettman set a world record for most basketballs spun simultaneously. How many balls did he spin? • 28 balls
What former basketball player was named the NBA’s Coach of the Year in 1998? • Larry Bird
Name the only Utah Jazz player to win the NBA’s MVP award during the 20th century. • Karl Malone
Who was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame for his contribution to the development of the basketball shoe? • Charles Taylor
What Purdue All-American, and future basketball coach, once made 138 consecutive free throws? • John Wooden
What is Cleveland’s WNBA team named? • Cleveland Rockers
As of the year 2000, what NBA career top ten category consisted entirely of active players? • Three-pointers made
What basketball league featured such teams as the Colorado Explosion, Chicago Condors, and New England Blizzard? • American Basketball League
What NBA player is nicknamed “The Worm”? • Dennis Rodman
What is the University of Illinois’ basketball team named? • Illinois Fighting Illini
What WNBA team did Lisa Leslie join in 1997? • L.A. Sparks
In 1953, Bob Cousy set a NBA record for the most free throws made in a playoff game. Of his 32 shots, how many did he sink? • 30 free throws
In basketball, how many assists can be awarded for each basket? • One
What L.A. Laker led the NBA in field-goal percentage in 1998? • Shaquille O’Neal
The University of Northern Arizona’s men’s basketball team is named the Lumberjacks. What is the women’s team named? • Northern Arizona Lumberjills
What future L.A. Lakers legend set Michigan State’s single-game assists record in the late 1970s? • Magic Johnson
Joseph Odhiambo holds the world record for simultaneously dribbling how many basketballs at one time? • 5 balls
What basketball team celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2001? • Harlem Globetrotters
What NBA team’s logo depicts a flaming horse? • Detroit Pistons
What is the University of Nebraska’s basketball team named? • Nebraska Cornhuskers
How much time is there between halves at a NBA game? • 15 minutes
What NBA team shares its arena with the NHL’s Avalanche? • Denver Nuggets
What type of foul is defined as “unnecessary and/or excessive contact committed by a player against an opponent”? • A flagrant foul
Walter Frazier was inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame as which of the following? • Player
What NBA legend is nicknamed “Air”? • Michael Jordan
What team traded Grant Hill to the Orlando Magic? • Detroit Pistons
What two teams joined the NBA in 1988? • Miami Heat and Charlotte Hornets
Fresno State, Gonzaga, Yale, and several other schools all share what basketball team name? • Bulldogs
What two Toronto Raptors participated in the 2000 NBA All-Star Slam Dunk competition? • Tracy McGrady and Vince Carter
By what nickname is former NBA player, Jerome Anthony Webb, better known? • Spud Webb
William “Red” Holzman was inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame as which of the following? • Coach
What is the University of Arizona’s basketball team named? • Arizona Wildcats
What NBA team plays home games at the Alamodome? • San Antonio Spurs
Who replaced Larry Bird as head coach of the Indiana Pacers? • Isiah Thomas
What NBA player is nicknamed “The Admiral”? • David Robinson
What is Seton Hall’s basketball team named? • Seton Hall Pirates
How many winning seasons did the L.A. Clippers have during the 20th century? • Five seasons
What NBA player is nicknamed “Zo”? • Alonzo Mourning
What is the University of Kansas’ basketball team named? • Kansas Jayhawks
What team joined the NBA in the same year as the Toronto Raptors? • Vancouver Grizzlies
What college is home to the Minutemen basketball team? • University of Massachusetts
What basketball team name do Villanova, Weber State, and Northwestern all share? • Wildcats
What is former NBA player Bryant Reeves’ nickname? • Big Country
What shoe did Nike name after Michael Jordan? • Air Jordan
What basketball team name do Mount St. Mary’s, West Virginia, and Appalachian State all share? • Mountaineers
In the NBA, how many seconds does a player have to make a free throw? • 10 seconds
What country’s basketball league features Olympiakos and Panathinaikos? • Greece
What NBA player was nicknamed “The Big O”? • Oscar Robertson
What sport drink was endorsed by Michael Jordan? • Gatorade
What former Chicago Bull was nicknamed the “Pink Panther”? • Toni Kukoc
In 1998, what NBA All-Star competition was canceled to the extreme displeasure of many basketball fans? •
Slam Dunk competition
What NBA player’s nicknames include “The Round Mound of Rebound” and “Sir Charles”? • Charles Barkley
Who won the NBA’s first three All-Star Shootout competitions? • Larry Bird
What is Indiana State’s basketball team named? • Indiana State Sycamores
What former NBA player competed against Al Gore for the Democratic presidential nomination? • Bill Bradley
In what country was basketball star, Patrick Ewing, born? • Jamaica
What piece of basketball equipment was first introduced in 1914? • The net
What was Kentucky’s ABA basketball team named? • Kentucky Colonels
What is the University of Utah’s men’s basketball team named? • Utah Utes
What part of historic Boston Garden do the Celtics still use during every basketball game at the FleetCenter? • Parquet floor

Basketball 2

What was NBA star, Wilt Chamberlain’s career free throw percentage? • 0.511
Beginning in 1959, how many consecutive times did the Boston Celtics win the NBA championship? • 8 times
Who was the first men’s basketball All-American from Virginia Tech? • Dell Curry
What NBA team selected Danny Manning first overall in the 1988 draft? • L.A. Clippers
During his 14-year career, how many times did Wilt Chamberlain lead the NBA in rebounding? • 11 times
Who won the most NBA Defensive Player of the Year awards during the 20th century? • Dikembe Mutombo
For eleven years, WNBA star Cynthia Cooper, played overseas. In what country did she play? • Italy
As of the 2002 season, who had won the most NBA scoring titles? • Michael Jordan
As of the 2002 season, what team held the NBA record for most consecutive playoff wins at home? • Chicago Bulls
Earl Strom was inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame as which of the following? • Referee
What WNBA star is nicknamed “The Flowery Inferno”? • Lisa Leslie
What Pittsburgh-based basketball team won the first ABA championship? • Pittsburgh Pipers
Name the only team to defeat three number one seeds during a single men’s NCAA Tournament. Hint: it happened in 1997. • Arizona Wildcats
How many periods of overtime were played when Wilt Chamberlain scored 100 points in one NBA game? • None
During the 1990s, who won the NBA Coach of the Year award three times? • Pat Riley
At what college did Kenny Anderson play basketball? • Georgia Tech
Teresa Edwards was the first female college basketball player to have her jersey number retired. What school retired her number? • University of Georgia
What trophy is awarded to the NBA rookie-of-the-year? • Eddie Gottlieb Trophy
Where did the NBA’s Golden State Warriors play before moving to Oakland? • Philadelphia
With what team did Robert Parish begin his NBA career in 1976? • Golden State Warriors
Who coached the Boston Celtics to two NBA championships during the 1960s, while still playing for the team? • Bill Russell
Larry Costello was the first coach of what NBA team? • Milwaukee Bucks
Who has appeared in the most NBA All-Star games? • Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
In 1970, Austin Carr scored 71 points in one game, setting a record for which school? • University of Notre Dame
In 1975, what team did Al Attles coach to its last NBA crown of the 20th century? • Golden State Warriors
What NBA team had two players win rookie-of-the-year honors during the 1990s? • Toronto Raptors
Which NBA player’s biography is entitled, “I Love Being the Enemy”? • Reggie Miller
Who were the Philadelphia Warriors playing when Wilt Chamberlain scored 100 points in one game? • New York Knicks
In 1997, which team won the men’s basketball NCAA Championship? Hint: the game went into overtime. • University of Arizona
What was Boston Celtics star, Nate Archibald’s nickname? • Tiny
What NBA team drafted Steve Francis second overall in 1999? • Vancouver Grizzlies
Which of these players was not a member of the original Olympic basketball “Dream Team”? • Mark Price
During the 1990s, what basketball team won the men’s NCAA Tournament once and tied for third place four times? • North Carolina Tar Heels
During the 20th century, who was named to the most All-NBA First Teams? • Karl Malone
What is Wichita State’s basketball team named? • Wichita State Shockers
What two schools captured the men’s NCAA Championship twice during the 1990s? • Duke and Kentucky
What slick passer led the NBA in assists every year from 1953 to 1960? • Bob Cousy
What NBA team did the “Cooz” play for? • Boston Celtics
In men’s college basketball, who held the Division I career record for scoring during the 20th century? • Pete Maravich
Jerry West was the NCAA Tournament’s leading scorer in 1959 and 1960 while playing for what team? • West Virginia Mountaineers
What San Antonio Spur led the NBA in scoring in 1979? • George Gervin
Who was the first rookie to be named the NBA Finals MVP? • Magic Johnson
What NBA team was formerly known as the Chicago Zephyrs? • Washington Wizards
Who was the first coach to lead the Orlando Magic to the NBA finals? • Brian Hill
What was Old Dominion star, Nancy Lieberman’s nickname? • Lady Magic
How many times did Julius Erving lead the NBA in scoring? • Never
In whose honor did the Milwaukee Bucks retire the number “1”? • Oscar Robertson
Dave Cowens played for the Boston Celtics and what other NBA team? • Milwaukee Bucks
What Boston Celtics star was nicknamed “Hondo”? • John Havlicek
What Boston Celtics legend was nicknamed “Houdini of the Hardwood”? • Bob Cousy
In 1962, who set the NBA record for most points in one season. Hint: he scored an impressive 4,029 points. • Wilt Chamberlain
How is the recipient of the NBA’s IBM Award selected? • By computer formula
Who is the only player to have earned three unanimous First Team All-American selections, while also capturing three men’s NCAA titles? • Lewis Alcindor
In 1971, what team did Larry Costello coach to its only NBA title of the 20th century? • Milwaukee Bucks
What college did Kevin McHale attend? • University of Minnesota
Prior to David Robinson, who was the last San Antonio Spur to lead the NBA in scoring? • George Gervin
What Philadelphia 76er was the NBA’s career leader in steals when he retired in 1993? • Maurice Cheeks
At what school did Danny Ainge play college basketball? • Brigham Young
What defensive stalwart usually played the role of sixth man for the almighty “Showtime” Lakers? • Michael Cooper
Name the two teams that won men’s NCAA basketball titles in four different decades during the 20th century. • Kentucky Wildcats and Indiana Hoosiers
What NBA award did Hubie Brown win in 1978? • Coach of the Year
Who did the Charlotte Hornets select first overall at the 1991 NBA draft? • Larry Johnson
How did the New Jersey Nets’ Drazen Petrovic die in 1993? • Traffic accident
Paul Gaston is best known for his ownership of what NBA team? • Boston Celtics
Leslie Alexander is best known for his ownership of what NBA team? • Houston Rockets
In 2000, what NBA owner was fined three times in eight days for abusing officials? • Mark Cuban
Which NBA player co-starred with Billy Crystal in the movie, “My Giant”? • Gheorghe Muresan
As of 2000, who had more career steals in the NBA? • Hakeem Olajuwon
In what city did Larry Bird play his last official basketball game? • Barcelona
Morgan Wooten made history by becoming the first person inducted into the Hall of Fame based solely on his work at what level of basketball? • High school
Who was the first person to start in four straight Final Four basketball tournaments? • Christian Laettner
During the 2000 season, who set the NBA’s record for most games played with the same team? • John Stockton
What NBA team played home games in the Omni until 1998? • Atlanta Hawks
Whose biography is entitled “Tower of Power”? • Hakeem Olajuwon
Who was the last Boston Celtic to lead the NBA in assists during the 20th century? • Bob Cousy
What NBA team’s mascot is named “Hip Hop”? • Philadelphia 76ers
What is NBA Coach of the Year recipient “Doc” Rivers’ real first name? • Glenn
In what arena do the Milwaukee Bucks play home games? • Bradley Center
What basketball star hosted “Saturday Night Live” on September 28th, 1991? • Michael Jordan
What NBA player was nicknamed “Zeke from Cabin Creek”? • Jerry West
Jerry Buss is best known for his ownership of what NBA team? • Los Angeles Lakers
At what school did Bill Russell play college basketball? • University of San Francisco
Who had the number “10” retired in his honor by the Philadelphia 76ers? • Maurice Cheeks
As of 2000, Lenny Wilkens ranked in the NBA’s career top ten in which player category? • Assists
What NBA team did Flip Saunders lead to the playoffs for the first time? • Minnesota Timberwolves
What Georgetown graduate did the Denver Nuggets select fourth overall in the 1991 NBA draft? • Dikembe Mutombo
Who coached basketball’s Olympic “Dream Team” in 1996? • Lenny Wilkens
What NBA team retired the numbers of Dick Van Arsdale and Walter Davis? • Phoenix Suns
Who coached the Tennessee Lady Volunteers to six NCAA Championships in basketball? • Pat Summitt
What Milwaukee Buck starred in the movie, “He Got Game”? • Ray Allen
What college basketball team plays home games in the Yates Fieldhouse? • Georgetown Hoyas
What Milwaukee Buck won the NBA All-Star Shootout competition in 2001? • Ray Allen
How many times did Wilt Chamberlain foul out during his NBA career? • Never
Jerry Sloan held his first head coaching job with what NBA team? • Chicago Bulls
What NBA team selected Karl Malone in the 1985 draft? • Utah Jazz
When was Latrell Sprewell selected in the 1992 NBA draft? • 24th
Fan voting determines the starting players for the NBA All-Star game. Who picks the remaining members of each team? • NBA coaches
What is Tulsa University’s basketball team named? • Tulsa Golden Hurricane
What NBA record does Vern Mikkelsen hold? • Most career disqualifications
Which of these NBA teams did Sam Cassell NOT play for during the 20th century? • Washington Bullets
In what arena did the Toronto Raptors play home games prior to moving to the Air Canada Centre? • SkyDome
What team won the last four WNBA titles of the 20th century? • Houston Comets
What is Penn State’s men’s basketball team named? • Penn State Nittany Lions
What is Muggsy Bogues’ real first name? • Tyrone
What UCLA basketball star won an incredible three Final Four MOP awards? • Lewis Alcindor
Who did the Toronto Raptors trade to the Golden State Warriors for the rights to Vince Carter? • Antawn Jamison
Of the original 11 NBA franchises, only two teams have never moved or folded. Name them. • Boston Celtics and New York Knicks
At what school did Detroit Pistons legend, Bob Lanier, play college basketball? • St. Bonaventure University
In 1993, who became the first Dallas Maverick to record a triple-double? • Mark Aguirre
By what name was Harlem Globetrotters star, Reese Tatum, better known? • Goose
What NBA team signed former University of Massachusetts coach, John Calipari, to a five year $15 million dollar contract? • New Jersey Nets
What school’s women’s basketball team did Linda Sharp coach to back-to-back NCAA crowns in 1983 and 1984? • University of Southern California
What college basketball team made Ernie Kent its head coach in 1997? • Oregon Ducks
How many times did Michael Jordan lead the NBA in steals? • Three times
What Canadian-born North Carolina graduate did the Boston Celtics select 24th overall in the 1991 draft? • Rick Fox
In 1990, the Phoenix Suns set the NBA record for most points scored in one half. How many points did they score? • 107 points
Also known as the “duffer shot”, what technique was banned from college basketball games in 1967? • Slam dunks
What L.A. Sparks star once scored an unbelievable 101 points in the first half of a high school basketball game? • Lisa Leslie
What Georgetown University graduate won the NBA’s Rookie of the Year award in 1997? • Allen Iverson
During the 1990s, the Kentucky Wildcats captured two men’s NCAA Basketball Championships under two different coaches. Name the coaches. • Tubby Smith and Rick Pitino
In 1957, Wilt Chamberlain led the NCAA Basketball Tournament in scoring while playing for what school? • University of Kansas
Marquette, Saint Louis, and South Florida belong to what conference in college basketball? • Conference USA
At what school were Ed Krause, John Moir, and Paul Nowak three-time unanimous basketball All-Americans? • University of Notre Dame
What Philadelphia 76er won a NBA championship in 1967, later becoming a successful coach, a broadcaster with CBS, and a part-owner of the Miami Heat? • Billy Cunningham
Kevin Bradshaw set the men’s NCAA basketball record for most points scored in one game against a Division I opponent. How many points did he score? • 72 points
Who was the only Indiana Hoosier graduate to win the NBA Rookie of the Year award during the 20th century? • Chuck Person
What NBA team retired the numbers of Buck Williams and John Williamson? • New Jersey Nets
What two teams won their first and only NBA championships of the 20th century, while playing each other in back-to-back finals in 1978 and 1979? • Bullets and SuperSonics
Which of the following teams was not coached by Celtics star, Dave Cowens? • New Jersey Nets
What NBA team retired the numbers of Willis Reed and Dick Barnett? • New York Knicks
Who won the NBA Rookie of the Year award in 1977? Hint: he played for the Buffalo Braves, Utah Jazz, and Detroit Pistons. • Adrian Dantley
In 1985, Bernard King led the NBA in scoring while playing for what team? • New York Knicks
According to the official NBA rules, what must all coaches and assistant coaches wear during games? • A suit coat or a sport coat
Jack Ramsay was inducted into the basketball Hall of Fame as which of the following? • Coach
What position did Chicago Bulls broadcaster, Johnny Kerr, hold with the team during its inaugural season in 1966? • Coach
Tom Heinsohn, Bob Cousy, Bill Russell, and K.C. Jones all played for what NBA team? • Boston Celtics
In 2000, who surpassed Wilt Chamberlain to take over second place on the NBA’s career scoring list? • Karl Malone
Who won his 877th basketball game in 1997, moving him past Adolph Rupp as the winningest coach in NCAA history? • Dean Smith
Avery Johnson set the Division I basketball career record for most assists per game. Name his school. • Southern University
What NBA team retired the numbers of Alex English and Byron Beck? • Denver Nuggets
In the early 1940s, what change did a 6’10” DePaul University star force NCAA officials to introduce? • A goaltending rule
During the 20th century, which of these NBA teams had the worst record? • L.A. Clippers
What NBA legend’s nicknames include “Dippy”, “Dipper”, and “Big Dipper”? • Wilt Chamberlain
Which of the following players did NOT have his numbers retired by the Harlem Globetrotters during the 20th century? • Hubert Ausbie
How many NCAA basketball titles did the legendary Jerry West win? • None
What college basketball team did P.J. Carlesimo coach to the men’s Final Four in 1989? • Seton Hall Pirates
Who coached the University of Connecticut women’s basketball team during the 1990s? • Geno Auriemma
At what college did Richard “Digger” Phelps coach basketball? • University of Notre Dame
What was the Cleveland Cavaliers’ first arena named? • Cleveland Arena
Name Wilt Chamberlain’s college basketball team. • Kansas Jayhawks
Who led the NBA in scoring seven times during the 1960s? • Wilt Chamberlain
Who was the first person ever drafted by the Charlotte Hornets? • Rex Chapman
What is Brigham Young University’s basketball team named? • Brigham Young Cougars
Of what nationality is basketball player, Luc Longley? • Australian
How many NBA teams are located in Texas? • Three
Who is the Cleveland Cavaliers’ all-time assists leader? • Mark Price
What is the home state of basketball players Bill Russell, Bill Sharman, and Bill Walton? • California
Which of the following players was not a member of the Golden State Warrior trio known as “Run TMC”? • Tim Duncan
Basketball stars, Glenn Robinson and Brad Miller, are alumni of what school? • Purdue University
What is Phoenix’s WNBA team named? • Phoenix Mercury
What team did Danny Manning lead to the NCAA Basketball Finals in 1988? • Kansas Jayhawks
Which of the following players was the first to join the NBA? • George Mikan
Before the rule was removed in 1974, what were college basketball players required to do after being called for a foul? • Raise an arm
Two teams share the NBA’s playoff record with 11 consecutive losses. Name them. • Baltimore Bullets and Denver Nuggets
Which of these basketball players did not play at Duke University? • Chris Mills
What team did the legendary Adolph Rupp coach to four NCAA basketball titles? • Kentucky Wildcats
At what school did Cherokee Parks play college basketball? • Duke University
Who was the Miami Heats’ first head coach? • Ron Rothstein
In whose honor did the Boston Celtics retire the number “32”? • Kevin McHale
Prior to the 1993-94 season, what change was made to the shot clock in men’s college basketball? • Reduced from 45 to 35 seconds
Arizona and Arizona State are members of what basketball conference? • Pacific-10
How many NCAA basketball titles did Grant Hill win at Duke? • Two
What 3rd seeded school was eliminated by 14th seeded Weber State University during the 1999 men’s NCAA Tournament? • University of North Carolina
In 1997, what Vancouver Grizzly was a unanimous selection to the NBA’s All-Rookie First Team? • Sharif Abdur-Rahim
In NCAA college basketball, what score is recorded if a game is forfeited? • 2 to 0
What player led the Purdue Boilermakers to the national championship in 1932, later becoming one of basketball’s most successful college coaches? • John Wooden
Which of the following numbers did Michael Jordan NOT wear during his NBA career? • Number ’24’
Who won the first All-Star Slam Dunk competition during the ABA’s final season? • Julius Erving
What basketballer popularized the “Pearl Move”? • Earl Monroe
Which of these basketballers was not a Michigan Wolverine graduate? • Kevin Willis
What NBA player’s biography is entitled “For the Love of the Game”? • Michael Jordan
How much time is allowed on the shot clock in the WNBA? • 30 seconds
UCLA, Washington State, and Arizona belong to what basketball conference? • Pacific-10
What team traded Julius Erving to the Philadelphia 76ers for $3,000,000? • New Jersey Nets
What New York Knicks fan wrote the biography, “Best Seat in the House”? • Spike Lee
Who plays the head coach in the basketball movie, “Hoosiers”? • Gene Hackman
Who was named the Naismith Women’s Coach of the Century? • Pat Summitt
What is Central Michigan University’s men’s basketball team named? • Chippewas
What Cleveland Cavalier won back-to-back NBA Shootout competitions in 1993 and 1994? • Mark Price
What NBA team retired the numbers of Larry Weinberg and Dave Twardzik? • Portland Trail Blazers
What famous Harlem Globetrotter is now a traveling evangelist? • Meadowlark Lemon
Who was the Orlando Magic’s first head coach? • Matt Guokas
Which basketball player’s autobiography is entitled “Bad As I Wanna Be”? • Dennis Rodman
What was NBA star, Pete Maravich’s nickname? • Pistol Pete
What legendary Boston Celtics coach was famous for lighting up a cigar to celebrate victories? • Red Auerbach
Who led the NBA in rebounding from 1992 to 1998? • Dennis Rodman
In the NBA, how far is the free throw line from the baseline? • 15 feet
How long is an overtime period in a regular season women’s NCAA basketball game? • 5 minutes
What is Seattle’s WNBA team named? • Seattle Storm
What NCAA basketball team won a record 88 consecutive games in the early 1970s? • UCLA Bruins
Which of these basketball players did not attend Georgia Tech? • Shandon Anderson
What two NBA players tied for rookie-of-the-year honors in 1995? • Grant Hill and Jason Kidd
What is the southernmost team in the NBA? • Miami Heat
In 1986, who scored a record-setting 63 points in one playoff game against the Boston Celtics? • Michael Jordan
Chamique Holdsclaw won NCAA Tournament MOP awards in 1997 and 1998 while playing basketball for which school? • University of Tennessee
Why was Harlem Globetrotter and NBA player, Nat Clifton, nicknamed “Sweetwater”? • His love of soda pop
Who was the first basketball coach to notch over 50 wins in men’s NCAA Tournament competition, and to make it to the Final Four in four different decades? • Dean Smith
At what school did Ray Allen, Clifford Robinson, and Travis Knight play college basketball? • University of Connecticut
Which of the following basketballers was not on the North Carolina team that won the men’s NCAA Championship in 1982? • Al Wood
What NBA team’s mascot is named “Crunch”? • Minnesota Timberwolves
In 1986, who became the head coach of the men’s basketball team at the University of Connecticut? • Jim Calhoun
Who is the only foreign-born player on the NBA’s list of the 50 greatest players of all time? • Hakeem Olajuwon
During the 1980s, two New York Knicks won rookie-of-the-year honors. Name them. • Patrick Ewing and Mark Jackson
By the end of the 1999-2000 season, what NBA team had a league-leading 608 consecutive sold-out games? • Chicago Bulls
What NBA team made Nick Anderson its first draft selection ever? • Orlando Magic
What current NBA team was previously known as the Dallas Chaparrals? • San Antonio Spurs
At what university was Nancy Lieberman a three-time All-American basketball player? • Old Dominion University
At what college did Antonio McDyess, Latrell Sprewell, and Robert Horry play basketball? • University of Alabama
Who did the Golden State Warriors receive from the Orlando Magic in exchange for three future first round draft choices, and the rights to Anfernee Hardaway? • Chris Webber
What college did basketball hall-of-famer, Don Haskins, coach for over 30 years? • University of Texas at El Paso
What was basketballer, Fred Carter’s nickname? • Mad Dog
What NBA team does Microsoft co-founder, Paul Allen, own? • Portland Trail Blazers
During the 20th century, how many Los Angeles Lakers won the Rookie of the Year award? • None
What former New York Knicks star was elected president of the NBA Players Association in 1997? • Patrick Ewing
What was Providence’s Basketball Association of America team named? • Steamrollers
What Charlotte Hornet led the NBA in steals during the 1999-2000 season? • Eddie Jones
Of what nationality was basketball inventor, James Naismith? • Canadian
What NBA team selected Damon Stoudamire 7th overall in the 1995 draft? • Toronto Raptors
What is Isiah Thomas and George Mikan’s home state? • Illinois
During the 20th century, only two Houston Rockets won the NBA’s MVP award. Name them. • Hakeem Olajuwon and Moses Malone
Which player portrayed Wilt Chamberlain in the movie, “Rebound”? • Kevin Garnett
What legendary college basketball coach was nicknamed the “Baron of Bluegrass”? • Adolf Rupp
What is the highest number that a player is allowed to wear in the NBA? • 55
Which of the following schools was not coached by basketball legend, Jerry Tarkanian, during the 20th century? • USC
What do basketball player A.C. Green’s initials stand for? • Nothing
What city was once home to the NBA’s Olympians? • Indianapolis
What NBA team plays home games in an arena named after a drink? • Denver Nuggets
What basketball league features such teams as the Quad City Thunder, Grand Rapids Hoops, and Yakima Sun Kings? • Continental Basketball Association
What team set a NBA record for the best winning percentage on the road in 1972? • L.A. Lakers
Which basketball player was known as “Dollar Bill”? • Bill Bradley
What is basketball player, Blue Edward’s real first name? • Theodore
Why did NBA star, Bill Russell, miss the first 24 games of his rookie season in 1956? • He played in the Olympics
Who was the last L.A. Clippers coach of the 20th century to have a winning record? • Larry Brown
What country won the men’s Olympic basketball gold medal at the Seoul Olympics in 1988? • Soviet Union
What team did the Chicago Bulls defeat in back-to-back NBA finals in 1997 and 1998? • Utah Jazz
What was Virginia’s ABA basketball team named? • Virginia Squires
What basketball player was nicknamed “Chocolate Thunder”? • Darryl Dawkins
What city hosted the NBA’s All-Star game in 2001? • Washington D.C.
What is Providence College’s men’s basketball team named? • Providence Friars
What was Michael Jordan’s major at university? • Geography
What NBA team was once based in Fort Wayne? • Detroit Pistons
At what school did Terry Baker play in basketball’s Final Four, and also win the Heisman Trophy? • Oregon State
What Boston Celtics hall-of-famer once drove a garbage truck? • Larry Bird
What NBA coach reached the 500-career-wins mark the fastest? • Phil Jackson
Basketball made its debut as an Olympic sport in 1936. What country hosted the games that year? • Germany
Following his defection to the U.S. in 2000, Lazaro Borrell became the first player from what country to play in the NBA? • Cuba
What team won the most women’s NCAA titles during the 20th century? • Tennessee Lady Volunteers
What was Oakland’s ABA basketball team named? • Oakland Oaks
Where does NBA player, Reggie Miller, have a tattoo of a star? • His belly button
What NBA team retired broadcaster, Johnny Most’s microphone? • Boston Celtics
What NBA franchise was known as the “Americans” while playing in the ABA? • New Jersey Nets
What country’s basketball season culminates with the Budweiser Basketball Championship? • England
What Chicago Bull won the All-Star Shootout competition three times during the 1990s? • Craig Hodges
Prior to Phil Jackson, who was the last person to coach the L.A. Lakers to a NBA title? • Pat Riley
How many times did Julius Erving appear in the NCAA Basketball Tournament? • Never
What NBA team retired a microphone in honor of broadcaster, David Zinkoff? • Philadelphia 76ers
What nickname was given to Boston Celtic, Jim Barnes? • Bad News

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In 1988 Michael Cage led the NBA in rebounding while playing for what team? • L.A. Clippers
How many Boston Celtics won the NBA scoring title during the 20th century? • None
What team won the first ever NBA championship in 1950? • Minneapolis Lakers
What St. Louis Hawk won the NBA’s first MVP award? • Bob Pettit
Which of the following NBA players was NOT selected as a First Team all-star ten or more times during the 20th century? • Magic Johnson
Who leads the NBA with a career field goal percentage of .599? • Artis Gilmore
Who holds the men’s NCAA Division I record for the most points scored in a single basketball season? • Pete Maravich
Which of these teams did Pete Maravich NOT play for during his NBA career? • New York Knicks
What NBA team drafted Vince Carter fifth overall in 1998? • Golden State Warriors
Who was selected first overall in the 1970 NBA draft? • Bob Lanier
Who received the NBA’s first Coach of the Year award while working for the St. Louis Hawks? • Harry Gallatin
Curtis Staples set the men’s NCAA Division I record for most career three-point field goals. Name his school. • University of Virginia
What hall-of-famer was drafted from Florida State by the Boston Celtics in 1970? • Dave Cowens
In what year did the NCAA begin using a shot clock for basketball games? • 1985
What university captured the inaugural men’s NCAA basketball championship in 1939? • University of Oregon
Who led the NBA in three-point field-goal percentage in 2000? • Hubert Davis
Bob Bender has the rare distinction of having played for two different basketball teams in the NCAA Finals. Name both schools. • Duke and Indiana
Who won the NBA rookie-of-the-year honors in 1979? • Larry Bird
Who led the NBA in scoring during its inaugural season in 1949-50? • George Mikan
Bob McAdoo led the NBA in scoring from 1974 to 1976 while playing for what team? • Buffalo Braves
How many NBA championships did the Boston Celtics win from 1960 to 1970? • Nine
What NBA team held the best winning percentage at home during the 20th century? • L.A. Lakers
Which of the following basketball teams was established first? • New York Celtics
Name the only Denver Nugget to lead the NBA in scoring during the 20th century. • Alex English
What college and NBA star died at the age of 40 while playing pick-up ball? • Pete Maravich
The L.A. Lakers hold a NBA record with 13 consecutive wins in the playoffs. Name the two other teams that have won 12 in a row. • Detroit Pistons or San Antonio Spurs
Kobe Bryant’s father also played in the NBA. What was his nickname? • Jelly Bean
Which of the following NBA coaches did NOT win a Coach of the Year award with the Lakers during the 20th century? • John Kundla
With what team did Elvin Hayes play his first three seasons of professional basketball? • San Diego Rockets
Who put an end to John Stockton’s nine consecutive seasons as the NBA’s leader in assists? • Mark Jackson
What NBA team’s players won the most All-Star Slam Dunk competitions during the 20th century? • Atlanta Hawks
Who did the New Jersey Nets select first overall at the 1990 draft? • Derrick Coleman
Who received an Honorary Harlem Globetrotter Award in 2000? • Pope John Paul II
Of the following NBA players, who scored the most points during the 1980s? • Alex English
What NBA team was Larry Brown coaching when he recorded his 1,000th career victory? • Philadelphia 76ers
Oscar Robertson led the NBA in assists for six seasons while playing for what team? • Cincinnati Royals
As of 2000, who was the only player listed in the NBA’s top ten in both career scoring and assists? • Oscar Robertson
Who was the first NBA player to score 2000 points in one season? • George Yardley
What team reached the Final Four with five different coaches during the 20th century? • Kansas Jayhawks
The Cleveland Cavaliers had the first pick in the NBA draft twice during the 20th century. Name the two players they selected. • Austin Carr and Brad Daugherty
At what school did Popeye Jones play college basketball? • Murray State
What NBA team did Stan Kroeke purchase in 2000? • Denver Nuggets
What amazing feat was first accomplished by NBA star, Nate Thurmond? • A quadruple-double
Name the only two people inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame as both players and coaches. • Lenny
Wilkens and John Wooden
Donald T. Sterling is best known for his ownership of what NBA team? • L.A. Clippers
What Dallas Maverick had his number “15” retired by the team? • Brad Davis
Senator, Herb Kohl, is best known for his ownership of what NBA team? • Milwaukee Bucks
Who was the first African-American drafted by a NBA team? • Chuck Cooper
At what university did Mitch Richmond play basketball? • Kansas State University
What NBA team was originally known as the Rochester Royals? • Sacramento Kings
In 1993, Spud Webb played his most productive NBA game ever, setting a personal best for most points in one game. How many points did he net? • 34 points
Who was the first African-American to play in a NBA game? • Earl Lloyd
Which of the following players did NOT have his number retired by the Washington Wizards? • Nate McMillan
Who was the only coach to win championships in both the ABA and NBA? • Alex Hannum
Which of the following players did not have his number retired by the Golden State Warriors during the 20th century? • Alex English
What NBA team selected Chris Webber first overall in the 1993 draft? • Orlando Magic
Who holds the men’s NCAA record for most points scored against a Division I team in a single basketball game? • Kevin Bradshaw
With what team did rookie, Elvin Hayes, win his first and only NBA scoring title? • San Diego Rockets
Which of the following basketball tournaments is the oldest? • NIT Championship
What shot did basketball player, Angelo “Hank” Luisetti, popularize during the 1930s? • One-handed shot
Chuck Connors, star of the TV western “The Rifleman”, played for what NBA team? • Boston Celtics
In 1991, Jackie Givens set the women’s NCAA record for most points in a single basketball game. How many points did she score? • 67 points
Danny Biasone was inducted into the NBA Hall of Fame as which of the following? • Contributor
At what school did NFL commissioner, Paul Tagliabue, play college basketball? • Georgetown
For ten NBA seasons, Harry Gallatin played through sickness and injury without ever missing a game, earning what nickname? • The Horse
Known as the “Harrisburg Houdini” and the “Blond Bomber”, Bob Davies is considered to be the creator of what basketball maneuver? • The behind-the-back dribble
What Minneapolis Laker was so dominant that he was listed as the opponent on the marquee at Madison
Square Gardens, instead of his team? • George Mikan
During the 2000 playoffs, the Indiana Pacers’ owners bought back tickets from season ticket holders to prevent what team’s fans from purchasing them? • New York Knicks
In 1997, what NBA player had his number “22” retired by the University of Houston? • Clyde Drexler
In 1972, what team set the NBA record for the lowest scoring average in one season? • Milwaukee Bucks
How many teams did Moses Malone play for during his ABA and NBA careers? • 9 teams
What Philadelphia 76er was nicknamed the “Kangaroo Kid” because of his superior jumping ability? • Billy Cunningham
In 1982, what team set the NBA’s record for the highest scoring average in one season? • Denver Nuggets
In 1950, Chuck Cooper became the first African-American selected in a NBA draft. What team drafted him? • Boston Celtics
7′ 7” basketball player Gheorghe Muresan’s nickname is “Ghitza”. What does this mean in English? • Little
Who recorded the first triple-double in a NBA All-Star game? • Michael Jordan
In 1983, what Philadelphia 76er won the inaugural Sixth Man Award, as well as a NBA championship? • Bobby Jones
Which one of the following Chicago Bulls did not win the Rookie of the Year award during the 20th century? • Orlando Woolridge
George Shinn and Ray Woodridge are part-owners of what NBA franchise? • Charlotte Hornets
At what college did baseball hero, Jackie Robinson, play basketball? • UCLA
During the 1960s and 1970s, “Mr. Inside” played with “Mr. Outside” on some of the best L.A. Laker teams of all time. Who was “Mr. Inside”? • Elgin Baylor
In which category have Charles Barkley, Patrick Ewing, and Hakeem Olajuwon all led the NBA? • Personal fouls
By what name was former Atlanta Hawk, Wayne Rollins, better known? • Tree
Name the last men’s college basketball team to go undefeated in the regular season and win the NCAA Championship. • Indiana Hoosiers
In 1967, who ended Wilt Chamberlain’s seven consecutive years as the NBA’s scoring leader? • Rick Barry
Which of the following basketball players was not a part of the legendary barnstorming team, the New York Rens? • Walter “Tubby” Monroe
Which of these NBA players used to go by the name Chris Jackson? • Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf
Former NBA players, Wilt Chamberlain and Paul Arizin, are from what state? • Pennsylvania
What basketball team did Major League baseball star, Kenny Lofton, help to the Final Four in 1988? • Arizona Wildcats
What former NBA star co-authored “The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Basketball”? • Clyde “Walt” Frazier
What men’s basketball team had the most NCAA Tournament wins during the 20th century? • Kentucky Wildcats
Although Lou Boudreau was captain of the University of Illinois basketball team, he is better known as a hall-of-fame baseball player for what team? • Cleveland Indians
How many NCAA basketball titles did the UCLA Bruins win during the 1960s and 1970s? • 10 titles
What NBA team did Dick Motta coach to a NBA title in 1978? • Washington Bullets
Jim Naughton’s book, “Taking to the Air”, examined the on and off-court influence of what basketballer? • Michael Jordan
How wide is the free throw lane in the NBA? • 16′
What school made the most appearances in the men’s basketball Final Four during the 20th century? • University of North Carolina
Mookie Blaylock set the NCAA’s record for most steals in one season while playing for what basketball team? • Oklahoma Sooners
Who was the only women’s basketball coach to advance to the Final Four with three different schools during the 20th century? • Vivian Stringer
How far is the 3-point line from the basket in the NBA? • 23’9″
What women’s professional basketball league outfitted its players in Lycra unitards, and played a total of one exhibition game before folding in 1991? • Liberty Basketball Assoc.
As of 2002, what team held the NBA record for most consecutive playoff wins in one season? • San Antonio Spurs
How far is the three-point arc from the basket in men’s college basketball? • 19’9″
In 2001, Susan O’Malley was the only female president in the NBA. What team did she work for? • Washington Wizards
Which of the following teams was NOT a member of the United States Basketball League? • Memphis Marauders
Before changing his name in the early 1980s, what was basketballer World B. Free’s first name? • Lloyd
What team did the Boston Celtics defeat to capture the team’s first NBA title? • St. Louis Hawks
What material was used for the first basketball backboards? • Wire mesh
What team did Billy Cunningham coach to a NBA title in 1983? • Philadelphia 76ers
Which one of the following basketball players did not attend the University of Kentucky? • Kevin Willis
What NBA team’s sibling owners helped build the gigantic Mall of America? • Indiana Pacers
Who had his number “21” retired by the Detroit Pistons? • Dave Bing
Which of the following teams did NBA player, A.C. Green, NOT play for during the 20th century? • Orlando
Magic
Who was the first player signed to a contract in the WNBA? • Sheryl Swoopes
At what school did football legend, Mike Ditka, play college basketball? • University of Pittsburgh
What Holy Cross grad did the Boston Celtics select as a territorial draft pick in 1956? • Tom Heinsohn
What men’s NCAA basketball team won its first and only championship of the 20th century in 1984? • Georgetown Hoyas
What team drafted Ray Allen into the NBA? • Minnesota Timberwolves
During the 20th century, who coached the Denver Nuggets for the most seasons? • Doug Moe
In 1994, what team set the NBA record for most playoff games in one season at 25? • New York Knicks
What Harlem Globetrotter legend was referred to as the “World’s Greatest Dribbler”? • Marques Haynes
What did the Narragansett Machine Co. of Providence, Rhode Island, introduce to the game of basketball in 1893? • The first metal rims
What type of basketball game attracted the largest crowd in NBA history? • Regular season game
What team won the most ABA championships? • Indiana Pacers
How many rules were there in Naismith’s original game of basketball? • Thirteen
How is eligibility for the Frances Pomeroy Naismith basketball award restricted? • By height
What school did hall-of-famer, Fred Taylor, coach to a NCAA basketball championship in 1960? • Ohio State
Who led the 1992 Olympic basketball “Dream Team” in scoring? • Charles Barkley
What eighth seed upset the top-seeded SuperSonics during the 1994 NBA playoffs? • Denver Nuggets
How many men’s NCAA basketball Championships did the Houston Cougars win during the 20th century? • None
Which of the following NBA teams was NOT coached by George Karl during the 20th century? • Minnesota Timberwolves
With what team did Del Harris begin his NBA head coaching career? • Houston Rockets
What Boston Celtic made the first three-pointer in NBA history? • Chris Ford
In 1983, the Detroit Pistons and Denver Nuggets played the highest scoring game in NBA history. How many points did they score? • 370 points
What UCLA Bruins basketball player won three consecutive Naismith Awards during the early 1970s? • Bill Walton
What NBA team recorded an unbelievable 40-1 home record in 1986? • Boston Celtics
Who teamed with Jeff Hornacek to capture the All-Star 2Ball competition in 2000? • Natalie Williams
What athletic club presents basketball’s John Wooden Award? • Los Angeles Athletic Club
Hall-of-famer, “Pitchin’ Paul” Arizin, played for what NBA team? • Philadelphia Warriors
In what country was NBA player, Gheorghe Muresan, born? • Romania
What country did the United States defeat in the women’s basketball finals at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney? • Australia
During the 20th century, who had the most consecutive 1,000 or more point seasons in the NBA? • Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Home court is a real advantage in the NBA. Name the only team to post a winning record on the road during the 20th century. • Chicago Stags
In 1972, what NBA team won a record 33 consecutive games? • L.A. Lakers
Which of the following NBA teams was NOT coached by Mike Dunleavy during the 20th century? • Seattle SuperSonics
What basketball coach published the autobiography, “Born to Coach”? • Rick Pitino
What single-season NBA record did Darryl Dawkins set in 1984? • Most personal fouls
What number did Julius Erving have retired in his honor by the New Jersey Nets? • Number ’32’
What number did Julius Erving have retired in his honor by the Philadelphia 76ers? • Number ‘6’
What NBA coach had the highest winning percentage during the 20th century? • Phil Jackson
In his first season in the NBA, Antawn Jamison wore the number “7” because “his” number was already taken.
What number does he wear now? • Number ’33’
Of the following, who captured the most NBA championships during the 20th century? • Philadelphia/Golden State Warriors
As of the 2001-02 season, how many teams were there in the NBA? • 29 teams
What hall-of-fame referee wrote “Calling the Shots: My Five Decades in the NBA”? • Earl Strom
With what team did Lenny Wilkens begin his NBA coaching career? • Seattle SuperSonics
What ABA and NBA legend appeared in the basketball movie, “The Fish that Saved Pittsburgh”? • Julius Erving
What NBA team’s mascot is named “Sly”? • New Jersey Nets
How many points per game did Michael Jordan average during his basketball career in Chicago? • 31.5 points
How many wins did the Chicago Bulls record during the historic 1995-96 season? • 72 wins
Who was the only player to lead the NBA in scoring and rebounding in the same season during the 20th century? • Wilt Chamberlain
Before Phil Jackson won with the L.A. Lakers in 2000, who was the only coach to win NBA titles with two different teams? • Alex Hannum
At what school did Dennis Rodman play college basketball? • Southeastern Oklahoma State
How many times did Bobby Knight’s Indiana Hoosiers win NCAA basketball titles? • Three times
What school’s basketball team put an end to UCLA’s 76 game-winning streak during the 1970s? • University of Notre Dame
What hall-of-famer helped the New York Knicks to a championship in 1973, and co-authored “Memory Book”? • Jerry Lucas
What country did NBA player, Steve Nash, represent at the 2000 Olympic games in Australia? • Canada
In what country were NBA players, Rony Seikaly and Steve Kerr, born? • Lebanon
What famous coach, selected by the Dallas Cowboys in the 1967 NFL draft, opted to play basketball instead? • Pat Riley
Who was the first player to win the NBA’s Defensive Player of the Year, MVP, and Finals MVP awards in the same year? • Hakeem Olajuwon
How many teams did Chuck Daly play for during his NBA playing career? • None
What NBA team retired Maurice Stokes’ number? • Sacramento Kings
What Boston Celtics great won a record 11 NBA championships? • Bill Russell
How many numbers did the Boston Celtics retire during the 20th century? • Twenty
What team did Jack Ramsay coach to a NBA championship in 1977? • Portland Trail Blazers
What team did Alex Hannum coach to a NBA title in 1967? • Philadelphia 76ers
Name the only Milwaukee Buck to win the NBA’s MVP award during the 20th century. • Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
What year saw Shaquille O’Neal, Alonzo Mourning, and Christian Laettner being drafted 1-2-3 into the NBA? • 1992
Which of these schools is not a member of the basketball’s Atlantic Coast Conference? • LaSalle
What former Kansas Jayhawk’s number “10” did the Boston Celtics retire? • Jo Jo White
In 1937, what change to basketball resulted in higher scores, more playing time, and fewer stoppages? • No jump balls after every basket
Who won the NBA Rookie of the Year award in 1994? • Chris Webber
In 1989, what Big East basketball team lost to Michigan by one point in overtime? Hint: this was the team’s only 20th century Final Four appearance. • Seton Hall Pirates
The Maryland men’s basketball team is nicknamed the Terrapins. What is a Terrapin? • A turtle
What professional baseball team did NBA coach, Danny Ainge, play for? • Toronto Blue Jays
How many NBA teams did Lenny Wilkens coach during the 20th century? • Five
What NBA team selected Bonzi Wells in the first round of the 1998 draft? • Detroit Pistons
Name the only two men who won NCAA basketball titles as both a player and coach. • Bobby Knight and Dean Smith
During the 20th century, how many times did the Boston Celtics have the first pick overall in the draft? • Never
How many basketball games did Kareem Abdul-Jabbar lose during his three seasons at UCLA? • Two
In 1989, Dale Ellis played a record 69 minutes in one game for what NBA team? • Seattle SuperSonics
In 1951, the Indianapolis Olympians defeated the Rochester Royals 75-73, setting an overtime record. How many overtime periods did they play? • 6 overtime periods
In 1987, who set the women’s NCAA Division I basketball record for most points in one season? • Cindy Brown
What city is officially known as “Basketball City, U.S.A.”? • Springfield, Massachusetts
Samuel Ransom is believed to have been the first African-American to play on an all-white college basketball team. When did he do this? • 1904
What NBA team’s owner lost his sight at the age of 30 because of a disease of the retina? • Cleveland Cavaliers (Gordon Gund)
What was basketball hall-of-famer, Cliff Hagan, famous for? • His hook shot
In 2000, what NBA team was led by rookies in the categories of points, rebounds, steals, and blocks? • Chicago Bulls
What was NBA player, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, best known for? • His hook shot
Who was the coach of the Atlanta Hawks in 1987 when the team set a club record for most wins in one season? • Mike Fratello
The Southern Illinois men’s basketball team is nicknamed the Salukis. What is a Saluki? • A dog
Earl Lloyd became the first African-American to play in a NBA game while playing for what team? • Washington Capitals
Chattanooga, Furman, and VMI all belong to what basketball conference? • Southern Conference
How many active players is a NBA team allowed on its roster? • 12 players
Which of the following Celtics players did NOT win the NBA’s MVP Award during the 20th century? • John Havlicek
On what professional league did the NBA originally base its season and playoff format? • National Hockey League
During the 1990-91 basketball season, Todd Leslie set a NCAA record by doing what 15 times in a row? • Sinking three-pointers
During the 20th century, which of the following NBA team’s players won the most Rookie of the Year awards? • Toronto Raptors
Who wrote “A Coach’s Life: Forty Years in College Basketball”? • Dean Smith
During the 20th century, which of these NBA franchises had the best record? • San Antonio Spurs
When was the last year the NCAA used a consolation round to determine third place for basketball? • 1981
As of 2000, three players ranked in the NBA’s top ten career leaders in assists and steals. Who of the following is NOT a member of this trio? • Michael Jordan
What basketballer was selected first at the 1994 NBA draft? • Glenn Robinson
In whose honor did the Houston Rockets retire the number “24”? • Moses Malone
In 1996, what NBA team reached the playoffs for the first time in ten years? • Sacramento Kings
NBA player, Antonio Daniels, wears the number “33” and a tattoo as a tribute to whom? • His late brother
Which of the following Philadelphia 76ers did not win the NBA’s MVP award during the 20th century? • Billy Cunningham
Ted Arison, the first majority owner of the Miami Heat, owned what travel company? • Carnival Cruise Lines
Who is the only player in NBA history to have averaged a triple-double per game for an entire season? • Oscar Robertson
When the Basketball Association of America was first formed, what team played in Toronto? • Toronto Huskies
Who took over as coach of the Boston Celtics from Red Auerbach in 1966? • Bill Russell
When did the NBA start using three referees instead of two? • 1988
Who was selected first overall in the 1995 NBA draft? • Joe Smith
Why did the Sacramento Kings retire the number “6”? • In honor of its fans
What NBA team made history by signing Ann Meyers to a free agent contract in 1979? • Indiana Pacers
In 1987, Gary Bossert set a NCAA basketball record by sinking the most consecutive three-pointers in one game. How many did he sink? • 11 three-pointers
Which of these NBA teams had a winning record during the 20th century? • Orlando Magic
When was the NCAA basketball championship first televised nationally? • 1954
In 1967, what team set a NBA record for most wins by an expansion team? • Chicago Bulls
As of 2000, what NBA player was second to Wilt Chamberlain in career rebounds? • Bill Russell
Prior to Dikembe Mutombo, who was the last Hawk to lead the NBA in rebounding? • Bob Pettit
What was the name of Baltimore’s ABA basketball team? • Baltimore Claws
What city hosted the first game of the Basketball Association of America, precursor to the NBA? • Toronto
What NBA team made Oscar Robertson a territorial draft pick in the 1960 draft? • Cincinnati Royals
What future coach did the San Diego Rockets select as the team’s first ever draft pick in 1967? • Pat Riley
At what school did Cazzie Russell play college basketball? • University of Michigan
In 1971, what Boston Celtic was named the NBA’s Rookie of the Year along with Geoff Petrie? • Dave Cowens
As of the year 2002, how many NBA arenas were named after airlines? • 6 arenas
What Minnesota Timberwolf has a tattoo that reads “Blood, Sweat and Tears”? • Kevin Garnett
As of 2000, who had participated in the most NBA games as a player and/or coach? • Lenny Wilkens
Name the only NBA team during the 20th century to fail to make the playoffs after winning the championship the previous season. • Boston Celtics
In the Basketball Association of America’s first season, the Washington Capitals finished in first place. What hall-of-famer coached the team? • Red Auerbach
On how many occasions did the U.S. men’s Olympic basketball team fail to capture the gold medal during the 20th century? • Three
How many teams were there during the NBA’s first season? • 17 teams
In 1973, Nate “Tiny” Archibald became the only player in history to lead the NBA in what two categories in the same season? • Scoring and assists
What organization assumed responsibility for the administration of the rules in basketball’s early years? • YMCA
Who was selected first in the 1996 NBA draft? • Marcus Camby
What team set a NBA record for futility by compiling a 9-73 record in 1973? • Philadelphia 76ers
Which of the following L.A. Lakers did not win the NBA Finals MVP award? • Byron Scott
What arena hosted the first NBA All-Star Game in 1951? • Boston Garden
Who was the original coach of the Minneapolis Lakers? • John Kundla
What country did the McPherson Globe Oilers defeat in 1936, winning the United States its first Olympic gold medal in basketball? • Canada
During the 20th century, Pat Riley coached for 18 seasons in the NBA. How many times did his teams make the playoffs? • 18 times
What school did Al McGuire coach to its only men’s NCAA basketball title of the 20th century? • Marquette University
Which of the following four teams did NOT leave the ABA to join the NBA in 1976? • New Orleans Bucs
What NBA team was originally known as the Buffalo Braves? • L.A. Clippers
Who coached the Chicago Bulls prior to Phil Jackson? • Doug Collins
Who won the 1992 NCAA basketball tournament’s MOP award? • Bobby Hurley
What is basketballer, Popeye Jones’ real first name? • Ron
In 1979, what two teams met in the NCAA basketball championships, and set a record for the largest TV audience in Final Four history? • Sycamores and Spartans
What legendary basketball player wore number “99” for the Lakers during the 1950s? • George Mikan
What was the name of the University of Washington’s basketball team before they became the Huskies? • Sundodgers
Who replaced Bill Russell as coach of the Boston Celtics? • Tom Heinsohn
Who won the inaugural NBA Slam Dunk competition in 1984? • Larry Nance
What team did interim head coach, Steve Fisher, lead to its first-ever NCAA title in 1989? • Michigan Wolverines
What team was Adrian Dantley playing for when he led the NBA in scoring in 1981? • Utah Jazz
Of what nationality is NBA player, Arvydas Sabonis? • Lithuanian
Nicknamed “Mr. Clutch”, this Boston Celtics legend of the 1950s and 1960s played on ten championship teams during his twelve year career. • Sam Jones
Who was the only player selected to every All-NBA First Team from 1989 to 1999? • Karl Malone

Football 1

What San Francisco 49ers quarterback was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2000? • Joe Montana
What NFL player was nicknamed the “Minister of Defense”? • Reggie White
What city is home to the Pro Football Hall of Fame? • Canton, Ohio
What are NFL footballs made from? • Cow leather
What is Ohio State’s college football team nicknamed? • Ohio State Buckeyes
What quarterback led Notre Dame to the college championship in 1977? • Joe Montana
What position did football hall-of-famer, Y.A. Tittle, play? • Quarterback
In 1984, Warren Moon began a ten-year stint as the starting quarterback of what team? • Houston Oilers
What team won the first Super Bowl ever played? • Green Bay Packers
What Washington Redskins quarterback broke his leg in 1985? • Joe Theismann
What team lost four consecutive Super Bowls during the 1990s? • Buffalo Bills
Who of the following does NOT select the Heisman Trophy winner? • College football fans
In football statistics, what does “FGM” represent? • Field goals made
By what name was NFL player, Edward Lee Jones, better known? • “Too Tall” Jones
What trophy is presented to the winner of the Super Bowl? • Vince Lombardi Trophy
What NFL player was nicknamed the “Boz”? • Brian Bosworth
Who coached the Chicago Bears to a 15-1 record during the 1985 season? • Mike Ditka
What NFL team moved into Three Rivers Stadium in 1970? • Pittsburgh Steelers
In the NFL, how many players normally line up in the offensive line? • Five
Who coached the Oakland Raiders to the team’s first Super Bowl victory? • John Madden
What city hosted the Pro Bowl for the first time in 1980? • Honolulu
How long is each quarter in a NFL game? • 15 minutes
How many regular season games do NFL teams play? • 16 games
What is depicted on the helmets of the San Diego Chargers? • Lightning bolt
What NFL team did Microsoft billionaire, Paul Allen, purchase in 1997? • Seattle Seahawks
During what month is the Super Bowl normally played? • January
What NFL team’s stadium is nicknamed the “Dog Pound”? • Cleveland Browns
What injured body part put an end to Bo Jackson’s football career? • Hip
In football, what position is denoted with the letter “C”? • Center
What was the NFL’s Candlestick Park renamed? • 3COM Park
Who holds the Miami Dolphins’ career record for most passing yards? • Dan Marino
Who holds the San Francisco 49ers’ single-season record for most touchdowns scored? • Jerry Rice
What NFL team plays home games at Arrowhead Stadium? • Kansas City Chiefs
What NFL team did Mike Ditka coach for eleven years? • Chicago Bears
In what field did running back, Emmitt Smith, obtain his degree? • Public recreation
Who led the NFL in rushing yards four times during the 1990s? • Emmitt Smith
What was installed in the helmets of NFL quarterbacks in 1994? • Radios
How many downs are allowed in the Canadian Football League? • Three
NFL kicker, Pete Stoyanovich, missed only one field goal attempt during the 1997 season. What team was he playing for? • Kansas City Chiefs
What Denver Bronco was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1998, after rushing for three touchdowns? • Terrell Davis
What position did football hall-of-famer, Fran Tarkenton, play? • Quarterback
What college football team is located in the city of Lincoln? • Nebraska Cornhuskers
In 1987, what L.A. Raiders rookie rushed for an impressive 221 yards in one game? • Bo Jackson
Who was the first African American to play professional football in the United States? • Charles Follis
Who defeated the Tennessee Titans to win Super Bowl XXXIV? • St. Louis Rams
Jim Brown spent his entire nine-year NFL career with what team? • Cleveland Browns
In 1991, what Washington Redskin threw for an impressive 442 yards in one game? • Mark Rypien
By what name is NFL player, Raghib Ramadian Ismail, better known? • “Rocket” Ismail
What NFL team plays home games at the Metrodome? • Minnesota Vikings
By what name is NFL linebacker, Tiaina Seau, better known? • “Junior” Seau
Who holds the Denver Broncos’ career record for most passing yards? • John Elway
What city is home to the Tennessee Titans? • Nashville
What CFL team is based in the city of Vancouver? • B.C. Lions
In the world of football, what does “CFL” stand for? • Canadian Football League
What NFL team plays home games in Minneapolis? • Minnesota Vikings
In football statistics, what does “2-PT” represent? • Two-point conversions
How many touchdowns did Emmitt Smith score during the 1995 season, setting a new NFL record? • 25 touchdowns
What NFL team plays home games at the Raymond James Stadium? • Tampa Bay Buccaneers
What NFL team’s career record for most touchdowns scored is held by Cris Carter? • Minnesota Vikings
During the 1970s, what team’s defense was known as the “Steel Curtain”? • Pittsburgh Steelers
What happens in the NFL if a playoff game is still tied after the first overtime period? • It continues until one team scores
What team did George Seifert coach to two Super Bowl victories during the 1990s? • San Francisco 49ers
What quarterback led the Atlanta Falcons to a Super Bowl appearance in 1999? • Chris Chandler
Cincinnati’s new Paul Brown Stadium boasts the best fan-per-toilet ratio in the NFL. What is the stadium’s fan-per-toilet ratio? • 50:1
How many times did quarterback, Dan Marino, win a Super Bowl? • Never
What is depicted on the side of the Indianapolis Colts’ helmet? • A horseshoe
Who holds the San Francisco 49ers’ career record for most receiving yards? • Jerry Rice
In the NFL, what is an official indicating when he uses one hand to make a grasping motion in front of his face? • Face mask penalty
In the NFL, if a player is tackled in his own end zone, what is scored to the opposing team? • Safety
In the NFL, how long is each end zone? • 10 yards
What San Francisco 49ers quarterback was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1990? • Joe Montana
In the NFL, what is an official indicating when he uses his right foot to kick the back of his left foot? • Tripping
What AFC team’s colors are red, gold, and white? • Kansas City Chiefs
What NFL team is based in Landover, Maryland? • Washington Redskins
What team drafted running back, Barry Sanders, into the NFL? • Detroit Lions
What NFL team went undefeated during the 1972 regular season? • Miami Dolphins
What NFL team plays home games at the Georgia Dome? • Atlanta Falcons
With what team did Joe Montana end his NFL playing career? • Kansas City Chiefs
What L.A. Raiders defensive end was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2000? • Howie Long
Who is the highest-ranking official in a NFL game? • Referee
In 2000, what NFL team moved into its temporary home at Husky Stadium? • Seattle Seahawks
What NFL team plays home games in Tempe? • Arizona Cardinals
What team’s Super Bowl record during the 20th century was five wins and no losses? • San Francisco 49ers
Roger Craig notched a record-setting 18 points during one Super Bowl game while playing for what team? • San Francisco 49ers
What New York Giant recorded 20.5 sacks during the 1986 season? • Lawrence Taylor
What position did Heisman Trophy-winner, Charles Woodson, play? • Cornerback
In 1995, Mike Shanahan became the head coach of what NFL team? • Denver Broncos
Football hall-of-famer, Jim Brown, starred in what movie about twelve convicts who go on a daring mission during World War Two? • The Dirty Dozen
What Cincinnati Bengal was named the Associated Press MVP in 1988? • Boomer Esiason
What football hall-of-famer died of liver cancer at the age of 45? • Walter Payton
In what city did the St. Louis Rams play home games prior to the 1995 season? • Los Angeles
What Edmonton Eskimo was signed by the Houston Oilers in 1984? • Warren Moon
What injured body part forced NFL player, Terrell Davis, to miss twelve games during the 1999 season? • Knee
During the 1994 season, what New England Patriot threw for a league-leading 4,555 yards? • Drew Bledsoe
What position did football hall-of-famer, Walter Payton, play? • Running back
What NFL player is nicknamed “Prime Time”? • Deion Sanders
During the 1998 season, Jamal Anderson rushed for an impressive 1,846 yards while playing for what team? • Atlanta Falcons
Who replaced Don Shula as coach of the Miami Dolphins in 1996? • Jimmy Johnson
What team selected quarterback, Jim Plunkett, first overall in the 1971 NFL draft? • New England Patriots
What Buffalo Bills wide receiver caught 10 touchdown passes during the 1991 season? • Andre Reed
What San Francisco 49ers wide receiver was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1989? • Jerry Rice
In the NFL, how long is a player suspended for wearing illegal equipment? • One down
What football hall-of-famer covered several Winter Olympic Games for ABC? • Frank Gifford
What stadium was home to the Seattle Seahawks from 1976 to 1999? • Kingdome
In the NFL, what is the abbreviation for the Guard position? • G
What Green Bay Packer threw for a league-leading 4,413 yards during the 1995 season? • Brett Favre
Beginning in 1982, what New York Giant played in ten consecutive Pro Bowls? • Lawrence Taylor
What NFL team’s mascot is named “Sourdough Sam”? • San Francisco 49ers
What were the San Francisco 49ers named after? • A nickname for gold prospectors
What two NFL teams share the same stadium? • Giants and Jets
What Atlantic Coast college football team is nicknamed the “Tar Heels”? • North Carolina
What NFL team’s mascot is named “Roary”? • Detroit Lions
Who holds the San Francisco 49ers’ career record for most passing yards? • Joe Montana
What NFL team plays home games in the city of Pontiac? • Detroit Lions
What is depicted on the side of the Dallas Cowboys’ helmet? • A star
In the NFL, when teams line up for the kickoff, how close can the receiving team be to the ball? • 10 yards
In the NFL, on what line is the football placed after a touchback? • 20-yard line
What San Francisco 49er was named the Associated Press MVP in 1994? • Steve Young
In football statistics, what does “CMP” represent? • Completions
What NFC team’s colors are purple, gold, and white? • Minnesota Vikings
Name both cities that won back-to-back Super Bowls during the 1990s. • Dallas and Denver
What quarterback did the Dallas Cowboys select first overall at the 1989 draft? • Troy Aikman
Who holds the Oakland Raiders’ career record for most rushing yards? • Marcus Allen
What NFC team’s colors are burgundy and gold? • Washington Redskins
Name both Sharpe brothers who played in the NFL during the 1990s. • Shannon Sharpe and Sterling Sharpe
What NFL player has won four Super Bowls and been named the Super Bowl MVP three times? • Joe Montana
How many of the NFL’s ten all-time leading scorers are kickers? • Ten
In 1988, what Miami Dolphin threw for an amazing 521 yards in one game? • Dan Marino
Including the end zones, how long is a NFL regulation football field? • 120 yards
In 1971, the San Francisco 49ers moved into what stadium? • Candlestick Park
What is Notre Dame’s college football team nicknamed? • Notre Dame Fighting Irish
What NFL team plays home games at Lambeau Field? • Green Bay Packers
After leading the NFL in sacks, what New York Giant was named the Associated Press MVP in 1986? • Lawrence Taylor
What nickname did tight end, Mike Ditka, earn while in college? • Iron Mike
What Big Ten university plays home games at the Metrodome? • University of Minnesota
In the NFL, what is a team penalized for being offside? • 5 yards
What Chicago Bears defensive tackle once joked, “Even when I was little, I was big”? • “Refrigerator” Perry
Who was named head coach of the New Orleans Saints in 1997? • Mike Ditka
In 1998, what Minnesota Viking scored a league-leading 17 touchdowns in his rookie year? • Randy Moss
Which U.S. President once proposed banning the sport of football because it was too violent? • Theodore Roosevelt
How many Super Bowls did the Baltimore Colts win during the 20th century? • One
Who was named head coach of the Green Bay Packers in 1992? • Mike Holmgren
What stadium is home to the Dallas Cowboys? • Texas Stadium
How much was each Green Bay Packer paid for winning the first Super Bowl? • $15,000
What is “Refrigerator” Perry’s real first name? • William
What Denver Bronco was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1999? • John Elway
Which one of the following movies did NFL player, Brian Bosworth, NOT appear in? • Necessary Roughness
What position did football hall-of-famer, Eric Dickerson, play? • Running back
In football, what position is denoted with the letter “S”? • Safety
In the NFL, on what line is the football placed for a kickoff? • 30-yard line
Why did Thurman Thomas miss the opening drive of Super Bowl XXVI? • He lost his helmet
Who holds the NFL’s career record for most touchdowns scored? • Jerry Rice
Football hall-of-famer, Art Shell, played for what NFL team? • Oakland Raiders
In football statistics, what does “ATT” represent? • Attempts
What are the Green Bay Packers’ three team colors? • Green, gold, white
When did the Green Bay Packers join the NFL? • 1921
During the 1997 season, Barry Sanders led the NFL in rushing yards while playing for what team? • Detroit Lions
What NFL team plays home games at the Pontiac Silverdome? • Detroit Lions
To what city did the Cleveland Rams relocate in 1946? • Los Angeles
In the hit sitcom “Seinfeld”, what is Kramer’s favorite football league? • Canadian Football League
What Buffalo Bill made an impressive 171 sacks during the 20th century? • Bruce Smith
What drink was named after the University of Florida’s football team? • Gatorade
What Heisman Trophy winner from Auburn University went on to play professional baseball and football? • Bo Jackson
In football, what is the area between the two scrimmage lines called? • Neutral zone
In 1986, what Chicago Bear had a G.I. Joe action figure designed after him? • “Refrigerator” Perry
Steve Largent made at least one catch in 177 consecutive games while playing for what team? • Seattle Seahawks
In 1986, the Super Bowl replaced what show as the most watched program in television history? • Final episode of “M*A*S*H”
NFL player, Randall Cunningham, threw for 3,808 yards in one season while playing for what team? • Philadelphia Eagles
What CFL quarterback led the Calgary Stampeders to a Grey Cup victory in 1992? • Doug Flutie
Reggie White co-authored a playbook on what sport? • Touch football
In the NFL, how many timeouts are permitted per team in each half? • Three
In the NFL, how many points are scored for a touchback? • None
What city has hosted the most Super Bowls? • Miami
What position did NFL player, Art Monk, play? • Wide receiver
What is it called when the quarterback, instead of passing or handing off the ball, keeps the football and runs straight ahead? • Quarterback sneak
What Buffalo Bills running back was nicknamed “Juice”? • O.J. Simpson
What quarterback led the New England Patriots to a Super Bowl appearance in 1997? • Drew Bledsoe
What quarterback was released by the New England Patriots in 1989 because he was too small? • Doug Flutie
What quarterback led the Miami Dolphins to a Super Bowl appearance in 1985? • Dan Marino
Joe Montana and Boomer Esiason were both spokesmen for what brand of underwear? • Hanes
In the NFL, who decides which team will receive the opening kickoff? • The winner of a coin toss
Which of the following NFL teams did Ricky Watters NOT play for during the 1990s? • Dallas Cowboys
What were the Boston Patriots renamed in 1971? • New England Patriots
Which of the following schools does NOT belong to the Ivy League college football division? • Notre Dame
What NFL team plays home games at Sun Devil Stadium? • Arizona Cardinals
As of the year 2000, who held the Green Bay Packers’ career record for most receiving yards? • James Lofton
What two NFL teams did George Seifert coach during the 20th century? • Panthers and 49ers
In the NFL, what is a team penalized for failing to pause for one second after the huddle? • 5 yards
Which one of the following NFL teams is based in New York state. • Buffalo Bills
What NFL team’s helmets are orange with black stripes? • Cincinnati Bengals
Who holds the Buffalo Bills’ career record for most receiving yards? • Andre Reed
What quarterback threw Jerry Rice the most passes during his NFL career? • Joe Montana
Who holds the Dallas Cowboys’ career record for most passing yards? • Troy Aikman
How many players are allowed on the field during a NFL game? • 22 players
What stadium hosts the annual Pro Bowl? • Aloha Stadium
In 2001, the XFL was founded with eight original teams. What team played in Chicago? • Chicago Enforcers
How many times did the New York Jets win the Super Bowl during the 20th century? • Once
What team drafted “Refrigerator” Perry into the NFL? • Chicago Bears
What nickname was given to NFL running back, Craig Heyward? • Ironhead
In the NFL, how many yards is a team penalized if the quarterback passes the ball after crossing the line of scrimmage? • 5 yards
Who won one Super Bowl as a player with the Kansas City Chiefs, and another as a coach with the Oakland Raiders? • Tom Flores
Who holds the Detroit Lions’ career record for most rushing yards? • Barry Sanders
What is Barcelona’s NFL Europe League team named? • Barcelona Dragons
What are the Chicago Bears’ three team colors? • Blue, orange, and white
During the early 1960s, Paul Lowe rushed for nearly 5,000 yards while playing for what AFC team? • San Diego Chargers
During the 1990s, what NFL team won 25 consecutive home games? • Green Bay Packers
What quarterback wrote the autobiography “All Things Possible: My Story of Faith, Football, and the Miracle Season”? • Kurt Warner
What NFL team plays home games in the city of Charlotte? • Carolina Panthers
What is the Arizona Cardinals’ team mascot named? • Big Red
How long was the NFL’s longest field goal during the 20th century? • 63 yards
George Allen coached what NFL team for most of the 1970s? • Washington Redskins
In 1970, the NFL began playing evening football games on what day of the week? • Monday
What is the Arena Football League’s championship game called? • Arena Bowl
What was football hall-of-famer Fred Biletnikoff’s nickname? • Blinky
To understand Super Bowl terminology, you need to understand Roman numerals. What does Super Bowl XXXIV mean? • Super Bowl 34
Kurt Warner was named the Super Bowl MVP while playing for what team? • St. Louis Rams
Who holds the Green Bay Packers’ career record for most passing yards? • Brett Favre
In football, offensive tackles normally line up beside what position? • Guard
Who holds the Buffalo Bills’ career record for most passing yards? • Jim Kelly
What is it called when the offense either speeds up the huddle or skips the huddle altogether? • Hurry-up offense
What is depicted on the helmets of the Denver Broncos? • A horse
What is the official name of the NFL’s “Playoff Bowl”, also known as the “Runner-up Bowl”? • Bert Bell Benefit Bowl
What NFL team plays home games in the suburban city of Irving? • Dallas Cowboys
In the NFL, what is assessed if the quarterback intentionally grounds the ball while in his own end zone? • Safety
As of the 2002 season, how many NFL were based in Florida? • Three
Who holds the Dallas Cowboys’ career record for most yards rushed? • Emmitt Smith
What position does NFL player, Howard Cross, play? • Tight end
What NFL team was named after its first head coach? • Cleveland Browns
In football, what position is denoted with the letters “OL”? • Offensive lineman
What NFL coach was nicknamed “Papa Bear”? • George Halas
What NFL team plays home games at Soldier Field? • Chicago Bears
Who holds the Houston Oilers’ all-time record for most passing yards? • Warren Moon
In football statistics, what does “RAT” represent? • Passer rating
NFL player, Randy White, was nicknamed the “Manster”. What does this mean? • Half man, half monster
As of the 2002 season, how many NFL teams were based in California? • Three
What team led the NFL in scoring four times during the 1990s? • San Francisco 49ers
In football, the nose tackle lines up across from what position? • Offensive center
In the Canadian Football League, how does an official signal a successful field goal? • Raises both arms in the air
In football, what is the area from the opponent’s 20-yard line to the opponent’s goal line called? • Red zone
Why was defensive lineman, Dexter Manley, given a lifetime suspension from the NFL? • Failing his fourth drug test
By what two methods of transportation did Howie Long use to get to Tampa Stadium to play in Super Bowl XVII? • Taxicab and foot
In football statistics, what does “XPA” represent? • Extra points attempted
What caused the NFL season to be shortened by one game in 1987? • Players strike
What Chicago Bears defensive tackle fought in Wrestlemania II? • “Refrigerator” Perry
In football statistics, what does “BLK” represent? • Blocked punts
In the NFL, what is the abbreviation for the Tight End position? • TE
What city is home to the NFL’s newest expansion team, the “Texans”? • Houston
What St. Louis Ram was named the Associated Press MVP for the second time in 2001? • Kurt Warner
In football, how far must an onside kick travel before the kicking team can recover it? • 10 yards
Who owns the largest Super Bowl ring ever made? • “Refrigerator” Perry
What is the University of Indiana’s college football team nicknamed? • Indiana Hoosiers
What was the American Professional Football Association renamed in 1922? • National Football League
What does “NCAA” stand for? • National Collegiate Athletic Assoc.
What Dallas Cowboys running back was named the Associated Press MVP in 1993? • Emmitt Smith
With what team did Erik Dickerson begin his NFL playing career? • Los Angeles Rams
In football statistics, what does “PAT” represent? • Point after touchdown
Hall-of-famer, Lawrence Taylor, played thirteen seasons for what NFL team? • New York Giants
Running back, Brian Piccolo, played for what NFL team? • Chicago Bears
The movie “Brian’s Song” tells the tragic story of what 26-year-old NFL player’s battle with cancer? • Brian Piccolo
Neyland Stadium, home to the Tennessee Volunteers, is one of the larger stadiums in college football. How many fans can the stadium hold? • 104,000
In the National Women’s Football League, how many yards must a team advance the ball to get a first down? • 10-yards
What nickname was given to NFL running back, Christian Okoye? • Nigerian Nightmare
According to his mother, why was quarterback, Norman Esiason, given the nickname “Boomer”? • He was a “kicker” while in the womb
What New York Giants defensive back was the first African American inducted into the Hall of Fame? • Emlen Tunnell
After sixteen seasons with the San Francisco 49ers, Jerry Rice played in his 17th season with what NFL team? • Oakland Raiders
What position does NFL player, Bennie Thompson, play? • Safety
How many feet are in a yard? • 3 feet
With what NFL team did kicker, Eddie Murray, spend the 1980s? • Detroit Lions
In football, what is known as a “gridiron”? • The football field
What is it called when a field goal or extra point is successfully kicked? • Splitting the uprights
What AFC team won the Super Bowl in 2002? • New England Patriots
What former Buffalo Bills quarterback was inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame in 2002? • Jim Kelly
What quarterback was named the MVP of Super Bowl XXXVI? Hint: the game was played in 2002. • Tom Brady
During one game in 2001, the NFL fined nine players from the St. Louis Rams $5,000 each for what violation? • Uniform violations
Pat Summerall ended his 21-year partnership with what football announcer in 2002? • John Madden
Which one of the following great NFL quarterbacks was NOT drafted in 1983? • Joe Montana
What NFL quarterback threw a touchdown pass, now known as “The Catch”, to Dwight Clark during a 1981
playoff game against the Dallas Cowboys? • Joe Montana
In football, who are sometimes referred to as “zebras”? • Officials
What U.S. President played football at Harvard University? • John F. Kennedy
During the 20th century, what team appeared in the most Super Bowl games? • Dallas Cowboys
Quarterback, Peyton Manning, played for what NFL team during the 2001 season? • Indianapolis Colts
In the NFL, the home team must supply 24 footballs for indoor games. How many balls must the home team provide for outdoor games? • 36 footballs
Which one of the following NFL teams does NOT play in a domed stadium? • Green Bay Packers
What team did pro-bowler, Mike Alstott, play for during the 2001 season? • Tampa Bay Buccaneers
What comedian co-hosts Monday Night Football with Al Michaels and Dan Fouts? • Dennis Miller
What Big 12 college team was placed on probation in 1988 for violating various NCAA rules? • Oklahoma State Cowboys
How many times did the Seattle Seahawks win the Super Bowl during the 20th century? • Never
What Dallas Cowboy was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1993? • Troy Aikman
What NFL team plays home games in Foxboro Stadium? • New England Patriots
In 1998, what team won its first Super Bowl, after defeating the Green Bay Packers? • Denver Broncos
What movie starred a college football quarterback hiding the fact that he is Jewish? • School Ties
In 2001, what team defeated the New York Giants to capture its first Super Bowl? • Baltimore Ravens
What NFL player is nicknamed “The Playmaker”? • Michael Irvin
Prior to the Houston Texans, what was the last NFL team located in Houston? • Houston Oilers
What Dallas Cowboy led the NFL in touchdown scoring during the 1992 season? • Emmitt Smith
What NFL team plays home games in FedEx Field? • Washington Redskins
John Madden makes an appearance in what kids’ movie about two rival football teams coached by two brothers? • Little Giants
What did NFL player, Lyle Alzado, blame for causing his brain cancer? • Steroids
The Sacramento Gold Miners were the first American-based team to join what league? • Canadian Football League
Name both teams to post 0-4 records in the Super Bowl during the 20th century. • Buffalo Bills and Minnesota Vikings
What San Francisco 49ers quarterback was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1995? • Steve Young
Vince Lombardi was inducted into the Football Hall of Fame for his contributions as which of the following? • Coach
What movie sees Goldie Hawn coach an inner-city high school football team? • Wildcats
What Denver Bronco led the NFL in touchdown scoring during the 1998 season? • Terrell Davis

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Whose record did Jerry Rice break when he caught touchdown pass number 101, breaking the record for most touchdown receptions in the NFL? • Steve Largent
What is the Canadian Football League’s championship trophy called? • Grey Cup
In 1970, Marshall University nearly ended its football program after 75 players, coaches, and fans died. How did they die? • Plane crash
What NFL team did Y.A. Tittle lead to three consecutive division titles during the early 1960s? • New York Giants
In 1969, Bo Schembechler began a 21-year stint as coach of what college football team? • Michigan Wolverines
After leaving the Chicago Bears as coach, Mike Ditka became a football commentator for what network? • NBC
What Oakland Raiders wide receiver was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1977? • Fred Biletnikoff
What nickname was given to NFL fullback, Sam Cunningham? • Sam the Bam
What team was the first to win four Super Bowls? • Pittsburgh Steelers
Who was drafted from the University of Pittsburgh by the Chicago Bears in 1961? • Mike Ditka
One of college football’s most intense rivalries is between the Ohio State Buckeyes and what other team? • Michigan Wolverines
What does the Ohio State Buckeyes’ band spell on the field before every game? • Ohio
Heisman Trophy winner, Ricky Williams, played for what college team? • Texas Longhorns
What team beat the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXII in 1988? • Washington Redskins
What football coach won a record 323 college games during the 20th century? • Paul “Bear” Bryant
What offensive tackle played for the Oakland Raiders from 1968 to 1982? • Art Shell
What San Francisco 49er led the NFL in passing during the 1970 season? • John Brodie
The Nebraska Cornhuskers belong to what college football conference? • Big 12
How many players are on the field during an Arena Football League game? • 16 (eight players per team)
What football league, founded in 1983, unsuccessfully tried to compete with the NFL? • USFL
How many “big stitches” are there on the footballs used in the NFL? • Eight
In 1983, who became the first NFL rookie to rush for 18 touchdowns in one season? • Eric Dickerson
What position did NFL player, Herschel Walker, play? • Running back
What position did football hall-of-famer, Bob Griese, play? • Quarterback
What college football team did Hayden Fox coach on the hit sitcom, “Coach”? • Minnesota State Screaming Eagles
Frank Gifford was inducted into the Football Hall of Fame for his contributions as which of the following? • Player
By what name is 300-pound offensive tackle, John Elliott, better known? • “Jumbo” Elliott
What team did football hall-of-famer, Joe Stydahar, play for? • Chicago Bears
Who holds the Dallas Cowboys’ career record for most receiving yards? • Michael Irvin
What Seattle Seahawk was named the Pro Bowl’s player of the game in 1998? • Warren Moon
How many points does a touchdown score in the Canadian Football League? • 6 points
In the NFL, how many yards is a team penalized for an illegal low block? • 15 yards
Which of the following does NOT apply to linebacker, Lawrence Taylor? • Heisman Trophy
What team did Bud Grant coach to four Super Bowl losses? • Minnesota Vikings
What NFL team’s mascot is named “Swoop”? • Philadelphia Eagles
Who holds the Miami Dolphins’ career record for most receiving yards? • Mark Duper
Who was named the Canadian Football League’s most outstanding player six times during the 1990s? • Doug Flutie
Randy White was offered college scholarships for which three sports? • Baseball, basketball, and football
What college team did Bobby Bowden coach to a perfect season in 1999? • Florida State Seminoles
During the 1990s, what team beat the Buffalo Bills in two Super Bowls? • Dallas Cowboys
What team was the first to win five Super Bowls? • San Francisco 49ers
Who holds the Buffalo Bills’ career record for most sacks? • Bruce Smith
What team was the first to lose four Super Bowls? • Minnesota Vikings
How many Super Bowls did quarterback, Fran Tarkenton, win? • None
What team drafted wide receiver, Cris Carter, into the NFL? • Philadelphia Eagles
Who rushed for 6,737 yards while playing for the Miami Dolphins? • Larry Csonka
What piece of equipment was first used by college football player, George “Rose” Barclay, in 1896? • Helmet
In the NFL, who must wear a jersey number between 80 and 89? • Wide receivers
What team drafted quarterback, Brett Favre, into the NFL? • Atlanta Falcons
In the NFL, what is an official indicating when he places both his hands behind his head? • Loss of down
In 1989, who began a ten-year stint as coach of the Kansas City Chiefs? • Marty Schottenheimer
Terry Bradshaw won two Super Bowl MVPs while playing for what team? • Pittsburgh Steelers
What did Art Modell rename the Cleveland Browns in 1996? • Baltimore Ravens
In 1995, what team won its fifth Super Bowl? • San Francisco 49ers
Who was the first quarterback to win four Super Bowls? • Terry Bradshaw
In 1995, who broke the NFL’s single-season record for most touchdowns scored? • Emmitt Smith
In football, which position is NOT in the secondary? • Guard
Who holds the Buffalo Bills’ career record for most rushing yards? • Thurman Thomas
In football, what is an official indicating when he crosses his arms above his head? • Timeout
What were the Tennessee Titans named prior to the 1999 season? • Tennessee Oilers
John Elway led the Denver Broncos to five Super Bowl appearances. How many times did the team win? • Two times
Tom Landry played for what NFL team? • New York Giants
What Denver Broncos quarterback was offered a contract by the New York Yankees? • John Elway
What NFL team drafted linebacker, Junior Seau? • San Diego Chargers
Who holds the NFL’s record for most yards gained during the 20th century? • Walter Payton
What team did football hall-of-famer, Dwight Stephenson, play for? • Miami Dolphins
Which of the following NFL players did NOT rush for more than 10,000 yards? • Earl Campbell
What team traded Steve Young to the San Francisco 49ers? • Tampa Bay Buccaneers
In the NFL, who must wear a jersey number between 20 and 49? • Running backs
What award is given annually to the best lineman in college football? • Lombardi Award
What quarterback holds the NFL’s record for most yards gained during the 20th century? • Dan Marino
What NFL team plays home games at the Qualcomm Stadium? • San Diego Chargers
What NFL team did hall-of-famer, George Halas, coach? • Chicago Bears
What was the first team to win back-to-back Super Bowls? • Green Bay Packers
In the NFL, in addition to losing the coin toss, what is a team penalized if it arrives late? • 15 yards
In 1983, Danny White threw a team-record 29 touchdown passes while playing for what NFL team? • Dallas Cowboys
Who is the winningest coach in Seattle Seahawks’ history? • Chuck Knox
How are football hall-of-famer Jimmy Johnson and coach Jimmy Johnson related? • They are not related
What NFL team plays home games at the Paul Brown Stadium? • Cincinnati Bengals
What NFL player threw a record-setting 48 touchdown passes during the 1984 season? • Dan Marino
During the 1990s, NFL player Drew Bledsoe threw 147 touchdown passes. How many touchdowns did he score by running the ball into the end zone? • None
Who holds the Atlanta Falcons’ career record for most rushing yards? • Gerald Riggs
During the 20th century, what team’s Super Bowl record was two wins and four losses? • Denver Broncos
In the NFL, how many yards is a team penalized for roughing the kicker? • 15 yards
In football, how does an official indicate an ineligible receiver call? • Places right hand on top of his head
What NFL team plays home games in the Trans World Dome? • St. Louis Rams
The annual Citrus Bowl is held in what city? • Orlando
What NFL team moved into Riverfront Stadium in 1970? • Cincinnati Bengals
What Canadian Football League team is located in Saskatchewan? • Saskatchewan Roughriders
Who is the winningest coach in Green Bay Packers history? • Curly Lambeau
What team drafted running back, Ricky Watters, into the NFL? • San Francisco 49ers
In Super Bowl XXIX, what San Francisco 49er rushed for three touchdowns? • Ricky Watters
What CFL team has the letters “EE” printed on the side of its helmets? • Edmonton Eskimos
Who coached the San Francisco 49ers to three Super Bowl victories? • Bill Walsh
What are the Arizona Cardinals’ three team colors? • Red, black, and white
In 1999, who did the Indianapolis Colts trade to the St. Louis Rams in return for two draft picks? • Marshall Faulk
What team did the San Francisco 49ers beat to capture the team’s fifth Super Bowl victory? • San Diego Chargers
In 1990, Jerry Rice set a San Francisco 49ers record after he scored how many touchdowns in one game? • Five
Who holds the Minnesota Vikings’ career record for most receiving yards? • Cris Carter
Who was named head coach of the Minnesota Vikings in 1992? • Dennis Green
Jack Ham won four Super Bowls while playing for what team? • Pittsburgh Steelers
What team did the Dallas Cowboys defeat 52-17, to win Super Bowl XXVII? • Buffalo Bills
What team did football hall-of-famer, Joe Schmidt, play for? • Detroit Lions
What San Francisco 49er was named the MVP of Super Bowl XXIII? • Jerry Rice
What coach won the first two Super Bowls ever played? • Vince Lombardi
What city is home to the UCLA Bruins college football team? • Los Angeles
Who holds the Seattle Seahawks’ career record for most passing yards? • Dave Krieg
What football team featured the “Million Dollar Backfield”? • San Francisco 49ers
What quarterback was nicknamed “Broadway Joe”? • Joe Namath
Who was the first Baltimore Raven in history to be named the Super Bowl MVP? • Ray Lewis
Who scored 95 touchdowns for the Minnesota Vikings during the 1990s? • Cris Carter
What USFL team played home games in Oakland? • Oakland Invaders
What is Purdue’s college football team nicknamed? • Purdue Boilermakers
Who holds the Denver Broncos’ career record for most receiving yards? • Shannon Sharpe
What CFL team plays home games at McMahon Stadium? • Calgary Stampeders
What NFL stadium was opened in 1998 in Florida? • Raymond James Stadium
What city hosted Super Bowl XXXI, featuring a match-up between the Green Bay Packers and the New England Patriots? • New Orleans
What city’s NFL Europe League team is named the Dragons? • Barcelona
After rushing for more than 2,000 yards, what running back was named the Associated Press MVP in 1998? • Terrell Davis
Steve Young played for what USFL team? • Los Angeles Express
What quarterback was selected first overall in the same draft that saw Dan Marino enter the NFL? • John Elway
With what team did Sammy Baugh spend his entire NFL playing career? • Washington Redskins
The annual Cotton Bowl is held in what city? • Dallas
During the 1997 season, what Pittsburgh Steeler caught for an impressive 1,398 receiving yards? • Yancey Thigpen
Super Bowl V, featuring the Baltimore Colts and Dallas Cowboys, was held in what city’s Orange Bowl? • Miami
In 1989, what L.A. Ram caught for a record-setting 336 yards in one game? • Willie Anderson
During the 1990s, what NFL team played home games in Veterans Stadium? • Philadelphia Eagles
What quarterback holds the NFL record for most games with 400 or more yards passing? • Dan Marino
Bud Grant was inducted into the Football Hall of Fame for his contributions as which of the following? • Coach
What team did the Denver Broncos beat in 1998 to capture the team’s first Super Bowl in history? • Green Bay Packers
What NFL team plays home games at the Network Associates Coliseum? • Oakland Raiders
What Los Angeles Raider led the NFL in touchdown scoring during the 1982 season? • Marcus Allen
In 1991, the NFL fined what quarterback $1,000 for tossing a ball to a wheelchair-bound fan? • John Elway
What quarterback did the Pittsburgh Steelers select first overall at the 1970 draft? • Terry Bradshaw
In football, what is a referee indicating when he raises both arms above his head and strikes one of his wrists? • Personal foul
In 1990, what former University of Washington quarterback threw for an amazing 527 yards in one NFL game? • Warren Moon
With what team did Mike Tomczak begin his NFL playing career? • Chicago Bears
In 1993, what Los Angeles Rams rookie rushed for an impressive 212 yards in one game? • Jerome Bettis
Which of the following NFL teams did Ronnie Lott NOT play for? • Detroit Lions
In the NFL, what is a team penalized for calling too many timeouts? • Five yards
The annual Sugar Bowl is held in what city? • New Orleans
What NFL quarterback retired during the 1990s, with a league-leading 148 career wins? • John Elway
With what team did running back, John Riggins, begin his NFL playing career? • New York Jets
What “disability” did the 63-yard-field-goal-kicker, Tom Dempsey, have? • He was born with half his right foot
What team was the first to win three Super Bowls? • Pittsburgh Steelers
In 1986, what Cleveland Brown twice broke the 400-yards-per-game passing mark? • Bernie Kosar
What New York Giant was nicknamed “Old Indestructible”? • Mel Hein
Ed “Too Tall” Jones spent his entire 15 year career with what NFL team? • Dallas Cowboys
Which of the following NFL players never reached the 100-career-touchdown mark? • Tony Dorsett
Who replaced Tom Landry as coach of the Dallas Cowboys? • Jimmy Johnson
What Boston College quarterback won the Heisman Trophy in 1984? • Doug Flutie
What is the University of Minnesota’s college football team nicknamed? • Minnesota Golden Gophers
Who holds the Seattle Seahawks’ career record for most receiving yards? • Steve Largent
What NFL team’s career record for most pass receptions is held by Terance Mathis? • Atlanta Falcons
Who holds the record for most points scored in the Super Bowl during the 20th century? • Jerry Rice
With what team did kicker, Norm Johnson, begin his NFL career? • Seattle Seahawks
What San Francisco 49ers linebacker was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2000? • Dave Wilcox
What were the Canadian Football League’s Baltimore Stallions renamed in 1996? • Montreal Alouettes
Hall-of-famer, Bart Starr, played for what NFL team? • Green Bay Packers
What position did football hall-of-famer, Sonny Jurgensen, play? • Quarterback
What team’s Super Bowl record during the 20th century was four wins and one loss? • Pittsburgh Steelers
Who coached the Washington Redskins to three Super Bowl victories? • Joe Gibbs
How many rounds are there in the NFL draft? • Seven
What television network acquired the rights to the first season of Monday Night Football? • ABC
In 1989, what Green Bay Packer led the NFL in receptions? • Sterling Sharpe
Don Shula began his NFL coaching career with what team? • Baltimore Colts
Who broke Joe Perry’s record for most rushing yards in the NFL? • Jim Brown
The Washington Huskies belong to what college football conference? • Pac-10
What Washington Redskin was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1992? • Mark Rypien
Although Sammy Baugh holds the NFL’s career record for the longest average punting, he was inducted into
the Hall of Fame for his play in what position? • Quarterback
In football, where does an official place his hands to indicate an offside call? • On his hips
What two teams did Dan Reeves coach to the Super Bowl during the 20th century? • Broncos and Falcons
Since joining the NFL in 1966, the Miami Dolphins have had how many coaches during the 20th century? • Three
What NFL team was the first to play home games in a domed stadium? • Houston Oilers
In 1998, what St. Louis Rams wide receiver missed eleven games after injuring his hamstring? • Isaac Bruce
What Washington Redskins quarterback threw for five touchdowns on five possessions in one quarter in a Super Bowl game? • Doug Williams
What L.A. Rams quarterback led the NFL in touchdown passes in 1988 and 1989? • Jim Everett
What NFL team won 13 consecutive games during the 1998 season? • Denver Broncos
What Miami Dolphins quarterback was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1990? • Bob Griese
John Riggins was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1983 while playing for what team? • Washington Redskins
What quarterback led the Pittsburgh Steelers to a Super Bowl appearance in 1996? • Neil O’Donnell
Who was the first head coach in Minnesota Vikings’ history to break the 100-career-wins mark? • Bud Grant
How many points did the San Francisco 49ers score against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XXIV, setting a league record? • 55 points
What college bowl game is held in Jacksonville? • Gator Bowl
Who replaced Chuck Noll as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers? • Bill Cowher
In what sport did Joe Gibbs become involved after retiring as coach of the Washington Redskins? • NASCAR
What team did quarterback, Doug Williams, lead to a Super Bowl victory in 1988? • Washington Redskins
Who holds the Pittsburgh Steelers’ career record for most passing yards? • Terry Bradshaw
What team drafted linebacker, Brian Bosworth, into the NFL? • Seattle Seahawks
What team played in the NFC championship in 1992, 1993, 1994, and 1995? • Dallas Cowboys
Who holds the New York Giants’ career record for most passing yards? • Phil Simms
Prior to the 1978 season, how many games were played during the NFL regular season? • 14 games
What Oakland Raider led the NFL in passing yards during the 1997 season? • Jeff George
Despite winning only one Super Bowl, this team won the second most NFL championships during the 20th century. • Chicago Bears
As of the 2002 season, how many exhibition games did NFL teams play? • 4 games
Which one of the following NFL teams did Chuck Knox NOT coach? • Atlanta Falcons
What Minnesota Viking is credited with originating the “quarterback scramble”? • Fran Tarkenton
Who holds the San Diego Chargers’ career record for most pass receptions? • Charlie Joiner
In 1994, Natrone Means set what NFL team’s record for most rushing yards in one season? • San Diego Chargers
What team did the Denver Broncos defeat in the AFC championship games in 1986, 1987, and 1989? • Cleveland Browns
Where did Terry Bradshaw play college football? • Louisiana Tech
What position did football hall-of-famer, Dick Lane, play? • Cornerback
What nickname was given to quarterback, Ron Jaworski? • The Polish Rifle
The Oregon Ducks belong to what college football conference? • Pac-10
Who was the winningest NFL coach during the 20th century? • Don Shula
What NFL team was John Riggins playing for when he recorded 24 touchdowns in one season? • Washington Redskins
Who caught for 4,693 yards while playing at Mississippi Valley State University? • Jerry Rice
What New York Jets rookie became the NFL’s highest-paid player in 1965? • Joe Namath
Who was named the MVP of the first two Super Bowls ever played? • Bart Starr
Ricky Watters played for what college football team? • Notre Dame Fighting Irish
What former University of Pittsburgh running back wrote the autobiography, “Running Tough”? • Tony Dorsett
What NFL team’s first head coach was Paul Brown? • Cleveland Browns
What football hall-of-famer was nicknamed “Sweetness”? • Walter Payton
According to the “NFL Record & Fact Book”, what team’s colors are new century gold, millennium blue, and white? • St. Louis Rams
What NFL team was named after its founder’s profession? • Green Bay Packers
What city was home to the Arizona Cardinals prior to the 1988 season? • St. Louis
In 1971, the Philadelphia Eagles moved into what stadium? • Veterans Stadium
Who holds the New York Jets’ career record for most receiving yards? • Don Maynard
In college football, on what line is the football placed for a kickoff? • 35-yard line
With what team did Art Monk end his NFL playing career? • Philadelphia Eagles
What NFL team plays home games at Ralph Wilson Stadium? • Buffalo Bills
What film depicts a sniper’s attempts to shoot the president of the United States at a football game? • Two Minute Warning
Whose jersey number “14” was retired by the San Diego Chargers? • Dan Fouts
What NFL team moved into Giants Stadium in 1984? • New York Jets
What is Georgia Tech’s college football team nicknamed? • Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
What NFL team plays home games at the RCA Dome? • Indianapolis Colts
What position did football hall-of-famer, Dick Butkus, play? • Linebacker
What nickname was given to linebacker, Jack Reynolds? • “Hacksaw” Reynolds
Mark Gastineau holds the NFL’s record for most sacks in one season. How many sacks did he record? • 22 sacks
What is NFL player, Gale Sayers, best known for? • Spectacular punt returns
From 1987 to 1992, Christian Okoye rushed for 4,897 yards while playing for what team? • Kansas City Chiefs
What New York Giant threw for an impressive 513 yards in one game? • Phil Simms
What Atlantic Coast college football team is nicknamed the “Seminoles”? • Florida State
What position did football hall-of-famer, Len Dawson, play? • Quarterback
What quarterback holds the NFL’s record for most passes completed during the 20th century? • Dan Marino
What trophy is given to best interior lineman in college football? • Outland Trophy
Who was the first African American quarterback to win a Super Bowl? • Doug Williams
In football, how does an official signal a delay of game penalty? • Folds his arms in front of his body
What position did Super Bowl MVP, Lynn Swann, play? • Wide receiver
Who became head coach of the New York Giants in 1983? • Bill Parcells
Who coached the Dallas Cowboys to a Super Bowl victory in 1972? • Tom Landry
The annual Fiesta Bowl is held in what city? • Tempe
The “Fog Bowl” was played in 1988 in what Chicago football stadium? • Soldier Field
With what team did “Refrigerator” Perry end his NFL playing career? • Philadelphia Eagles
During the 20th century, the Dallas Cowboys appeared in eight Super Bowl games. How many did the team win? • Five
What New York Giant was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1987? • Phil Simms
What NFL team signed quarterback, Joe Namath, to a contract in 1965? • New York Jets
What NFL team plays home games at Ericsson Stadium? • Carolina Panthers
Dexter Manley won two Super Bowls while playing for what team? • Washington Redskins
What position did football hall-of-famer, Charlie Joiner, play? • Wide receiver
What former New Orleans Saints kicker was born in Denmark? • Morten Andersen
Steve Bartkowski holds what NFL team’s career record for most passing yards? • Atlanta Falcons
What football hall-of-famer was elected to the House of Representatives in 1995? • Steve Largent
What Buffalo Bill rushed for a record-setting 2,003 yards in 1973? • O.J. Simpson
What team drafted wide receiver, Herman Moore, into the NFL? • Detroit Lions
Fran Tarkenton played for what two NFL teams? • Vikings and Giants
In 1996, what Arizona Cardinal threw for an impressive 522 yards in one game? • Boomer Esiason
After leading the NFL in rushing yards, what Los Angeles Raider was named the Associated Press MVP in 1985? • Marcus Allen
What quarterback did the Cleveland Browns select first overall at the 1999 draft? • Tim Couch
What was NFL player, Deacon Jones, best known for? • Sacking the quarterback
In 1987, what New Orleans Saint kicked a league-leading 28 field goals? • Morten Andersen
In the NFL, how many yards is a team penalized for deliberately kicking a loose ball? • 10 yards
What caused the last 10 minutes of the 1962 Grey Cup game between the Toronto Argonauts and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers to be postponed by one day? • Fog
What is Ken Norton Sr., father of NFL linebacker Ken Norton Jr., famous for? • World heavyweight boxing champion
Which of the following NFL teams did Eric Dickerson NOT play for? • New York Jets
What position, acting as both a receiver and blocker, lines up on the outside of an offensive tackle? • Tight end
What Buffalo Bills running back was named the Associated Press MVP in 1991? • Thurman Thomas
Joe Perry was the first NFL player to rush for 1,000 yards in two consecutive seasons. What team did he play for? • San Francisco 49ers
What organization awards the Heisman Trophy? • Downtown Athletic Club of New York
What jersey number did Warren Moon wear with the Houston Oilers? • Number “1”
Which of the following NFL teams did Bill Parcells NOT coach during the 20th century? • New Orleans Saints
Who holds the New York Jets’ career record for most passing yards? • Joe Namath
With what team did cornerback, Darrell Green, begin his NFL playing career in 1983? • Washington Redskins
Who holds the New England Patriots’ career record for most passing yards? • Drew Bledsoe
Which of the following receivers did NOT accumulate more than 12,000 receiving yards during their NFL career? • Raymond Berry
What team won the most NFL championship games during the 20th century? • Green Bay Packers
Who holds the Cleveland Browns’ career record for most rushing yards? • Jim Brown
Jerry Jones is best known for his ownership of what NFL team? • Dallas Cowboys
What Detroit Lion led the NFL in touchdown scoring during the 1991 season? • Barry Sanders
Who coached the Buffalo Bills to the team’s fourth Super Bowl loss? • Marv Levy
Who was the first starting quarterback in Baltimore Ravens’ history? • Vinny Testaverde
Who was named head coach of the New Orleans Saints in 1997? • Mike Ditka
In 1996, Tony Dungy became the head coach of what NFL team? • Tampa Bay Buccaneers
What team drafted quarterback, Bernie Kosar, into the NFL? • Cleveland Browns
What rookie with the Cincinnati Bengals led the AFC in touchdown scoring during the 1988 season? • Ickey Woods
What NFL team did Marv Levy coach from 1986 to 1997? • Buffalo Bills
Who did the New England Patriots select first overall at the 1993 draft? • Drew Bledsoe
What Tennessee Titan running back was named the Associated Press Rookie of the Year in 1996? • Eddie George
What were the NFL’s St. Louis Cardinals renamed in 1988? • Phoenix Cardinals
Who coached the Miami Dolphins during the 1970s? • Don Shula
Who was named commissioner of the NFL in 1989? • Paul Tagliabue
In 1998, what Minnesota Viking kicked successfully on every field goal attempt he made? (35 field goals on 35 attempts) • Gary Anderson
What Philadelphia Eagle made 21 sacks during the 1987 season? • Reggie White
Defensive tackle, Randy White, played for what NFL team? • Dallas Cowboys
A fleur-de-lis is depicted on the helmets of what NFL team? • New Orleans Saints
Who threw a 99-yard pass completion to Robert Brooks in 1995? • Brett Favre
In football, how does an official indicate a holding penalty? • Grasps one wrist in front of his chest
Who holds the Chicago Bears’ career record for most rushing yards? • Walter Payton
What Indianapolis Colt led the NFL in receiving yards during the 1999 season? • Marvin Harrison
As of the year 2001, what NFL team played home games at the Alltel Stadium? • Jacksonville Jaguars
Where do the New York Giants and New York Jets play home games? • East Rutherford, New Jersey
In 1963, Don Meredith threw a team-record 460 yards in one game while playing for what NFL team? • Dallas Cowboys
What film depicts the triumphs of a strike-breaking quarterback, played by Keanu Reeves? • The Replacements
The USC Trojans have produced several Heisman Trophy winners. What does “USC” stand for? • University of Southern California
What Oakland Raiders wide receiver won the Heisman Trophy while playing for Notre Dame? • Tim Brown
Who was the first defensive player in the NFL that Nike made a shoe for? • Howie Long
In football, what two calls can an official signal by folding his arms in front of his body? • Delay of game and too many timeouts
Who holds the Oakland Raiders’ career record for most receiving yards? • Tim Brown
What college is the setting for the football movie, “Rudy”? • Notre Dame
What football movie sees Ronald Reagan utter the now-famous line, “Tell the boys to win one for the Gipper”? • Knute Rockne: All American
What Indianapolis Colts wide receiver made his first appearance in the Pro Bowl in 2000? • Marvin Harrison
Of what nationality is football hall-of-famer, Sonny Jurgensen? • American
How many years must a NFL player have been retired to become eligible for nomination into the Professional
Football Hall of Fame? • Five years
Occasionally, a fifth player is added to the secondary. What is this position called? • Nickel back
What Philadelphia Eagle scored four touchdowns on interceptions during the 1993 season? • Eric Allen
What nickname was given to football hall-of-famer, Elroy Hirsch? • Elroy “Crazylegs” Hirsch
Who did Washington Redskins head coach, Steve Spurrier, replace in 2002 to become the highest paid coach in league history? • Marty Schottenheimer
In 2001, Korey Stringer died of complications from heatstroke while playing for what NFL team? • Minnesota Vikings
Who was named the first head coach of the Houston Texans? • Dom Capers
Whose wife joked, “I’m confident that if I died tomorrow, Don would find a way to preserve me until the season was over and he had time for a nice funeral”? • Don Shula
What quarterback was nicknamed “Roger the Dodger”? • Roger Staubach
What NFL hall-of-famer had the nicknames “Slingin’ Sam” and “Texas Tornado”? • Sammy Baugh
What injured body part put an early end to Brian Bosworth’s football career? • Shoulder
NFL Comeback Player of the Year, Garrison Hearst, was sidelined for two years because of an injury to what body part? • Ankle
What position does Rocket Ismail’s brother, Quadry Ismail, play? • Wide receiver
What was the WLAF renamed in 1998? • NFL Europe League
Who coached the Dallas Cowboys from 1960 to 1988? • Tom Landry
In the NFL, where does the receiving team get the ball if a kickoff goes out of bounds before reaching the end zone? • On their own 35-yard line
In football, what is the more commonly used name for a tailback? • Running back
During the 20th century, Charles Haley won five Super Bowls while playing for two different teams. Name both teams. • 49ers and Cowboys
What were the Pittsburgh Steelers originally named? • Pittsburgh Pirates
During the 1990s, Mike Lodish played in six Super Bowl games. Name both teams he played for. • Bills and Broncos
What team drafted linebacker, Mike Singletary, into the NFL? • Chicago Bears
What are the Kansas State Wildcats’ college football team colors? • Purple and white
What number did Jim Otto wear while playing in the NFL? • Number “00”
What city is home to the NCAA’s Texas Longhorns? • Austin
What did Jerry Van Dyke play on the football sitcom, “Coach”? • Assistant coach
What Miami Dolphin led the NFL in touchdown scoring during the 1997 season? • Karim Abdul-Jabbar
Who holds the San Diego Chargers’ career record for most passing yards? • Dan Fouts
The University of Maryland’s football team is nicknamed the “Terrapins”. What is a Terrapin? • A type of North American turtle
Jim Otto spent his entire NFL career playing for what team? • Oakland Raiders
What running back led the New Orleans Saints in rushing during the 2001 season? • Ricky Williams
What NFL team did “Mean” Joe Greene play for? • Pittsburgh Steelers
In 1995, what San Francisco 49ers linebacker recovered two fumbles for touchdowns? • Ken Norton
What Dallas Cowboys quarterback was inducted into the Hall of Fame in 1985? • Roger Staubach
What NFL team is named after the American frontiersman, William Frederick Cody? • Buffalo Bills
Who was the first Washington Redskin to record three consecutive 1,000 receiving yard seasons? • Art Monk
Brett Favre set a personal record by throwing a career high six interceptions during a 2001 season playoff game while playing what NFL team? • St. Louis Rams
Dan Marino was the only quarterback in the NFL to throw a touchdown pass in every game during what season? • 1986 season
What is former NFL player Boomer Esiason’s real first name? • Norman
Former NFL quarterback, Jim Kelly, appeared on what television soap opera? • General Hospital
What Louisiana Tech graduate was known as the “Ruston Rifle”? • Terry Bradshaw
What award is given to the top college Division I-AA player? • Walter Payton Award
Who holds the Kansas City Chiefs’ career record for most passing yards? • Len Dawson
What stadium is home to the Tennessee Titans? • Adelphia Coliseum
With what team did Mike Ditka end his NFL playing career? • Dallas Cowboys
Who caught the “Immaculate Reception”? • Franco Harris
After retiring from the Washington Redskins, what quarterback wrote the autobiography, “Quarterblack”? • Doug Williams
What is the NFL Europe League championship game called? • World Bowl
What Navy quarterback won the Heisman Trophy in 1963? • Roger Staubach
George Rogers holds what NFL team’s career record for most rushing yards? • New Orleans Saints
The annual Alamo Bowl is held in what city? • San Antonio
What Notre Dame head coach perished in a plane crash in 1931? • Knute Rockne
During the 1970s, what NFL team’s powerful defensive line was known as the “Purple People Eaters”? • Minnesota Vikings
What two football teams joined the NFL in 1976? • Buccaneers and Seahawks
What was the NFL’s Oakland/Alameda County Coliseum renamed? • Network Associates Coliseum
What Indianapolis Colt led the NFL in scoring during the 1999 season? • Mike Vanderjagt
What New York Giant led the NFL in sacks during the 2001 season? • Michael Strahan
What Arizona Cardinals wide receiver led the NFL in receiving yards during the 2001 season? • David Boston
Priest Holmes led the NFL in rushing during the 2001 season while playing for what team? • Kansas City Chiefs
What New England Patriots kicker scored a game winning 48 yard field goal in the last remaining seconds of Super Bowl XXXVI? • Adam Vinatieri
Home Depot co-founder, Arthur Blank, purchased what NFL team in 2002? • Atlanta Falcons
In 2002, Tony Dungy became the head coach of what NFL team? • Indianapolis Colts
In the NFL, how does an official indicate an illegal formation? • Rotates forearms in front of his body
Len Dawson was named the Super Bowl MVP while playing for what team? • Kansas City Chiefs
What movie depicts the struggles of a quarterback, played by Dennis Quaid, after leaving his college football team for the pros? • Everybody’s All-American
What quarterback did the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select first overall at the 1987 draft? • Vinny Testaverde
What nickname was given to cornerback, Dick Lane? • Dick “Night Train” Lane
What San Francisco 49er rushed for two consecutive 1,000 yard seasons during the 1950s? • Joe Perry
In football, who is awarded the Davey O’Brien Award? • Best quarterback in college football
What position lines up on either side of the offensive center? • Guard
What college football team plays home games in the Rose Bowl? • UCLA Bruins
What position did football hall-of-famer, Fred Biletnikoff, play? • Wide receiver
In 1982, Paul “Bear” Bryant retired as coach of what college football team? • Alabama Crimson Tide
Who is awarded the Fred Biletnikoff Award? • Best college wide receiver
Who holds the NFL’s record for most career sacks? • Reggie White

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Wellington Mara is best known for his ownership of what NFL team? • New York Giants
What position is football hall-of-famer, Ken Houston, best known for? • Safety
With what team did Doug Flutie begin his NFL playing career? • Chicago Bears
What Minnesota Viking recorded 21 sacks during the 1989 season? • Chris Doleman
What college football team joined the Mid-American Conference in 1997? • Marshall Thundering Herd
What offensive tackle was nicknamed the “Mad Scientist”? • Bart Buetow
Y.A. Tittle was inducted into the Football Hall of Fame in 1971. What does “Y.A.” stand for? • Yelberton Abraham
What number did the New York Giants retire in honor of Y.A. Tittle? • Number “14”
What stadium is home to the Nebraska Cornhuskers’ football team? • Tom Osborne Field
The first college football game in history, played between Princeton and Rutgers, occurred in what decade? • 1860s
What running back did the Tampa Bay Buccaneers select first overall at the 1986 draft? • Bo Jackson
Who led the NFL in rushing touchdowns during the 2001 season? • Shaun Alexander
Name both teams that won back-to-back Super Bowls during the 1970s. • Dolphins and Steelers
What team joined the NFL in 1976, only to lose its first 26 games? • Tampa Bay Buccaneers
What Outland Trophy winner was drafted from the University of Maryland by the Dallas Cowboys in 1975? • Randy White
What quarterback won the Heisman Trophy in 1986? • Vinny Testaverde
Beginning in 1946, what quarterback led the Cleveland Browns to ten consecutive division titles? • Otto Graham
Which of the following NFL players did NOT rush for more than 12,000 yards? • O.J. Simpson
Kurt Warner played for what Arena Football League team? • Iowa Barnstormers
By what name is hall-of-fame tackle, Frank Kinard, better known? • “Bruiser” Kinard
What legendary quarterback was born in Port Angeles, Washington? • John Elway
During the late 1980s, what NFL team won a record-setting 18 consecutive road games? • San Francisco 49ers
In addition to the Los Angeles Raiders, name the two NFL teams that defensive lineman, Lyle Alzado, played for. • Cleveland Browns and Denver Broncos
What CFL team did Marv Levy coach to two Grey Cup victories? • Montreal Alouettes
Kicker, Eddie Murray, was named the Pro Bowl’s player of the game in 1981. What team did he play for at the time? • Detroit Lions
What football hall-of-famer was nicknamed the “Alabama Antelope”? • Don Hutson
What position did Darren Flutie, brother to quarterback Doug Flutie, play in the CFL? • Wide receiver
What NFL team’s mascot is named “Who Dey”? • Cincinnati Bengals
What former Kansas City Chiefs nose tackle is Dan Marino’s brother-in-law? • Bill Maas
What team did the Oakland Raiders beat in Super Bowl XV in 1981? • Philadelphia Eagles
What injured body part put an end to Steve Emtman’s NFL playing career? • Knee
What U.S. President played football at the University of Michigan? • Gerald Ford
Who was the first Dallas Cowboy to rush for 1,000 yards in one season? • Calvin Hill
What hall-of-famer was known as the “Monster of the Midway”? • Dick Butkus
What team scored a record-setting 221 points during Super Bowl games during the 20th century? • Dallas Cowboys
Name both teams to post a 0-2 record in the Super Bowl during the 20th century. • Bengals and Patriots
What body part did Ken Norton break in his rookie year in the NFL, causing him to miss most of the season? • Arm
What team did the Oakland Raiders beat in 1977 to capture the team’s first Super Bowl in history? • Minnesota Vikings
With what NFL team did hall-of-famer, Doug Atkins, end his playing career? • New Orleans Saints
What is Bo Jackson’s real first name? • Vincent
During Don Shula’s 26 seasons as coach of the Miami Dolphins, how many times did his team have a losing record? • Twice
Whose record did Don Shula break when he coached his 325th NFL victory? • George Halas
What team did the San Francisco 49ers beat to capture the team’s fifth Super Bowl victory? • San Diego Chargers
What were the Dallas Texans renamed in 1963? • Kansas City Chiefs
What Canadian Football League team plays home games at Taylor Field? • Saskatchewan Roughriders
With what NFL team did Chuck Bednarik end his playing career? • Philadelphia Eagles
Who holds the San Francisco 49ers’ career record for most rushing yards? • Joe Perry
In the NFL, how does an official indicate an illegally kicked ball? • Taps his fingers on his shoulders
What injured body part caused NFL player, Terry Allen, to miss the 1990 and 1993 seasons? • Knee
What team did the Green Bay Packers defeat in Super Bowl I? • Kansas City Chiefs
Jake Scott was named the MVP of Super Bowl VII. What team did he play for? • Miami Dolphins
What college football team did Steve Spurrier coach during the 1990s? • Florida Gators
Lui Passaglia spent more than two decades playing for what Canadian Football League team? • B.C. Lions
The Missouri Tigers belong to what college football conference? • Big 12
What position did Ricky Williams play with the Texas Longhorns? • Running back
In 1991, what body part did Joe Montana injure during training camp? • Elbow
With what team did George Blanda begin his NFL playing career? • Chicago Bears
During Jim Brown’s nine-year NFL career, how many times did he fail to lead the league in rushing yards? • Once
In 1983, what Seattle Seahawks rookie rushed for an impressive 207 yards in one game? • Curt Warner
With what team did hall-of-famer, Jim Brown, play college football? • Syracuse Orangemen
Although he played for several NFL teams, Doug Atkins spent the most time playing for what team? • Chicago Bears
What Oakland Raiders hall-of-famer was known for his long hair? • Fred Biletnikoff
Name the only two NFL players to complete more than 4,000 passes during the 20th century. • Dan Marino and John Elway
What stadium is home to the CFL’s Edmonton Eskimos? • Commonwealth Stadium
With what team did Tony Dorsett end his NFL playing career? • Denver Broncos
What team drafted John Elway into the NFL? • Baltimore Colts
Of what nationality is kicker, Gary Anderson? • South African
Which of the following NFL players did NOT complete more than 3,000 passes? • Johnny Unitas
During the 1994 season, Deion Sanders scored three touchdowns on six interceptions while playing for what team? • San Francisco 49ers
Beattie Feathers was the first NFL player to rush for more than 1,000 yards in one season. What team did he play for? • Chicago Bears
Who played for the L.A. Rams for 20 seasons after joining the team in 1976? • Jackie Slater
Vinny Testaverde holds what NFL team’s career record for most passing yards? • Tampa Bay Buccaneers
What Canadian Football League team did Mike “Pinball” Clemons play for during the 1990s? • Toronto Argonauts
Who was the first Miami Dolphin to rush for more than 1,000 yards in one season? • Larry Csonka
Which of the following quarterbacks did NOT win the Heisman Trophy? • Brett Favre
In the NFL, how many yards is a team penalized for an illegal block above the waist? • 10 yards
With what team did Joe Namath end his NFL playing career? • L.A. Rams
What University of Alabama quarterback was drafted by the Green Bay Packers in 1956? • Bart Starr
What Green Bay Packer was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1997? • Desmond Howard
Who coached the Oakland Raiders to a Super Bowl victory in 1981? • Tom Flores
Who was the first Buffalo Bill to rush for more than 1,000 yards in one season? • Cookie Gilchrist
When was Giants Stadium opened? • 1976
Who holds the Cincinnati Bengals’ career record for most rushing yards? • James Brooks
During the 1971 season, Duane Thomas led the NFL in touchdown scoring while playing for what team? • Dallas Cowboys
When did the Oakland Raiders move to Los Angeles? • 1982
How many games are played during the regular season in the Canadian Football League? • 18 games
What Seattle Seahawk wrote the autobiography, “Confessions of a Modern Anti-Hero”? • Brian Bosworth
What team drafted wide receiver, Courtney Hawkins, into the NFL? • Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Although Cliff Battles played many positions, for what position was he inducted into the Football Hall of Fame? • Halfback
Who holds the Philadelphia Eagles’ career record for most rushing yards? • Wilbert Montgomery
Which of the following is NOT a real position in the NFL? • Scrimmage judge
What football league was founded by Lamar Hunt? • American Football League
When did the AFL play its first season? • 1960
Which of the following NFL players never reached the 100-career-touchdown mark? • Leroy Kelly
Which of the following teams is oldest? • New York Giants
What kicker holds the CFL’s career records for most games played and most points scored? • Lui Passaglia
What position did coach, Ron Lancaster, play in the Canadian Football League for 19 seasons? • Quarterback
What Notre Dame quarterback won the Heisman Trophy in 1943? • Angelo Bertelli
What running back did the Houston Oilers select first overall at the 1978 draft? • Earl Campbell
What injured body part forced NFL player, Cris Carter, to miss several games in 1992? • Collarbone
What NFL kicker was nicknamed the “Sledge Hammer”? • Tom Dempsey
Kickers, Morten Andersen and Gary Anderson, both entered the NFL in 1982. How are they related? • They are not related
With what team did Mike Ditka win a Super Bowl as a player? • Dallas Cowboys
Terry Bradshaw threw a 64-yard pass with three minutes left to play, winning Super Bowl X for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Who caught the pass? • Lynn Swann
What running back won the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award in 2002? • Jerome Bettis
The Kansas Jayhawks belong to what college football conference? • Big 12
What Canadian Football League team folded after the 1996 season? • Ottawa Rough Riders
What Heisman Trophy-winning running back joined the USFL’s Pittsburgh Maulers? • Mike Rozier
What city was home to the USFL’s Bandits? • Tampa Bay
After coaching college football for 34 years, who recorded his first perfect season in 1999? • Bobby Bowden
Jim Kelly played for what USFL team? • Houston Gamblers
Lance Alworth ended his playing career with what NFL team? • Dallas Cowboys
What USFL team played home games in Denver? • Denver Gold
Rocket Ismail’s professional football career began in the CFL with what team? • Toronto Argonauts
The Penn State Nittany Lions belong to what college football conference? • Big Ten
In 1999, what team won its second World Bowl in the NFL Europe League? • Frankfurt Galaxy
Barry Sanders played college football at what university? • Oklahoma State
Whose record did Emmitt Smith break when he recorded 25 touchdowns in one season? • John Riggins
What LSU coach was named the College Football Coach of the Year in 1958? • Paul Dietzel
What team did the Washington Redskins defeat 37-24 in Super Bowl XXVI? • Buffalo Bills
What Georgia Tech coach was named the College Football Coach of the Year in 1942? • Bill Alexander
What city hosted Super Bowl XXX, featuring the Dallas Cowboys and the Pittsburgh Steelers? • Tempe
What team drafted wide receiver, Eric Metcalf, into the NFL? • Cleveland Browns
What team was defeated by the “Immaculate Reception”? • Oakland Raiders
What NFL team did Tom Flores coach to a disappointing 14 wins and 34 losses over three years? • Seattle Seahawks
Who was the only NFL player to play in every Pro Bowl game during the 1990s? • Randall McDaniel
What team drafted wide receiver, Keyshawn Johnson, into the NFL? • New York Jets
What team selected Dan Marino first overall in the 1983 USFL draft? • Los Angeles Express
In the NFL, what is the maximum number of players that a team may have on its active list? • 45 players
Who holds the NFL record for most seasons leading the league in rushing yards? • Jim Brown
What are the Virginia Cavaliers’ college football team colors? • Blue and orange
What NFL team selected defensive tackle, Steve Emtman, first overall at the 1992 draft? • Indianapolis Colts
NFL player, Dan Marino, was born in what city? • Pittsburgh
During the 20th century, the Pittsburgh Steelers were 4-1 in the Super Bowl. Who was the only team to beat the Steelers? • Dallas Cowboys
What NFL team’s career record for most field goals is held by Nick Lowery? • Kansas City Chiefs
Who was the NFL’s commissioner from 1946 to 1959? • Bert Bell
What are the Pennsylvania Quakers’ college football team colors? • Red and blue
What nickname was given to defensive back, Skip Thomas? • Dr. Death
What CFL team won the Grey Cup in 1995, marking the first time it was won by a team outside Canada? • Baltimore Stallions
Who spent a record-setting 26 years playing in the NFL? • George Blanda
Who was the only NFL player to score more than 2,000 points during the 20th century? • George Blanda
What nickname was given to defensive back, Joe Lavender? • Big Bird
During the 1990s, Andre Rison played for five different NFL teams. With what team did he appear in a Super
Bowl? • Green Bay Packers
What is the University of Western Carolina’s college football team called? • Western Carolina Catamounts
In what city did the Los Angeles Rams play home games prior to the 1946 season? • Cleveland
What hall-of-fame halfback was the first NFL player to rush for more than 200 yards in one game? • Cliff Battles
What team was once known as the “Over the Hill Gang”? • Washington Redskins
What Canadian Football League team’s colors are black, gold, and white? • Hamilton Tiger-Cats
What college football team is nicknamed the “Mean Green Eagles”? • North Texas
In 1983, what NFL player rushed for a record-setting 99-yard touchdown? • Tony Dorsett
What team drafted defensive back, Eric Allen, into the NFL? • Philadelphia Eagles
Where did the Redskins play home games before moving to Washington D.C. in 1937? • Boston
Where did Tony Dorsett play college football? • Pittsburgh
In 1988, who became the first tight end to be inducted into the Football Hall of Fame? • Mike Ditka
As of 2000, how many college teams belonged to the Big Ten conference? • Eleven
Reggie White played for what USFL team? • Memphis Showboats
What is the oldest college bowl game in America? • Rose Bowl
What coach won the most Super Bowls during the 20th century? • Chuck Noll
What college bowl game is held in Nashville? • Music City Bowl
During what decade was the first Super Bowl played? • 1960s
What Oakland Raider was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1981? • Jim Plunkett
Where did Heisman Trophy winner, Gary Beban, play college football? • UCLA
What Atlantic Coast college football team plays home games at the Doak Campbell Stadium? • Florida State Seminoles
Who became head coach of the Washington Redskins in 1981? • Joe Gibbs
What city is home to the NCAA’s Oregon Ducks? • Eugene
Steve Christie began his NFL playing career with what team? • Tampa Bay Buccaneers
What team drafted Frank Gifford into the NFL? • New York Giants
What Big Ten college team plays home games in Kinnick Stadium? • Iowa Hawkeyes
What was Jacksonville’s USFL team named? • Jacksonville Bulls
Who holds the Philadelphia Eagles’ career record for most passing yards? • Ron Jaworski
What position did the “Immaculate Reception” receiver, Franco Harris, play? • Running back
What NFL team selected wide receiver, Irving Fryar, first overall at the 1984 draft? • New England Patriots
What team was Norm Van Brocklin playing for when he set the NFL’s record for most passing yards in one game? • Los Angeles Rams
What New York Jet was named the MVP of Super Bowl III? • Joe Namath
What Washington Redskins running back missed the 1980 season because of a contract dispute? • John
Riggins
What Detroit Lion made a record-setting 123 receptions during the 1995 season? • Herman Moore
What is San Diego State’s college football team nicknamed? • Aztecs
Prior to 1971, what NFL team played home games in Kezar Stadium? • San Francisco 49ers
What Washington Redskins defensive back was nicknamed “Mouse”? • Pat Fischer
What was the Hall of Fame Bowl renamed in 1996? • Outback Bowl
What NFL player was nicknamed “Sweet P”? • Eddie Payton
What football hall-of-famer was nicknamed “Joe the Jet”? • Joe Perry
What team did Roger Staubach defeat in his first Super Bowl victory as a quarterback for the Dallas Cowboys? • Miami Dolphins
What Miami Dolphin was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1974? • Larry Csonka
What Washington Redskin was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1988? • Doug Williams
How much time was remaining when Jim O’Brien kicked his Super Bowl-winning 32-yard field goal? • 5 seconds
What NFL coach explained, “the difference between a successful player and others is not a lack of skill, not a lack of knowledge, rather a lack of will”? • Vince Lombardi
What Baltimore Colt was named the NFL’s most valuable player in 1967? • Johnny Unitas
What football team won the most Grey Cups during the 20th century? • Toronto Argonauts
What Heisman Trophy winner joined the USFL’s New Jersey Generals? • Herschel Walker
What college bowl game is held in Memphis? • Liberty Bowl
What team drafted running back, Leroy Hoard, into the NFL? • Cleveland Browns
What injured body part nearly took Doug Williams out of Super Bowl XXII? • Knee
What Chicago Bears linebacker once said, “Do you know what my favorite part of the game is… the opportunity to play”? • Mike Singletary
Tony Gabriel spent 11 seasons with which two CFL teams? • Tiger-Cats and Rough Riders
Who replaced Mike Ditka as coach of the Chicago Bears? • Dave Wannstedt
What hall-of-fame quarterback wrote the autobiography, “Audibles – My Life in Football”? • Joe Montana
Where did Glenn Davis and Doc Blanchard play college football? • Army
What NFL team’s mascot is nicknamed “Sir Purr”? • Carolina Panthers
What injured body part prevented Ki-Jana Carter from playing during his first season in the NFL? • Knee
One of the longest-playing NFL players in history was Charlie Joiner. How many seasons did he play in the NFL? • 18 seasons
In 1956, what network became the first television network to televise NFL football games? • CBS
During the 1990s, Jim Harbaugh played for four different NFL teams. With which team did he start all 16 games in one season? • Chicago Bears
What team drafted the University of Michigan’s Desmond Howard into the NFL? • Washington Redskins
With what team did quarterback, Doug Williams, begin his NFL playing career? • Tampa Bay Buccaneers
What team drafted linebacker, Ken Norton, into the NFL? • Dallas Cowboys
What city’s first NFL team was named the “Heralds”? • Detroit
Which one of the following NFL teams did Y.A. Tittle NOT play for? • Chicago Bears
Which of the following NFL players did NOT record more than 100 career sacks? • Dexter Manley
What forced Darrell Green to miss eight games during the 1992 NFL season? • Broken forearm
Super Bowl XIII, featuring the Steelers and Cowboys, is considered by some to be the most exciting Super Bowl in history. Where was it played? • Miami
In 2001, the XFL was founded with eight original teams. What team played in Las Vegas? • Las Vegas Outlaws
In 1899, the Morgan Athletic Club was founded, becoming the oldest team in professional football. By what
name is this team currently known? • Arizona Cardinals
What San Diego Chargers wide receiver set a NFL record by catching a least one pass in 96 consecutive games? • Lance Alworth
Which of the following NFL teams did kicker, Jan Stenerud, NOT play for? • New York Jets
What NFL team selected quarterback, Randy Duncan, first overall at the 1959 draft? • Green Bay Packers
What Dallas Cowboy was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1971, even though he didn’t play for the winning team? • Chuck Howley
During the 1980s, what Minnesota Viking broke the 400-yards-per-game passing mark four times? • Tommy Kramer
With what team did Dick Lane end his NFL playing career? • Detroit Lions
What NFL team is named after a poem written by Edgar Allan Poe? • Baltimore Ravens
What AFL team was coached by Sid Gillman? • San Diego Chargers
What NFL team was founded by Rankin Smith? • Atlanta Falcons
In 1985, what Kansas City Chief caught for an amazing 309 yards in one game? • Stephone Paige
What football hall-of-famer also competed in archery, basketball, baseball, boxing, hockey, lacrosse, swimming, and tennis? • Jim Thorpe
What football hall-of-famer was nicknamed “Bullet Bill”? • Bill Dudley
What Dallas Cowboy was named the Super Bowl MVP in 1972? • Roger Staubach
What NFL team played home games in Metropolitan Stadium from 1960 to 1981? • Minnesota Vikings
What NFL team played its last home game in Polo Park in 1956? • New York Giants
What team won Super Bowl V, after Jim O’Brien kicked his 32-yard game-winning field goal? • Baltimore Colts
Who was quarterback, Frankie Albert, talking about when he said, “his slipstream darn near knocks you over, he’s strictly jet-propelled”? • Joe Perry
What AFL team selected guard, Ken Rice, first overall in the 1961 draft? • Buffalo Bills
During the 1971 season, Floyd Little led the NFL in rushing yards while playing for what team? • Denver Broncos
What Stanford University quarterback won the Heisman Trophy in 1970? • Jim Plunkett
What team did the San Francisco 49ers defeat in Super Bowl XVI, played in Pontiac, Michigan? • Cincinnati Bengals
Who holds the Pittsburgh Steelers’ career record for most rushing yards? • Franco Harris
What was the Tangerine Bowl renamed in 1983? • Citrus Bowl
What NFL team featured the “Doomsday Defense” during the 1970s? • Dallas Cowboys
What team led the NFL in scoring three times during the 1980s? • San Diego Chargers
What college coach became famous for his “Four Horsemen” offense? • Knute Rockne
What NFL team scored a record-setting 72 points in one game against the New York Giants in 1966? • Washington Redskins
By what name was hall-of-fame halfback, Johnny McNally, better known? • “Blood” McNally
Earle “Greasy” Neale was inducted into the Football Hall of Fame for his contributions as which of the following? • Coach
What team led the NFL in scoring four times during the 1950s? • Los Angeles Rams
Paul Hornung won the Heisman Trophy in 1957 while playing for what university? • Notre Dame
What AFL team selected quarterback, Roman Gabriel, first overall at the 1962 draft? • Oakland Raiders
What selection was Dan Marino at the 1983 NFL draft? • 27th
Which of the following football teams was NOT established in 1960? • Pittsburgh Steelers
The Portland Forest Dragons played football in what league? • Arena Football League
By what name was hall-of-fame tackle, Albert Glen Edwards, better known? • Turk Edwards
During the 1992 season, Pete Stoyanovich led the NFL in scoring while playing for what team? • Miami Dolphins
In what track-and-field event did wide receiver, Sam Graddy, win a gold medal at the 1984 Summer Olympics? • 4 x 100 meter relay
What did Dan Marino injure, causing him to miss 11 games during the 1993 season? • Achilles tendon
During the 1963 season, Art Powell led the AFL in touchdown scoring while playing for what team? • Oakland Raiders
What nickname was given to wide receiver, Lance Alworth, while playing for the University of Arkansas? • Bambi
What two NFL teams squared off in the “Ice Bowl” of 1967? • Packers and Cowboys
What injury ended the career of football hall-of-fame running back, Gale Sayers? • Knee injury
What are the Louisiana Tech Bulldogs’ college football team colors? • Red and blue
Hall-of-famer, Lenny Moore, played for what NFL team? • Baltimore Colts
What play did Washington Redskins coach, Ray Flaherty, introduce to the NFL? • Screen pass
What NFL team selected defensive end, Bubba Smith, first overall at the 1967 draft? • Baltimore Colts
What college football team plays home games at the Ben Hill Griffin Stadium? • Florida Gators
Who is the only NFL player to record at least 10 sacks in 12 seasons while playing for the same team? • Bruce Smith
The Houston Cougars belong to what college football conference? • Conference USA
Archie Griffin was the first player to win what college football award twice? • Heisman Trophy
In 1998, who became the first player in the Canadian Football League to rush for over 2,000 yards in one season? • Mike Pringle
Who was the only safety to be named the Super Bowl MVP during the 20th century? • Jake Scott
What Florida State quarterback won the Heisman Trophy in 1993? • Charlie Ward
What NFL team did Steve Owen coach during the 1930s and 1940s? • New York Giants
In what stadium did the Houston Oilers play home games prior to moving into the Astrodome? • Rice Stadium
How long is a football field in the Canadian Football League? • 110 yards
Who holds the Pittsburgh Steelers’ career record for most receiving yards? • John Stallworth
Who coached the Oakland Raiders to the team’s second Super Bowl victory? • Tom Flores
What Green Bay Packer scored a touchdown on a 99-yard kickoff return in Super Bowl XXXI? • Desmond Howard
What team did coach, Joe Gibbs, defeat in his first Super Bowl victory? • Miami Dolphins
Who holds the Green Bay Packers’ career record for most rushing yards? • Jim Taylor
In 1969, what team became the first AFL team to win the Super Bowl? • New York Jets
What were the New York Jets originally named when the team was founded in 1960? • New York Titans
What Los Angeles Ram led the NFL in touchdown scoring during the 1988 season? • Greg Bell
With what Canadian Football League team did Ray Elgaard spend 14 record-setting seasons? • Saskatchewan Roughriders
What quarterback threw Charlie Joiner the most passes during his 18 year professional career? • Dan Fouts
Drew Bledsoe played for what college football team? • Washington State Cougars
What NFL team released Kurt Warner during training camp in 1994? • Green Bay Packers
Who holds the CFL’s record for most touchdowns scored during the 20th century? • George Reed
What nickname was given to hall-of-famer, Clyde Turner? • Clyde “Bulldog” Turner
Who holds the New York Giants’ career record for most receiving yards? • Frank Gifford
Chuck Nelson kicked five field goals in one post-season game while playing for what NFL team? • Minnesota Vikings
In what movie did former Baltimore Colts’ defensive end, Bubba Smith, play a leading role? • Police Academy
What college bowl game is held in San Diego? • Holiday Bowl
Who holds the New York Jets’ career record for most rushing yards? • Freeman McNeil
What position did football hall-of-famer, Doug Atkins, play? • Defensive end
What team selected Karim Abdul-Jabbar in the NFL entry draft? • Miami Dolphins
Phillip Fulmer was named the College Football Coach of the Year in 1998 while coaching what team? • Tennessee Volunteers
Who was the Kansas City Chiefs’ first head coach? • Hank Stram
What football hall-of-famer was nicknamed the “Secretary of Defense”? • Deacon Jones
Which of the following NFL teams did Deacon Jones NOT play for? • Green Bay Packers
Who was named commissioner of the NFL in 1960? • Pete Rozelle
What position did football hall-of-famer, Jack Ham, play? • Linebacker
In 1969, what team did Don Shula coach to a Super Bowl loss? • Baltimore Colts
Hall-of-famer, Emlen Tunnell, ended his playing career with what NFL team? • Green Bay Packers
In 1970, what quarterback led the Philadelphia Eagles to the team’s first division title in over ten years? • Norm Van Brocklin
Who holds the Philadelphia Eagles’ career record for most receiving yards? • Harold Carmichael
What team drafted quarterback, Johnny Unitas, into the NFL? • Pittsburgh Steelers
What city was home to the NFL’s St. Louis Cardinals prior to the 1960 season? • Chicago
What quarterback led the Kansas City Chiefs to a Super Bowl victory in 1970? • Len Dawson
What NFL team was originally named the Decatur Staleys? • Chicago Bears
Who holds the Detroit Lions’ career record for most receiving yards? • Herman Moore
What Buffalo Bill was named the Pro Bowl’s player of the game in 1993? • Steve Tasker
At what university did Bo Jackson play college football? • Auburn
What football hall-of-fame coach wrote the autobiography, “Building a Champion”? • Bill Walsh
Who holds the Indianapolis Colts’ career record for most receiving yards? • Raymond Berry
With what team did quarterback, Steve Beuerlein, begin his NFL playing career? • Los Angeles Raiders
What NFL team drafted Cornelius Bennett second overall, only to trade his rights to the Buffalo Bills? • Indianapolis Colts
Who holds the Seattle Seahawks’ career record for most rushing yards? • Chris Warren
What year saw the NFL cut its regular season to nine games after the players went on strike? • 1982
What was football hall-of-fame halfback “Red” Grange’s real first name? • Harold
During the 1989 season, Webster Slaughter caught for an impressive 1,236 yards while playing for what NFL team? • Cleveland Browns
Linebacker, Jack “Hacksaw” Reynolds, played for what NFL team during the 1970s? • L.A. Rams
Who holds the Oakland Raiders’ career record for most passing yards? • Ken Stabler
With what team did Charlie Joiner begin his pro-football playing career in 1969? • Houston Oilers
What running back did the Cincinnati Bengals select first overall at the 1995 draft? • Ki-Jana Carter
What NFL team’s first head coach was Jack Patera? • Seattle Seahawks
What NFL team did John McKay coach to a winless regular season? • Tampa Bay Buccaneers
What quarterback holds the NFL’s career record for the longest punting average? • Sammy Baugh
What University of Georgia running back won the Heisman Trophy in 1982? • Herschel Walker
Jim Everett played for what college football team? • Purdue Boilermakers
Where did NFL coach, Mike Ditka, play college basketball? • Pittsburgh
What team did punter, Mike Horan, represent at the 1988 Pro Bowl? • Denver Broncos
During the 1952 season, what rookie cornerback made a NFL record 14 interceptions? • Dick Lane
With what NFL team did defensive tackle, Dan Owens, spend most of the 1990s? • Detroit Lions
Who was the first head coach in Minnesota Vikings’ history to break the 100-career-wins mark? • Bud Grant
What quarterback threw to the legendary Lance Alworth while he played with the San Diego Chargers? • John Hadl
In 1998, what rookie running back scored 17 touchdowns for the Jacksonville Jaguars? • Fred Taylor
Randy Moss played for what college football team? • Marshall Thundering Herd
In 1999, what Washington Redskin rushed for a team-record 1,405 yards in one season? • Stephen Davis
What NFL team did Georgia Frontiere purchase in 1979? • Los Angeles Rams
What NFL team did Vince Lombardi coach for one season in 1969? • Washington Redskins
What Indiana Hoosier coach was named the College Football Coach of the Year in 1967? • John Pont
What running back won the Heisman Trophy in 1974 and 1975? • Archie Griffin
What are the Florida Gators’ college football team colors? • Orange and blue
Dan Rooney is best known for his ownership of what NFL team? • Pittsburgh Steelers
In 1981, George Rogers led the NFL in rushing yards while playing for what team? • New Orleans Saints
In 1984, what running back rushed for a 74-yard touchdown in Super Bowl XVIII? • Marcus Allen
What NFL team started the 1980 season by losing 14 consecutive games? • New Orleans Saints
With what NFL team did Sid Gillman end his coaching career? • Houston Oilers
During the pre-game hype of Super Bowl XIII, who was Thomas Henderson insulting when he said, “he couldn’t spell CAT if you spotted him the C and the A”? • Terry Bradshaw
What team did 24-year-old quarterback, David Woodley, lead to a Super Bowl appearance? • Miami Dolphins
Jim Bakken kicked a record-setting seven field goals in one game while playing for what NFL team? • St. Louis Cardinals
In 1952, what NFL team traded eleven players to acquire linebacker, Les Richter? • Los Angeles Rams
Who was the first NFL player to score two touchdowns on fumble recoveries in one game? • Fred Evans
Linebacker, Dennis “Dirt” Winston, played for what NFL team during the 1970s? • Pittsburgh Steelers
In 1959, what team traded nine players to acquire future hall-of-famer, Ollie Matson? • Los Angeles Rams
What defensive tackle for the Dallas Cowboys was nicknamed “Mr. Cowboy”? • Bob Lilly
Who holds the New England Patriots’ career record for most receiving yards? • Stanley Morgan
Don Hutson caught an impressive 105 touchdowns while playing for what NFL team? • Green Bay Packers
Prior to 1971, what NFL team played home games in Franklin Field? • Philadelphia Eagles
In 1988, what running back won the Heisman Trophy, the Maxwell Award, and the Walter Camp Award? • Barry Sanders
What football developer was known as the “Father of American Football”? • Walter Camp
In 1935, Jay Berwanger became the first college player to win what football award? • Heisman Trophy
In 1975, what Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback was named the NFL’s most valuable defensive player, after
leading the league in interceptions? • Mel Blount
What team selected Jay Berwanger first overall at the NFL’s first draft in history? • Philadelphia Eagles
What nickname was given to offensive tackle, Willie Young? • Sugar Bear
What defensive lineman invented the term “quarterback sack”? • Deacon Jones
In his first year with the Cleveland Browns, what future hall-of-famer was named the Associated Press MVP in 1957? • Jim Brown
Who was the first woman to own a NFL team? • Georgia Frontiere
Who was the first African American to coach a NFL team? • Art Shell
In 1995, what Denver Bronco set a NFL record after gaining an amazing 404 yards in one game? • Glyn Milburn
Brett Favre played for what college football team? • Southern Mississippi Golden Eagles
What Canadian Football League team is located in Winnipeg? • Winnipeg Blue Bombers
What Washington Redskins kicker was named the Associated Press MVP in 1982? • Mark Moseley
Sid Luckman holds what NFL teams career record for most passing yards? • Chicago Bears
What NFL team was the first to put a logo on its helmets? • Los Angeles Rams
During the 1970s, what NFL team won a record-setting 27 consecutive home games? • Miami Dolphins
What legendary quarterback was born in Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania? • Joe Namath
One of college football’s most intense rivalries is between the Alabama Crimson Tide and what other team? • Auburn Tigers
What nickname was given to defensive tackle, Dan Wilkinson? • Big Daddy
What NFL team was Fred Evans playing for when he scored two touchdowns on fumble recoveries in one game? • Chicago Bears
What AFL team was founded in 1968 by former Cleveland Browns coach, Paul Brown? • Cincinnati Bengals
How many seasons did the ill-fated World League of American Football last? • Two
What Colorado Buffalo running back won the Heisman Trophy in 1994? • Rashaan Salaam
Charley Taylor holds what NFL teams career record for most touchdowns scored? • Washington Redskins
What are the Michigan State Spartans’ college football team colors? • Green and white
In 1961 and 1962, the legendary Joe Perry played for what NFL team? • Baltimore Colts
Leon Hess was best known for his ownership of what NFL team? • New York Jets
What year was the Professional Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, officially recognized by the NFL? • 1961
What percentage of votes must a player receive by the National Board of Selectors to be inducted into the Football Hall of Fame? • 80%
In the mid 1980s, what football league sued the NFL for abusing its monopoly over professional football? • USFL
What Pittsburgh Steelers inside linebacker was named The Associated Press Defensive Rookie of the Year in 2001? • Kendrell Bell
The Houston Texans played the team’s first season in what stadium? • Reliant Stadium
In football, who is awarded the Butkus Award? • Top college linebacker
What team did Joe Namath publicly guarantee to beat in Super Bowl III? • Baltimore Colts
By what name is football hall-of-famer, Morris Hiram Badgro, better known? • “Red” Badgro
Which of the following football teams did Marv Levy NOT coach during his illustrious coaching career? •
Washington Redskins
What NFL team played home games at Connie Mack Stadium from 1944 to 1957? • Philadelphia Eagles
Who holds the Cleveland Browns’ career record for most passing yards? • Brian Sipe
What former “Purple People Eater” was elected to the Minnesota Supreme Court? • Alan Page

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What team was Brett Hull playing for when he scored 86 goals in one season? • St. Louis Blues
What trophy is awarded annually to the NHL’s MVP during the regular season? • Hart Trophy
In 1976, what Toronto Maple Leaf netted six goals in one game? • Darryl Sittler
What Pittsburgh Penguin forward won his first Hart Trophy in 1999? • Jaromir Jagr
What Pittsburgh Penguin won his third Hart Trophy in 1996? • Mario Lemieux
What trophy is awarded to the NHL player who compiles the most points during the regular season? • Art Ross Trophy
Since 1979, who other than Wayne Gretzky is the only NHL player to win Hart Trophies with two different teams? • Mark Messier
What Canadian team played its last NHL game in 1925 because its players went on strike? Hint: this city has not had an NHL team since then. • Hamilton Tigers
What NHL coach won his seventh Stanley Cup in 1997, making him the first coach to win the cup with three different teams? • Scotty Bowman
What player holds the NHLs record for most points in one season? • Wayne Gretzky
Other than Toe Blake, what NHL coach has won eight Stanley Cups during the 20th century? • Scotty Bowman
Who is the only father-son duo to win the NHL’s Hart Trophy? • Bobby and Brett Hull
Who is the only member of the St. Louis Blues to break the 70-goals-per-season mark? • Brett Hull
Who is the only Pittsburgh Penguin to break the 70-goals-per-season mark? • Mario Lemieux
Who was the last Chicago Blackhawk to win the Hart Trophy, doing so in 1968? • Stan Mikita
What NHL team has won the most Stanley Cups? • Montreal Canadiens
Until 1949, who greeted listeners to his radio broadcasts with the phrase, Hello Canada and hockey fans in
United States and Newfoundland? • Foster Hewitt
What two brothers played on the Chicago Blackhawk’s Pony Line with Bill Mosienko? • Doug and Max Bentley
Tony Esposito was named the NHLs rookie-of-the-year in 1970 while playing for what team? • Chicago Blackhawks
What Finnish right-winger won the NHL’s Calder Trophy after his first year with the Winnipeg Jets? • Teemu Selanne
What Swedish center won the NHL’s Calder Trophy after his first year with the Quebec Nordiques in 1995? • Peter Forsberg
Who was the last defenseman to win the NHLs regular season scoring title during the 20th century? • Bobby Orr
What team did Eric Lindros refuse to play for after he was drafted into the NHL in 1991? • Quebec Nordiques
The NHL’s Calder Trophy is awarded to whom? • Rookie of the year
What hockey club returned to the NHL in 1992 after an absence of more than fifty years? • Ottawa Senators
What brother duo from Sault Ste. Marie took the NHL by storm during the 1960s? • Phil and Tony Esposito
In 1970, what Chicago Blackhawk became the first Czechoslovakian-born captain in the NHL? • Stan Mikita
What country won the gold medal in men’s hockey at the Winter Olympics in 2002? • Canada
What hockey club won its first Stanley Cup in 1989, nine years after moving from Atlanta? • Calgary Flames
What hockey league disbanded in 1979, allowing four new teams to enter the NHL? • World Hockey Assoc.
What country won the first four Olympic gold medals awarded in hockey? • Canada
In 1972, what WHA team signed Bobby Hull to a $2.75 million contract? • Winnipeg Jets
What NHL team plays home games at the Joe Louis Arena? • Detroit Red Wings
By what name was NHL defenseman, Francis Clancy, better known? • King Clancy
Which NHL team was Frank Mahovlich playing for when he scored his 500th career goal? • Montreal Canadiens
In 1986, this 21-year-old from Cranbrook, British Columbia, was named captain of the Detroit Red Wings. • Steve Yzerman
During the NHL playoffs, how are ties broken? • Games continue until someone scores
Who or what did the New York Rangers give up to acquire Wayne Gretzky? • Nobody, he was a free agent
What NHL team is nicknamed the Habs? • Montreal Canadiens
In 1993, what NHL star was diagnosed with Hodgkins disease? • Mario Lemieux
By what nickname was NHL right-winger, Bernard Geoffrion, better known? • Boom Boom Geoffrion
What Boston Bruins defenseman won the Calder Trophy for his play during the 1979-80 season, the same year
Wayne Gretzky entered the NHL? • Ray Bourque
Who did the International Hockey Leagues Detroit Vipers send out for one shift in the team’s opening game in 1997? • Gordie Howe
By what nickname was NHL right-winger, Maurice Richard, better known? • Rocket Richard
Name the only American team to survive the demise of the WHA and join the NHL. • Hartford Whalers
By what nickname was NHL center, Henri Richard, better known? • Pocket Rocket
In 1999, who entered his 28th season as the Boston Bruins general manager? • Harry Sinden
What Chicago Blackhawk goaltender won the Calder Trophy the same year Jaromir Jagr entered the NHL? • Ed Belfour
Which of the following is not one of the four American teams who were members of hockey’s Original Six. • Philadelphia Flyers
What NHL team plays home games at the former Olympic Saddledome? • Calgary Flames
By what name was NHL goalie, Walter Broda, better known? • Turk
What were the NHL’s Oakland Seals renamed in 1970? • California Golden Seals
Other than the Montreal Canadiens, name the other Canadian team that was a member of the Original Six. • Toronto Maple Leafs
Dominik Hasek led which national hockey team to the gold medal podium at the 1998 Olympics? • Czechoslovakia
Dubbed the Miracle on Ice, what country won the gold medal in hockey at the 1980 Olympics? • United States
What hockey league was formed in 1972 to compete with the NHL? • World Hockey Association (WHA)
What Victoria Cougars goalie was selected 8th overall in the 1981 draft by the Edmonton Oilers? • Grant Fuhr
What NHL team moved to Calgary in 1980? • Atlanta Flames
In 1993, the Minnesota North Stars moved, becoming what team? • Dallas Stars
Why did Alan Eagleson resign from the Hockey Hall of Fame? • Sentenced to jail on fraud charges
What was Colorados first NHL team called? • Colorado Rockies
What hockey club plays home games at the Arrowhead Pond? • Anaheim Mighty Ducks
After playing two games with the Toronto Maple Leafs, what goalie spent twelve seasons with the Boston
Bruins, winning the Stanley Cup in 1970 and 1972? • Gerry Cheevers
In 1992, who became the first woman to play in a regular season game with a professional hockey team? • Manon Rheaume
What was Gerry Cheevers nickname? • Cheesey
Manon Rheaume made hockey history by being the first woman to play with a professional team. What position did she play? • Goalie
Playing for the Hartford Whalers during the 1979-80 season, he was known as the NHLs only grandfather. • Gordie Howe
What Russian forward represented the Ottawa Senators at the 1994 NHL all-star game? • Alexei Yashin
Which of the following teams did Wayne Gretzky NOT play for? • Washington Capitals
Selected by the Quebec Nordiques, what Swedish right-winger was chosen 1st overall in the 1989 draft? • Mats Sundin
Founded in 1999, what award is given to the NHL player who scores the most goals during the regular season? • Maurice Richard Trophy
The NHL’s Norris Trophy is awarded to whom? • Best defenseman
The NHL’s Conn Smythe Trophy is awarded to whom? • The MVP during the playoffs
What award is given to the NHLs coach-of-the-year? • Jack Adams Award
Prior to the 1999-2000 season, Chris Chelios had won a Stanley Cup with what team? • Montreal Canadiens
What jersey number does NHL player Jaromir Jagr wear? • 68
What Czechoslovakian left-winger was selected 5th overall by the Pittsburgh Penguins in the 1990 draft? • Jaromir Jagr
What nationality is NHL player Jari Kurri? • Finnish
What position does NHL player Phil Housley play? • Defense
After he scored 658 goals in 10 seasons with the New York Islanders, a bad back forced this right-winger to retire. • Mike Bossy
Of what nationality is NHL player Alexander Mogilny? • Russian
With what team was Dave Schultz playing when he set the NHLs record for most penalty minutes in one season? • Philadelphia Flyers
Who was traded to the Philadelphia Flyers for Peter Forsberg, Steve Duchesne, Kerry Huffman, Mike Ricci, Ron Hextall, Chris Simon, and draft picks? • Eric Lindros
What NHL team plays home games at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum? • New York Islanders
Of what nationality is left-winger, Esa Tikkanen? • Finnish
What NHL teams French Connection Line included Gilbert Perreault, Richard Martin, and Rene Robert? • Buffalo Sabres
Of what nationality is NHL left-winger, Keith Tkachuk? • American
What NHL player is nicknamed the Russian Rocket? • Pavel Bure
What is the name of Pavel Bures younger brother? • Valeri
In what country was hockey legend Bryan Trottier born? • Canada
What award is given to recognize outstanding service to hockey in the United States? • Lester Patrick Trophy
What NHL player is nicknamed the Great One? • Wayne Gretzky
What NHL player is nicknamed Eddie the Eagle? • Ed Belfour
What NHL goalie beat out Marcel Dionne, Richard Martin, and Guy Lafleur to win the Calder Trophy in 1972? • Ken Dryden
What tournament did the World Cup of Hockey replace in 1996? • Canada Cup
What Montreal Canadien won the Conn Smythe Trophy in 1986? • Patrick Roy
With what team was Wayne Gretzky playing when he scored his 500th career goal? • Edmonton Oilers
What country outside of North America has provided the NHL with the most players? • Russia
The majority of Hall of Fame inductees are of what nationality? • Canadian
What is NHL goalie Dominik Hasek’s nickname? • Dominator
After winning a gold medal at the 1980 Olympics, Ken Morrow joined what team where he won four Stanley Cups? • New York Islanders
Who did NHL player Wayne Gretzky marry in 1988? • Janet Jones
What is a goalies protective equipment that is worn on the non-catching hand called? • Blocker
Who coached the New York Rangers to their 1994 Stanley Cup victory? • Mike Keenan
What NHL team is nicknamed the Broadway Blueshirts? • New York Rangers
What hockey term is used to describe line changes made while the clock is still running? • Changing on the fly
What NHL player was known as the Golden Jet? • Bobby Hull
What position did NHL hall-of-famer, Denis Potvin, play? • Defense
What is the area between a goalies leg pads called? • Five hole
In hockey, what is the area between the two blue lines called? • Neutral zone
What position does NHL player Steve Yzerman play? • Center
What jersey number was retired by the NHL in 1999? • 99
What NHL team did Mike Bossy play for? • New York Islanders
What NHL player won his third consecutive scoring title in 2000? • Jaromir Jagr
What NHL team moved from the Great Western Forum into the Staples Center? • Los Angeles Kings
Next to Canada, what country provided the most players selected in the 2000 NHL entry draft? • United States
What NHL center, nicknamed “Little Beaver” scored 731 career goals? • Marcel Dionne
In hockey, who is credited with a goal if a player bounces the puck off a referee into the net? • Nobody, the goal is disallowed
A player shoots the puck towards the opposing teams net, bouncing it off his teammates rear end, into the net.
Who is credited with the goal? • The teammate with the sore behind.
What NHL team won 23 Stanley Cups during the 20th century? • Montreal Canadiens
How far down the ice are goaltenders in the NHL allowed to skate before they are penalized? • To the center red line
In hockey, what percentage of a puck must cross the goal line before it is considered a goal? • 100%
What NHL team plays home games at the CNN Center? • Atlanta Thrashers
Who holds the Boston Bruins record for most points in one season by a defenseman? • Bobby Orr
In 2000, who was asked to apologize to the Philadelphia Flyers medical staff or be traded from the team? • Eric Lindros
What colors are used in the NHL logo? • Orange and black
What was Scotty Bowman inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame as? • Coach
What was Tim Horton inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame as? • Player
Whose jersey number 4 was retired by the Boston Bruins? • Bobby Orr
What did NHL player Gerry Cheevers paint on his mask every time it was struck by a puck? • Stitches
What jersey number did NHL player Wayne Gretzky wear? • 99
After spending 20 seasons with the Boston Bruins, what player joined the Colorado Avalanche in search of a Stanley Cup ring? • Ray Bourque
What was NHL player Eric Lindros jersey number in Philadelphia? • 88
What type of shot is Boom Boom Geoffrion credited with bringing to the NHL? • Slap shot
How are NHL players Gordie Howe and Mark Howe related? • Father and son
How are NHL players Dennis Hull and Brett Hull related? • Uncle and nephew
In hockey, what part of the ice is nicknamed Gretzkys Office? • The area behind the net
What NHL team featured the Legion of Doom line? • Philadelphia Flyers
What NHL team is the only team in history to win the Stanley Cup five years in a row? • Montreal Canadiens
Who was the Colorado Avalanches first captain? • Joe Sakic
What is the last name of NHL brothers, Dave, Dale, and Mark? • Hunter
What did goalie John Vanbiesbrouck paint on his mask when he joined the Florida Panthers? • Panther
With what NHL team did left-winger, Bob Gainey, spend 16 seasons? • Montreal Canadiens
What NHL team is located in Landover? • Washington Capitals
What did O-Pee-Chee manufacture? • Hockey cards
What is the nickname of Vancouver Canucks’ General Motor Place? • Garage
Who holds the NHLs record for most goals scored by a right-winger? • Gordie Howe
What was NHL player Larry Robinson’s nickname? • Big Bird
What NHL team was once captained by Bobby Clarke? • Philadelphia Flyers
During what decade did the New York Islanders win 4 Stanley Cups? • 1980s
What NHL player has won the Calder Trophy twice? • Nobody
What was NHL player Bobby Orrs jersey number? • 4
What Boston Bruin won eight consecutive Norris Trophies? • Bobby Orr
How are hockey pucks treated prior to being used in a game? • Frozen
Who holds the NHLs record for the most 20-or-more goal seasons? • Gordie Howe
What former Montreal Canadien was nicknamed Flower? • Guy Lafleur
Bill Torrey is considered to be the architect of what teams four Stanley Cup championships? • New York Islanders
What position was eliminated after hockey became a six-person-per-side sport? • Rover
What ended Brett Lindros NHL career? • Concussion
In 1999, what defenseman did “The Hockey News” rank as the 2nd best player in the history of the NHL? • Bobby Orr
With what NHL team did Wayne Gretzky score the majority of his 894 career goals? • Edmonton Oilers
What is featured prominently in the Hartford Whaler’s logo? • All the above
As of 2002, what is on the shoulder of the Colorado Avalanche jersey? • “Bigfoot” foot print
During the 1983-84 season, Edmontons goalie set an NHL record by assisting on 14 goals. Who was this goaltender? • Grant Fuhr
What NHL event preceded the 2002 Olympics in Salt Lake City? • All-Star Game
What NHL player won both the Calder and Vezina Trophies in 1984, after being drafted directly out of high school? • Tom Barrasso
What country won the silver medal in women’s hockey at the Winter Olympics in 2002? • United States
Who won the Stanley Cup in 2001? • Colorado Rockies
What were the Hartford Whaler’s two main jersey colors? • Green and white
Which of the following is NOT one of the Philadelphia Flyers three colors? • Red
What did the FOX network call its electronic puck that glowed on TV screens? • FoxTrax
With what team did Eric Lindros make his “comeback” in 2001? • New York Rangers
Which of the following is NOT one of the three categories for induction into the Hockey Hall of Fame? • Management
What letters adorned the jerseys of the Soviet international hockey team? • CCCP
What position did hockey hall-of-famer, Brad Park, play? • Defense
Who wears jersey number 19 for the Detroit Red Wings? • Steve Yzerman
While playing for what NHL team did Bob Gainey win the first four Frank Selke Trophies ever awarded? • Montreal Canadiens
What NHL teams record for most shutouts in one season is held by Tony Esposito? • Chicago Blackhawks
What country did Cammi Granato represent at the 1998 Olympics? • United States
What country did NHL player Mats Sundin represent at the 1998 Olympics? • Sweden
What country did NHL goaltender, Tommy Salo, represent at the 1998 Olympics? • Sweden
What team won the Stanley Cup in 1995 under the guidance of team captain, Scott Stevens? • New Jersey Devils
Who was the captain of the Pittsburgh Penguins when they won the Stanley Cup in 1992? • Mario Lemieux
Who holds the NHL’s record of having played in 23 all-star games? • Gordie Howe
What team won the Stanley Cup in 1990 under the guidance of team captain, Mark Messier? • Edmonton Oilers
Who holds the NHLs record for most goals in one season? • Wayne Gretzky
What does the “PA” stand for in NHLPA? • Player’s Association
What position does NHL player Brett Hull play? • Right wing
What team was left-winger, John Bucyk, playing for when he recorded 116 points during the 1970-71 season? • Boston Bruins
What country won the gold medal in womens hockey at the 1998 Olympics in Nagano? • United States
What team did Fred Shero coach to back-to-back Stanley Cup victories during the 1970s? • Philadelphia Flyers
From what country did Peter Stastny defect in 1980 in order to play in the NHL? • Czechoslovakia
What NHL team plays home games at the Madison Square Gardens? • New York Rangers
What are official dimensions of a NHL net in feet (width x height)? • 6 x 4
What NHL teams record for most career penalty minutes is held by Chris Nilan? • Montreal Canadiens
What color light goes on to signify the end of a period or game in the NHL? • Green
What ended Pat LaFontaine’s NHL playing career? • Concussion
In 1961, the normal three-year waiting period for induction into the Hall of Fame was waived for what Montreal Canadien? • Maurice Richard
During the 1990s, how many minutes were there in an NHL regular season overtime period? • 5 minutes
With what team did Mark Messier begin his NHL playing career? • Edmonton Oilers
What team selected Patrik Stefan first overall in the NHL’s 1999 entry draft? • Atlanta Thrashers
What team selected Ed Jovanovski first overall in the NHL’s 1994 entry draft? • Florida Panthers
What NHL team retired Terry Sawchuks jersey number? • Detroit Red Wings
What is the maximum number of players that can be inducted annually into the Hockey Hall of Fame? • 3 players
Which of the following Canadian-based teams did NOT win a Stanley Cup during the 1980s? • Toronto Maple Leafs
What coach has won the most games in the NHL? • Scotty Bowman
What NHL teams fans are known for throwing rubber rats onto the ice? • Florida Panthers
What team was Mario Tremblay coaching when he set the NHLs record by winning his first six games as a rookie coach? • Montreal Canadiens
The 1972 Summit Series was a meeting between what two countries’ hockey teams? • Canada and the USSR
What Vancouver Canuck right-winger was named rookie-of-the-year in 1992? • Pavel Bure
Who was the Colorado Avalanches first head coach? • Marc Crawford
What NHL team plays home games at the America West Arena? • Phoenix Coyotes
What goalie was awarded the Hart Trophy in 1997 and 1998? • Dominik Hasek
Who holds the record for most games played in the NHL? • Gordie Howe
Which NHL player’s appearance at Le Collisee in Quebec prompted fans to throw pacifiers onto the ice? • Eric Lindros
What did Montreal Maroons goalie, Clint Benedict, wear some thirty years before Jacques Plante? • Goalie mask
What Pittsburgh Penguin was named rookie-of-the-year in 1985? • Mario Lemieux
Luc Robitaille was named the NHLs rookie-of-the-year in 1987 while playing for what team? • Los Angeles Kings
With what team did Alexander Mogilny begin his NHL career? • Buffalo Sabres
Whose jersey number 9 was retired by the Calgary Flames? • Lanny McDonald
Who was traded to the New York Rangers in 1991 for Bernie Nicholls, Louie DeBrusk, and Steven Rice? • Mark Messier
What position did NHL player Rogie Vachon play? • Goalie
What NHL trophy is given to the goalie voted to be the most valuable to his team? • Vezina Trophy
What team selected forward, Joe Thornton, first overall in the 1997 draft? • Boston Bruins
During the 20th century, what teams performance during the Stanley Cup finals was an impressive five victories and one loss? • Edmonton Oilers
What Swedish forward did the Toronto Maple Leafs acquire in return for Landon Wilson, Sylvain Lefevbre,
Wendel Clarke, and a draft pick? • Mats Sundin
What NHL team did Dave Taylor play for? • Los Angeles Kings
What position did Pelle Lindbergh play, before an automobile accident ended his NHL career? • Goalie
What netminder set a record by winning six Stanley Cups during his eight seasons in the NHL? • Ken Dryden
While visiting what NHL team is one most likely to see an octopus thrown onto the ice? • Detroit Red Wings
What Boston Bruin scored the famous Stanley Cup-winning goal of 1970? • Bobby Orr
What happened to Los Angeles Kings owner, Bruce McNall, ending his career as one of hockey’s rising entrepreneurs? • He was sent to jail
What position did NHL player, Mike Palmateer, play? • Goalie
What penalty is a referee indicating when he crosses both his arms in front of his chest? • Interference
What was Frank Mahovlichs nickname? • The Big ‘M’
What NHL team plays home games at the Savvis Center? • St. Louis Blues
What Detroit Red Wing was seriously injured in a limousine accident in 1997? • Vladimir Konstantinov
What NHL team did Bruce Norris manage from 1955 to 1982? • Detroit Red Wings

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What team had the highest payroll during the 1999-2000 season? Hint: the team didnt make the playoffs. • New York Rangers
What team was Jacques Plante playing for when he won his first of seven Vezina Trophies? • Montreal Canadiens
Who was awarded the Hart Trophy in 1988, ending Wayne Gretzkys eight consecutive victories? • Mario Lemieux
During the 1990s, the Art Ross Trophy was only awarded to players on two different teams. Name both of these teams. • Penguins and Kings
What city is home to the Hockey Hall of Fame? • Toronto
Who was the last Philadelphia Flyer to win the Hart Trophy prior to Eric Lindros? • Bobby Clarke
Who is the Chicago Blackhawks all-time scoring leader? • Stan Mikita
What caused the cancellation of the 1919 Stanley Cup finals? • Influenza epidemic
What Detroit Red Wing won the Hart Trophy in 1994? • Sergei Federov
What New York Islander was the last player to win the Hart Trophy before Wayne Gretzkys eight consecutive victories? • Bryan Trottier
In 1921, the Montreal Canadiens were sold for an astonishing amount of money. How much was the team sold for? • $11,000
Who was the last defenseman to win the Hart Trophy during the 20th century? • Bobby Orr
What NHL left-winger, and future coach, was nicknamed Slats? • Glen Sather
During the 1928 finals, Lester Patrick replaced the New York Rangers goalie after he was knocked unconscious.
What position did Patrick play? • Coach
What team did Scotty Bowman coach to three consecutive Stanley Cup defeats during the late 1960s? • St. Louis Blues
What team was Larry Murphy playing for when he set the NHLs record for most points in one season by a rookie defenseman? • Los Angeles Kings
What league is home to the Kansas City Blades? • International Hockey League (IHL)
Who coached the Detroit Red Wings from 1927 until 1947? • Jack Adams
What name was given to the Toronto Maple Leafs line of Harvey Jackson, Joe Primeau, and Charlie Conacher? • Kid Line
What team won the second most Stanley Cups during the 20th century? • Toronto Maple Leafs
Prior to Dominik Hasek, who was the last NHL goalie to win the Hart Trophy? • Jacques Plante
Who was the NHLs leading scorer during Wayne Gretzkys first year in the league? • Marcel Dionne
The Ottawa Senators and what other Ottawa-based team have won the Stanley Cup? • Ottawa Silver Seven
Foster Hewitt was inducted into the hockey Hall of Fame for his contributions as what? • Broadcaster
What team won the most Stanley Cups during the 1970s? • Montreal Canadiens
Who was the last Montreal Canadien to win the Hart Trophy during the 20th century? • Guy Lafleur
What was the only team from Vancouver to win a Stanley Cup during the 20th century? • Vancouver Millionaires
Who was the first NHL player to surpass the 500-career-goal mark? • Maurice Richard
While many Montreal-based teams won the Stanley Cup, only two from Montreal won the cup after it was reserved for teams in the NHL. Name both of these teams. • Montreal Canadiens and Maroons
What was the only team based in Quebec City to win a Stanley Cup during the 20th century? • Quebec Bulldogs
Which of the following New York Islanders did NOT win rookie-of-the-year honors during the 1970s? • Billy Smith
Who was the last Montreal Canadien to win the NHLs regular season scoring title during the 20th century? • Guy Lafleur
After retiring from the NHL for the second time, Guy Lafleur created his own line of juices. What did he name his drinks? • Flower Power
What NHL team spent the 1990s in the derelict Civic Arena? • Pittsburgh Penguins
What Chicago Blackhawk won the Lady Byng Trophy in 1967, while leading the league in penalty minutes? • Stan Mikita
What was Pittsburghs first NHL team called? • Pittsburgh Pirates
Who was selected first overall by the Tampa Bay Lightning at the 1992 draft? • Roman Hamrlik
What Chicago Blackhawk was the first player born outside North America to win the NHLs regular season scoring title? • Stan Mikita
What was the original name of the Detroit Red Wings when they entered the NHL in 1926? • Detroit Cougars
When hockey was created during the 1800s, one necessity was a hurley. What is the present-day name for a hurley? • Hockey stick
Besides Gordie Howe, who is the only other Detroit Red Wing to win the NHLs regular season scoring title during the 20th century? • Ted Lindsay
What Canadian NHL team moved to Missouri in 1934, becoming the St. Louis Eagles? • Ottawa Senators
Told he would never play hockey again after being wounded during WW2, Howie Meeker went on to win the
Calder Trophy playing for what team? • Toronto Maple Leafs
What name was given to the Montreal Canadiens line of Elmer Lach, Toe Blake, and Maurice Richard? • Punch Line
Other than Wayne Gretzky, which Edmonton Oilers has scored more than 70 goals in one season? • Jari Kurri
As of the 2001-2002 season, who holds the NHLs record for most points in one season by a rookie? • Teemu Selanne
Who of the following is NOT one of the NHL-playing Stastny brothers? • Michel Stastny
What city was home to the NHLs California Golden Seals? • Oakland
What name was given to the Detroit Red Wings line of Sid Abel, Ted Lindsay, and Gordie Howe? • Production Line
During the 1980-81 season, what rookie with the Quebec Nordiques scored 39 regular season goals, tying rookie Peter Stastnys 39 goals? • Anton Stastny
Which of the following teams entered the NHL during the 1967 expansion? • Minnesota North Stars
Who replaced Dick Irvin as head coach, leading the Montreal Canadiens to eight Stanley Cup victories? • Toe Blake
What hockey arena was nicknamed the Carlton Street Cashbox? • Maple Leaf Gardens
Which member of the NHL’s Original Six never had a player break the 50-goals-per-season mark until 1982? • Toronto Maple Leafs
During the 1966-67 season, six teams played in the NHL. How many teams played in the league the following year? • 12 teams
Who blind-sided Ace Bailey in 1933, ending Baileys hockey career? • Eddie Shore
With what team did Marcel Dionne begin his NHL career? • Detroit Red Wings
Who broke the NHLs color barrier in 1958? • Willie ORee
In 1927, what Montreal Canadien won the NHLs first Vezina Trophy? • George Hainsworth
What was the World Hockey Associations championship trophy called? • Avco Cup
Who was traded to the St. Louis Blues in 1996 for Craig Johnson, Patrice Tardif, and Roman Vopat? • Wayne Gretzky
What former Montreal Canadien died of complications arising from a broken leg suffered during a game in 1937? • Howie Morenz
In 1972, Gordie Howe and his two sons, Mark and Marty, joined what World Hockey Association team? • Houston Aeros
In 1979, brothers Mark and Marty Howe joined what NHL team? • Hartford Whalers
What hockey league was founded in 1945 as a way to provide playing opportunities for WW2 veterans returning to the Detroit area? • International Hockey League (IHL)
What hockey team won the most Avco Cups, doing so three times? • Winnipeg Jets
In his first full season with the Detroit Red Wings, what Russian-born NHL player recorded an impressive +37 plus/minus average? • Viacheslav Fetisov
Name the only American-based team to survive the demise of the WHA and join the NHL. • Hartford Whalers
What is the International Hockey Leagues championship trophy called? • Turner Cup
Which of the following players did not break the 50-goals-per-season mark during the 1990s? • Eric Lindros
Which of the following is NOT one of the three Canadian World Hockey Association teams that joined the NHL in 1979? • Calgary Flames
What is the real first name of former player and coach, Toe Blake? • Hector
What was Minnesotas World Hockey Association team called? • Minnesota Fighting Saints
What country did Team USA defeat in its final game at the 1980 Olympics? • Finland
Which of the following NHL players is NOT one of three rookies to record more than 90 points during 1981-82 season? • Darryl Sutter
What was Indianapolis World Hockey Association team called? • Indianapolis Racers
When, and where, did the United States win its first gold medal in Olympic hockey competition? • 1960 at Squaw Valley, United States
By what name was NHL player, Edouard Lalonde, better known? • Newsy Lalonde
In 1978, the New York Rangers dealt a blow to the WHA by signing-away two Swedish stars, Anders Hedberg and Ulf Nilsson, from what team? • Winnipeg Jets
Mike Eruzione, captain of the 1980 Miracle on Ice US hockey team, played for what NHL club? • None, he retired from hockey
Who scored the game-winning penalty shot against Canada, giving Sweden the gold medal at the 1994 Olympics? • Peter Forsberg
What country won the gold medal in mens hockey at the 1998 Olympics in Nagano? • Czechoslovakia
In 1976, the NHL’s Kansas City Scouts moved west, becoming what team? • Colorado Rockies
What country won the most Olympic gold medals in hockey during the 20th century? • Russia (USSR)
With what team was Alexander Mogilny playing when he scored 76 goals in one season? • Buffalo Sabres
What Montreal Canadiens hall-of-famer scored five goals during his rookie season before breaking his ankle? • Maurice Richard
During a regular season game in the NHL, how many minutes is given to a goalie to warm up when he enters the game to replace an injured goalie? • No time
Who was the first American-born NHL player to score more than 500 goals? • Joe Mullen
In 1976, the NHL’s California Golden Seals moved, becoming what team? • Cleveland Barons
What hockey league is home to the Detroit Vipers? • International Hockey League (IHL)
Drafted by the Toronto Maple Leafs, what Saskatoon Blades left-winger was selected first overall at the 1985 draft? • Wendel Clark
Who played right wing on the Detroit Red Wings Production Line? • Gordie Howe
Drafted by the Detroit Red Wings, what Peterborough Pete was selected 4th overall at the 1983 draft? • Steve Yzerman
In 1982, the NHL’s Colorado Rockies moved, becoming what team? • New Jersey Devils
What 20-year-old goalie was named rookie-of-the-year in 1951 while playing for the Detroit Red Wings? • Terry Sawchuck
What OHL team was Eric Lindros playing for when he was drafted into the NHL? • Oshawa Generals
As of the 2001-2002 season, who held the NHLs record for playing in the most playoff games? • Mark Messier
Drafted by the Montreal Canadiens, what Quebec Rampart right-winger was selected 1st overall at the 1971 draft? • Guy Lafleur
What OHL team was Wayne Gretzky playing for when he was drafted into the WHA? • Sault Ste. Marie Greyhounds
With how many teams did Yvan Cournoyer win 10 Stanley Cups? • 1 team
During the 1990s, the NHL’s Hartford Whalers moved, becoming what team? • Carolina Hurricanes
What WHA team drafted Wayne Gretzky, later selling him to the Edmonton Oilers? • Indianapolis Racers
What former goalies books include “The Game” and “Home Game”. • Ken Dryden
During the 1990s, the NHL’s Quebec Nordiques moved, becoming what team? • Colorado Avalanche
Whose contract did Alan Eagleson successfully negotiate to become hockey’s first agent? • Bobby Orr
During the 1990s, the NHL’s Winnipeg Jets moved, becoming what team? • Phoenix Coyotes
What is Michigans International Hockey League team called? • Michigan K-Wings
Everybody who won the NHLs scoring title during the 20th century was born in Canada except two players.
Where were these two players born? • Czechoslovakia
What was Atlantas first NHL team called? • Atlanta Flames
After winning 106 games with the Cleveland Crusaders, what goaltender returned to the NHL to play for the Boston Bruins? • Gerry Cheevers
Who was the first American-born player to win the NHLs regular season scoring title? • None (as of the year 2002)
What International Hockey League team replaced the Jets in Winnipeg? • Manitoba Moose
What team did the New York Rangers defeat during the 1994 Stanley Cup finals? • Vancouver Canucks
After 13 seasons with the Montreal Canadiens, what defenseman joined the WHAs Nordiques where he scored 68 goals in 7 seasons? • J.C. Tremblay
What International Hockey League team is located in Utah? • Utah Grizzlies
How many Sutter brothers played in the NHL? • 6 brothers
Selected by the Quebec Nordiques, what center was chosen 1st overall at the 1991 draft? • Eric Lindros
What is Calgarys Western Hockey League team called? • Calgary Hitmen
Whose handprints and footprints, cast in concrete underneath center ice, were removed from the Maple Leaf
Gardens during the 1990s? • Harold Ballard
What is Portlands Western Hockey League team called? • Portland Winter Hawks
What award is given to the best defensive forward in the NHL? • Frank Selke Trophy
What is Kamloops Western Hockey League team called? • Kamloops Blazers
What did hockey great, Guy Lafleur, become a spokesman for in 2001? • Erectile disfunction
Rene Lecavelier and Danny Gallivan are best known for their broadcasting careers covering what hockey team? • Montreal Canadiens
What NHL award is given to the player who exhibits good sportsmanship, gentlemanly conduct, and a high standard of ability? • Lady Byng Trophy
What member of the 1980 Miracle on Ice team went on to score 335 goals in the NHL, most of them with the
Minnesota North Stars? • Neal Broten
What defenseman, after winning a gold medal for the US in 1980, spent 18 seasons in the NHL with the Buffalo Sabres and Detroit Red Wings? • Mike Ramsey
What team holds the NHLs record for most goals in one season with 446? • Edmonton Oilers
What country won the first World Cup of Hockey in 1996? • United States
Prior to the 1999-2000 season, Paul Coffey had won Stanley Cups with the Edmonton Oilers and which other team? • Pittsburgh Penguins
Who is the only player in the NHL to “retire” after winning the regular season scoring title? • Mario Lemieux
Where do the New Jersey Devils play home games? • East Rutherford
What goalie had his throat sliced by a skate during a game in 1989? • Clint Malarchuk
For which NHL team did Manon Rheaume try out? • Tampa Bay Lightning
The Lester Pearson Award is presented to the NHLs most valuable player, as selected by the NHLPA. Who was
Lester Pearson? • Former prime minister of Canada
Which of the Sutter brothers played with the St. Louis Blues the longest? • Brian
Who won the NHLs first Maurice Richard Trophy in 1999? • Teemu Selanne
What NHL trophy is given to the goalie with the best goals-against-average? • William Jennings Award
Where did Claude Lemieux begin his NHL career? • Montreal Canadiens
Which of the following teams did Scotty Bowman NOT coach to a Stanley Cup victory? • Buffalo Sabres
Where did Paul Coffey play junior hockey? • Sault Ste. Marie
With what team was Lanny McDonald playing when he scored his 500th career goal? • Calgary Flames
During what round was Brett Hull selected in the NHL’s 1984 entry draft? • 6th round
What NHL team was Mike Gartner playing when he scored his 500th career goal? • New York Rangers
When Ray Bourque first entered the NHL, what was his jersey number? • Number 7
Beginning in 1955, what defenseman won seven Norris Trophies in eight years? • Doug Harvey
With what team did Vladislav Tretiak win thirteen Soviet League Hockey Championships? • Central Red Army
What NHL team drafted Dominik Hasek 207th overall in the 1983 draft? • Chicago Blackhawks
After being fired as coach of the Colorado Rockies, who said, Its pretty hard to fly with eagles when youre mixed up with turkeys? • Don Cherry
Touted as one of the best forwards in Soviet history, what left-winger from the Central Red Army died in a car accident in 1981? • Valeri Kharlamov
In 1976, what team traded Rick Middleton to the Boston Bruins, where he went on to score 402 regular season goals and 45 playoff goals? • New York Rangers
What arena is home to the Tampa Bay Lightning? • Ice Palace
Terry Crisp was what NHL teams first head coach? • Tampa Bay Lightning
After playing 17 seasons with the team, who became the Los Angeles Kings general manager? • Dave Taylor
What position did hall-of-famer, Guy Lafleur, play? • Right wing
What Canadian-born NHL player played for the United States during the 1996 World Cup of Hockey? • Brett Hull
What NHL teams captains have included Kelly Kisio and Dave Maloney? • New York Rangers
What position did hall-of-famer, Eddie Shore, play? • Defense
Who was in nets for Team USA during the final game of the 1996 World Cup of Hockey? • Mike Richter
Who scored the series-winning goal to end the Canada-Soviet hockey series of 1972? • Paul Henderson
Which was the first expansion team to win the Stanley Cup? • Philadelphia Flyers
What position did hockey hall-of-famer, John Bucyk, play? • Left wing
What team did the Detroit Red Wings beat in 1997, winning the team’s first Stanley Cup in over forty years? • Philadelphia Flyers
In 1973, Denis Potvin joined his brother on defense with the New York Islanders. What was his brothers name? • Jean
As of the 2001-2002 season, how many NHL teams’ nicknames did not end with the letter “s”? • Three
What position did hockey hall-of-famer, Tim Horton, play? • Defense
What team won the third most Stanley Cups during the 20th century? • Detroit Red Wings
Pat Burns has won the Jack Adams Trophy with three “Original Six” hockey teams. Which of the following is NOT one of those teams? • Chicago Blackhawks
Prior to Larry Murphy and Ray Bourque, who had played in the second most NHL games? • Alex Delvecchio
How many regular season goals did Gordie Howe score in the NHL? • 801 goals
What hockey league is home to the famous Hershey Bears? • American Hockey League
In 1920, Joe Malone set the NHLs record for most goals in one game. How many goals did he score? • 7 goals
What type of injury put an early end to Bobby Orrs hockey career? • Knee
What NHL team plays home games at the United Center? • Chicago Blackhawks
What Quebec Nordique recorded 109 points in his rookie season, bested only by Teemu Selanne? • Peter Stastny
What injured body part put an early end to Bernie Parents hockey career? • Eye
With what NHL team did Dino Ciccarelli manage to break the 50-goals-per-season mark twice? • Minnesota North Stars
Who was the first NHL player to score 50 goals in 50 games? • Maurice Richard
What New York Islander rookie notched an impressive 95 points during the 1975-76 season? • Bryan Trottier
Where did Scott Stevens begin his NHL career? • Washington Capitals
What team did New Jersey beat in the Stanley Cup finals in 1995? • Detroit Red Wings
Who holds the NHLs record for the most games played by a goalie? • Terry Sawchuck
Who is the only NHL player to break the 50-goals-per-season mark nine consecutive times? • Mike Bossy
Who was traded to the Phoenix Coyotes for Alexei Zhamnov, Craig Mills, and a draft pick? • Jeremy Roenick
What nickname was given to Montreal Canadiens’ right-winger, Yvan Cournoyer? • Roadrunner
After appearing in 79 games, what NHL player set the leagues record for most regular season game appearances by a goalie in one season? • Grant Fuhr
After winning two Stanley Cups in three years, what Montreal goaltender took a year off to complete law school? • Ken Dryden
Who holds the NHLs record for most career shutouts? • Terry Sawchuk
Who is the only NHL player to win the Conn Smythe Trophy one year, and be named rookie-of-the-year the following year? • Ken Dryden
During the early 1980s, who set an NHL record by posting a 23 game undefeated streak, the longest ever by a rookie goalie? • Grant Fuhr
How many Stanley Cups did the Vancouver Canucks win during the 20th century? • None
How many Stanley Cups did the Philadelphia Flyers win during the 20th century? • Two
Who was the first player to match Rocket Richards record of 50-or-more goals in one season? Hint: he was a teammate. • Boom Boom Geoffrion
Who holds the Chicago Blackhawks record for most 50-or-more goal seasons? • Bobby Hull
How many Stanley Cups did the Detroit Red Wings win during the 20th century? • Nine
What defenseman led the NHL in 2000 with a plus/minus average of +52? • Chris Pronger
Who was the first player to break the NHLs 70-goals-per-season mark? • Phil Esposito
Brad Park had an impressive NHL career plus/minus average of +358. His only two years with a minus average were his only two years playing with what team? • Detroit Red Wings
What rookie goaltender led the NHL in 2000 with a goals-against average of 1.91? • Brian Boucher
Who of the following is NOT one of the three Broten brothers who entered the NHL during the 1980s? • James Broten
Vic Hadfield was what NHL teams first player to break the 50-goals-per-season mark? • New York Rangers
What injured body part put an early end to Mike Bossys hockey career? • Back
What team did Roman Turek backstop to the NHLs best record during the 1999-2000 season? • St. Louis Blues
Mickey Redmond was what NHL teams first player to break the 50-goals-per-season mark? • Detroit Red Wings
What arena did the Montreal Canadiens abandon when they moved into the Molson Centre? • Montreal Forum
What team entered the NHL playing home games at the Gaylord Entertainment Center? • Nashville Predators
Who set an NHL record by winning the Art Ross, Norris, Hart, and Conn Smythe trophies all in the same year? • Bobby Orr
Bill Ranford won the Conn Smythe Trophy in 1990 while playing for what team? • Edmonton Oilers
Next to Russia, what non-North American country has provided the NHL with the most players? • Sweden
What percentage of the players drafted into the NHL in 1970 were born outside North America? • 0%
In the NHL, what penalty is issued if a goalie throws his stick at a puck? • Penalty shot
Who holds the NHLs record of being the youngest player to break the 50-goals-per-season mark? • Wayne Gretzky
Who holds the NHLs record for most career penalty minutes? • Dave Tiger Williams
In addition to a game misconduct penalty, what does a player receive if he is foolish enough to manhandle an NHL referee? • Automatic 20-game suspension
What penalty is assessed if a goalies pads are larger than the NHLs legal limit? • One game suspension
By what name is goaltender, Lorne Worsley, better known? • Gump Worsley
What team joined the NHL in 1999? • Atlanta Thrashers
What was former NHL coach, George Imlachs, nickname? • Punch
By what name is NHL enforcer, David Williams, better known? • Tiger
What team set an NHL record by finishing the 1976-77 season with a record of 60 wins, 8 losses, and 12 ties? •
Montreal Canadiens
What NHL teams first captain was Al Arbour? • St. Louis Blues
Chris Chelios holds what NHL teams record for most career penalty minutes? • Chicago Blackhawks
What annual award is given to the top US college hockey player? • Hobey Baker Memorial Award
Which of the following team did Marcel Dionne NOT play for? • St. Louis Blues
George Hainsworth set a NHL record by posting 22 shutouts in 44 games. During this record-setting season, what did he wear to protect his face? • Nothing
For which NHL team has Wayne Gretzky played, but NOT been named captain? • New York Rangers
Who holds the NHLs record for most points in one game? • Darryl Sittler
In 1991, what Calgary Flame set an NHL record by scoring three short-handed goals in one game? • Theoren Fleury
Who holds the NHLs record for most goals scored by a defenseman in one season? • Paul Coffey
In what year did Wayne Gretzky win the Calder Trophy? • He never did
Three players share the NHLs record for the fastest goal from the start of a game. How many seconds did it take them to score? • 5 seconds
What was hockey hall-of-famer Maurice Richards jersey number? • Number 9
Who holds the New York Rangers record for most points in one season by a defenseman? • Brian Leetch
Who was suspended from the NHL for hitting Donald Brashear on the head with his stick? • Marty McSorley
As of 2002, who is the only goalie to have recorded 500 career wins? • Patrick Roy
In the NHL, what happens when no foul has been committed, but a player blatantly embellishes a fall or an injury in an attempt to draw a penalty? • One minor penalty
How many seasons did Mike Keenan spend in the NHL as a player? • None
By what name is former NHL goaltender, Michel Raymond Larocque, better known? • Bunny
Of what nationality is the NHL’s 502-career-goal-scorer, Joe Mullen? • American
Of what nationality is NHL player, Steve Thomas? • British
What position did coach, Al Arbour, play for 14 seasons in the NHL? • Defense
Who was the first NHL player drafted from a European team to be inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame? • Borje Salming
With which of the following teams did Claude Lemieux NOT win a Stanley Cup during the 20th century? • Detroit Red Wings
What Detroit Red Wing was named the NHLs best defensive forward in 1994 and 1996? • Sergei Federov
How many seasons did it take for Al MacInnis to win his first Norris Trophy in the NHL? • 18 seasons
With what team did Toe Blake win two Stanley Cups as a player, before winning eight more as a coach? • Montreal Canadiens
In 1982, Wayne Gretzky set the NHLs single-season goal-scoring record. How many goals did he net? • 92 goals
What percentage of Jari Kurris 601 career goals were on assists by Wayne Gretzky? • 60%
What goaltender recorded both a shutout and a goal during one NHL game in 1999? • Damian Rhodes
Who was the first player in the NHL to score on Tony Esposito? • Phil Esposito
How did the Boston Bruins fare in the team’s last game in the Boston Gardens? • Loss
How did the Toronto Maple Leafs fare in the team’s last game at Maple Leaf Gardens? • Loss
What NHL team did Billy Reay coach for 14 seasons without ever winning a Stanley Cup? • Chicago Blackhawks
How old was Gordie Howe when he retired from the NHL? • 52
With what NHL team did Dave Poulin begin his NHL playing career? • Philadelphia Flyers
How are hockey hall-of-famer Bryan Hextall, and goaltender Ron Hextall, related? • Grandfather and grandson
What happened to the Montreal Arena, forcing the Montreal Wanderers to withdraw from the NHL? • Burned down
What illness or injury forced Paul Kariya to miss the 1998 Winter Olympics? • Concussion
What Buffalo Sabre scored 76 regular season goals during the 1992-93 season? • Alexander Mogilny
Where did Cliff Ronning begin his NHL career? • St. Louis Blues
During the 1985-86 season, Tim Kerr set an NHL record by scoring 34 power-play goals. What team was he playing for? • Philadelphia Flyers
What team traded Grant Fuhr to the Buffalo Sabres? • Toronto Maple Leafs
During the 1990s, what animal replaced the Vancouver Canuck’s team logo? • Whale
If you are wearing a San Jose Sharks’ jersey, which direction is the shark in the logo facing? • Left
How many “feathers” are in the Philadelphia Flyers’ logo? • Four
Although Billy Smith is credited with the NHLs first goal by a goaltender, he did not shoot the puck directly
into the net. Who was the first goalie to do so? • Ron Hextall
What team was NHL player, Charlie Simmer, playing for when he scored 56 goals during the 1979-80 season? •
Los Angeles Kings
How many Stanley Cups did Wayne Gretzky win? • Four
With what NHL team did Bob Carpenter begin his NHL playing career? • Washington Capitals
How many regular season points did Wayne Gretzky record during his NHL career? • 2,857
What team did Garry Unger represent at the 1975 NHL all-star game? • St. Louis Blues
What player scored exactly 500 regular season goals before retiring from the NHL? • Lanny McDonald
Who was the first captain of the Nashville Predators? • Tom Fitzgerald
What arena had a power failure, forcing the postponement of an NHL playoff game in 1988? • Boston Gardens
What NHL teams first captain was Brian Skrudland? • Florida Panthers
How many regular season goals did Wayne Gretzky score during his career? • 894
In 1995, Jim Carey was nominated for the rookie-of-the-year award in the NHL and what other league? • American Hockey League
What last name do hockey hall-of-famers, Charlie, Lionel, and Roy, all share? • Conacher
What was hockey hall-of-famer Marcel Dionne’s nickname? • Little Beaver
What was NHL player, Barry Beck, best known for? • Checking ability

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Who was the first president of the NHL? • Frank Calder
Of the four founding teams in the NHL, which two were in existence at the start of the 1999-2000 season? • Canadiens and Senators
Who was president of the NHL from 1946 until 1977? • Clarence Campbell
Who bought the Toronto St. Patricks in 1926, changing the name to the Maple Leafs? • Conn Smythe
Who was the last Toronto Maple Leaf to win the NHLs regular season scoring title during the 20th century? Hint: it was way back in 1938. • Gordie Drillon
Frank Nighbor won the NHLs first Hart Trophy in 1924 while playing for what team? • Ottawa Senators
Who was the last Toronto Maple Leaf to win the Hart Trophy during the 20th century? • Ted Kennedy
What Ontario Hockey League team is located in Ottawa? • Ottawa 67s
What was New Yorks first NHL team called? • New York Americans
In 1925, a team from Victoria won the Stanley Cup. What was the teams name? • Victoria Cougars
In 1930, the Toronto Maple Leafs bought what player from the Ottawa Senators for $35,000, an unheard of amount at the time? • King Clancy
In 1917, a team from Seattle won the Stanley Cup. What was the teams name? • Seattle Metropolitans
The 1981 biography “If You Cant Beat Em In The Alley” followed the life of what hockey entrepreneur? • Conn Smythe
What Chicago Blackhawk won the first-ever Art Ross Trophy in 1946 and 1947? Hint: he was later traded to the Maple Leafs. • Max Bentley
Complete the title of the famous 1972 Ken Danby hockey painting: At The _______. • Crease
What team won the most Stanley Cups during the 1920s? • Ottawa Senators
Bob Wilson and Fred Cusick are best known for their broadcasting careers covering what hockey team? • Boston Bruins
What team won the 31st Stanley Cup, marking the first time it was won by a team from the United States? • Seattle Metropolitans
What did the Ottawa Senators’ first round draft pick, Alexander Daigle, wear in an ill-conceived publicity photo shoot? • Nurse’s uniform
What name was given to the Boston Bruins line of Milt Schmidt, Bobby Bauer, and Woody Dumart? • Kraut Line
What Montreal hockey club won five Stanley Cups during the 1890s? • Montreal Victorias
After the start of the World War Two, what was the Boston Bruins Kraut Line renamed? • Kitchener Kids
Tiny Thompson recorded the NHLs first ever assist by a goalie while playing for what team? • Boston Bruins
Scoring five goals in his first NHL game, this Toronto Maple Leaf was inducted into the Hall of Fame as a broadcaster. • Howie Meeker
What NHL goalie collapsed on the ice in 1925, and later died of tuberculosis? • Georges Vezina
What nickname was given to Montreal Canadiens center, Howie Morenz? • Stratford Streak
Who did the Vancouver Canucks trade to the Boston Bruins for Barry Pederson? • Cam Neely
What play-making center, and future hall-of-famer, won the first ever Calder Trophy in his first year with the Toronto Maple Leafs? • Syl Apps
Which of the following NHL teams did John Ogrodnick NOT play for? • Winnipeg Jets
What country won the gold medal in hockey at the 1994 Olympics, beating Canada in a sudden-death penalty shoot-out? • Sweden
With what team did the legendary helmetless defenseman, Brad Marsh, end his NHL playing career? • Ottawa Senators
What NHL defenseman was nicknamed the Big Train? • Lionel Conacher
Which one of the following teams joined the NHL in 1974? • Kansas City Scouts
In 1992, the Tampa Bay Lightning selected a defenseman first overall in the NHL draft. How do you spell his last name? • Hamrlik
In his rookie year with the Boston Bruins, what goalie recorded 10 shutouts in 41 games during the 1938-39 season? • Frank Brimsek
What former center with the Swift Current Broncos was drafted 15th overall in the 1987 NHL draft? • Joe Sakic
What was Philadelphias original NHL team called? • Philadelphia Quakers
Who played left wing on the Montreal Canadiens Punch Line? • Toe Blake
Lasting only one season during the 1930s, what was St. Louis original NHL team called? • St. Louis Eagles
Budd Lynch and Bruce Martyn are best known for their broadcasting careers covering what NHL team? • Detroit Red Wings
In 1932, what team was renamed the Detroit Red Wings? • Detroit Falcons
What QMJHL team was Mario Lemieux playing for when he was drafted into the NHL? • Laval Voisins
Who died in a plane crash two months after scoring the cup-winning goal for the Toronto Maple Leafs at the 1951 Stanley Cup finals? • Bill Barilko
Who did Alex Delvecchio replace on the Detroit Red Wings Production Line in 1952? • Sid Abel
Rocket Richards suspension for attacking Hal Laycoe allowed what teammate to win the NHLs regular season scoring title? • Boom Boom Geoffrion
What International Hockey League team did Manon Rheaume play for in 1992? • Atlanta Knights
In 1958, what left-winger was named rookie-of-the-year, beating out Chicagos Bobby Hull? • Frank Mahovlich
What IHL team was Patrik Stefan playing for when he was drafted by the Altanta Thrashers in the team’s first NHL draft? • Long Beach Ice Dogs
What is Las Vegas International Hockey League team called? • Las Vegas Thunder
In what city do the International Hockey Leagues Lumberjacks play home games? • Cleveland
What International Hockey League team replaced the Nordiques in Quebec? • Quebec Rafales
What is Brandons Western Hockey League team called? • Brandon Wheat Kings
Who coached the Montreal Canadiens to 10 overtime victories during the 1993 playoffs? • Jacques Demers
What is the name of Seattles Western Hockey League team? • Seattle Thunderbirds
Who did Wayne Gretzky score his 500th career goal against? • Nobody (empty net goal)
With what team did Andy Bathgate win his only Stanley Cup? • Toronto Maple Leafs
With what two teams did King Clancy win a Stanley Cup? • Maple Leafs and Senators
What NHL teams first high-scoring line consisted of Bill Cook, Frank Boucher, and Bun Cook? • New York Rangers
In 1974, what NHL player from Flin Flon became the first player from an expansion team to win the Hart Trophy? • Bobby Clarke
What NHL team was Harry Lumley playing with when he recorded 13 shutouts during the 1953-54 season? • Toronto Maple Leafs
Which of the Sutter brothers recorded the most points in the NHL? • Brent
What NHL team was Red Kelly with when he won the first Norris Trophy ever awarded? • Detroit Red Wings
Beginning in 1963, Pierre Pilote won three consecutive Norris Trophies. What NHL team did he play for? • Chicago Blackhawks
In hockey, the Gold Stick Award is awarded to whom? • Europes top-rated hockey player
Where was Trevor Linden playing hockey when he was drafted into the NHL? • Medicine Hat Tigers
What NHL team was Doug Harvey with when he won his seventh, and final, Norris Trophy? • New York Rangers
Who was the only goalie to win the King Clancy Memorial Trophy during the 1990s? • Curtis Joseph
Who is the only player in the NHL to win eight Stanley Cups playing two different positions, four as a defenseman and four as a center? • Red Kelly
Who holds the Philadelphia Flyers’ record for most goals in one season by a defenseman? • Mark Howe
What NHL team was Dino Ciccarelli with when he scored his 500th career goal? • Detroit Red Wings
Prior to joining the NHL’s Quebec Nordiques, Peter Stastny played for what elite European team? • Slovan Bratislava
With what hockey team did Viacheslav Fetisov play 13 seasons before joining the New Jersey Devils? • Central Red Army
Finish the famous Conn Smythe hockey quote, If you cant beat em in the alley, you ________. • cant beat em on the ice
Hockey hall-of-famer, Teeder Kennedy, won five Stanley Cups with what team? • Toronto Maple Leafs
What European city is home to the International Ice Hockey Association Hall of Fame? • Helsinki
What team won the first ever Stanley Cup? • Montreal AAA
What team selected Gord Kluzak first overall in the NHL’s 1982 draft? • Boston Bruins
Who holds the NHL’s record for most consecutive games played? • Doug Jarvis
What team selected Pierre Turgeon first overall in the NHL’s 1987 entry draft? • Buffalo Sabres
Who holds the NHLs record for the most 30-or-more goal seasons? • Mike Gartner
What NHL team did Turk Broda backstop to five Stanley Cups victories? • Toronto Maple Leafs
In 1915, the Millionaires won the Stanley Cup. In what city were the Millionaires located? • Vancouver
What jersey number did Wayne Gretzky wear in his first game as an Edmonton Oiler? • Number 20
In 1979, what team won the last Avco Cup ever awarded? Hint: this team joined the NHL later that year. • Winnipeg Jets
In what year was the Stanley Cup championship canceled due to an influenza epidemic? • 1919
Who set the NHLs record for most consecutive games played by a goaltender, playing in an amazing 502 consecutive games? • Glenn Hall
When was the Stanley Cup reserved exclusively for NHL teams? • 1927
During the 1980s, who recorded 92 points in one season, setting the Calgary Flames record for most points by a rookie? • Joe Nieuwendyk
In 1913, the Bulldogs won the team’s second Stanley Cup. What city was home to the Bulldogs? • Quebec City
When was the first Stanley Cup championship played? • 1893
During the 20th century, who appeared in 906 NHL games as a goalie, second only to Terry Sawchuck? • Glenn Hall
In how many consecutive games did Glenn Hall play when he set the NHL’s record for most consecutive games as a goalie? • 502 consecutive games
During the 1928-29 season, what Montreal Canadien set the NHLs record by posting 22 shutouts in 44 games? • George Hainsworth
What team selected defenseman, Bobby Smith, first overall in the NHL’s 1978 entry draft? • Minnesota North Stars
What team were the Edmonton Oilers playing when Steve Smith scored on his own net to give the opposition the go-ahead goal during the 1986 playoffs? • Calgary Flames
In 1973, Rick MacLeish became what NHL teams first player to break the 50-goals-per-season mark? • Philadelphia Flyers
During the 1974-75 season, what leagues all-stars played an eight-game tournament against the Soviet national hockey team? • World Hockey Association (WHA)
Known for his physical North American style of hockey, Valeri Vasiliev played for what Soviet team? • Moscow Dynamo
In 1968, Glenn Hall won the Conn Smythe Trophy, even though the Montreal Canadiens won the Stanley Cup that year. What team did he play for at the time? • St. Louis Blues
Which is the only NHL team that Wayne Gretzky played for without winning a Lady Byng Trophy? • St. Louis Blues
Boom Boom Geoffrion was named the first head coach of what NHL team? • Atlanta Flames
Gordie Howe holds most of the NHLs records for longevity. During how many decades did Gordie Howe play for an NHL team? • five decades
With what team did Rick Tocchet begin his NHL career? • Philadelphia Flyers
What NHL team did Pat Quinn coach to a record-setting 34-game undefeated streak? • Philadelphia Flyers
What is Bobby Orr’s record for the most consecutive Norris Trophies? • 8 consecutive Norris Trophies
What position did hall-of-famer, Bryan Hextall, play with the New York Rangers? • Right wing
What happens when a goalie plays with a broken stick? • Nothing
Who holds the Montreal Canadiens record for most career points? • Guy Lafleur
What NHL team did Scotty Bowman coach to a record-setting 17-game winning streak? • Pittsburgh Penguins
Who holds the Vancouver Canucks record for most seasons played and most games played? • Stan Smyl
In its inaugural season in 1974-75, what team set the NHLs record for futility, finishing the season with a record of 8 wins, 67 losses, and 5 ties? • Washington Capitals
Who holds the St. Louis Blues record for most seasons played and most games played? • Bernie Federko
Which one of the following NHL teams did Doug Jarvis NOT play for during his record-setting playing career? •
Winnipeg Jets
Which of the following teams never played in the NHL? • Vancouver Millionaires
The Philadelphia Flyers’ record for the longest undefeated streak in NHL history lasted how many games? • 35 games
Shared by two teams, the longest losing streak in NHL history lasted how many games? • 17 games
Recorded in 1993, how long is the Pittsburgh Penguins’ record for the longest winning streak in NHL history? • 17 games
Who was named captain of the New York Rangers in 1991? • Mark Messier
Who holds the WHAs record for most career points? • Andre Lacroix
Other than the Toronto Maple Leafs, what other NHL team did 490-career-goal scorer, Norm Ullman, play for? • Detroit Red Wings
During the 1983-84 season, how many goals did the Edmonton Oilers average per game when they set the
NHLs record for most goals in one season? • 5.58 goals per game
Which of the following is NOT one of the three divisions in the NHLs Eastern Conference? • East
Who was captain of the United States men’s hockey team at the 2002 Winter Olympics? • Chris Chelios
What team drafted Lanny McDonald into the NHL? • Toronto Maple Leafs
During the 1980s, Wayne Gretzky netted the most points in the NHL. Who was second? • Peter Stastny
In what capacity was John DAmico inducted into the Hall of Fame? • Linesman
Prior to 1997, when had the Detroit Red Wings last won the Stanley Cup? • 1955
What Boston native was drafted 5th overall by the Buffalo Sabres in the 1983 draft? • Tom Barrasso
Who is the only NHL player to score five different ways in one game? (even strength, power play, short handed, penalty shot, empty net) • Mario Lemieux
During the 1999-2000 season, which was the only NHL team to play under a retractable roof? • Pittsburgh Penguins
What NHL player has the dubious distinction of being the smallest player to break the 50-goals-per-season mark? • Theoren Fleury
Charles Adams was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame for his contributions to what team? • Boston Bruins
As of the 2002 season, how many players have scored more than 800 career goals in the NHL? • 2
Who was the Toronto Maple Leafs’ first head coach? • Hap Day
The St. Louis Blues retired the number ‘3’ in honor of whom? • Bob Gassoff
Who holds the New York Islanders record for most career goals, scoring 575 goals in 10 seasons? • Mike Bossy
Why did US college hockey player, Hobey Baker, become famous? • He died while testing a plane
Who was the last active NHL player NOT to wear a helmet? • Craig MacTavish
What jersey number did the Philadelphia Flyers retire in honor of Bernie Parent? • Number 1
How many games did it take Wayne Gretzky to reach the 500-career-goal mark? • 575 games
Who was the first goalie in history to record a shutout during his first game in the NHL? • Hal Winkler
What team did Paul Kariya lead to the American College Hockey Championship in 1993? • University of Maine
Seymour Knox was inducted into the Hockey Hall of Fame for his work in building what team? • Buffalo Sabres
What goaltender was nicknamed the Chicoutimi Cucumber? • Georges Vezina
Setting an NHL record, Ken Dryden won what percentage of the games he played? • 75%
Who led Team Canada in scoring during the 1972 Summit Series? • Phil Esposito
Who coached the Pittsburgh Penguins to the team’s first Stanley Cup victory? • Bob Johnson
In 1987, the year the Edmonton Oilers won the team’s third Stanley Cup, who was named MVP of the playoffs? • Ron Hextall
Who won the Conn Smythe trophy in 1997 while playing for Detroit Red Wings? • Mike Vernon
Who won the Conn Smythe Trophy in 1979 while playing for the Montreal Canadiens? • Bob Gainey
Who won the Conn Smythe Trophy in 1999? • Joe Nieuwendyk
What team was Roger Crozier playing for when he won the Conn Smythe Trophy? • Detroit Red Wings
What hockey movie featured the Charlestown Chiefs Hanson brothers? • Slapshot
What former Toronto Maple Leaf goalie was nicknamed the “Great Wall of China”? • Johnny Bower
After returning from the WHA, with what team did Bobby Hull finish his NHL career? • Hartford Whalers
In 1968, who became the first player to earn more than $100,000 per season in the NHL? • Bobby Hull
Who of the following did NOT play on the Pittsburgh Penguins “Option Line”? • Rick Tocchet
What was NHL player Harry Lumleys nickname? • Applecheeks
For which NHL team did Wayne’s brother, Brent Gretzky, play 13 regular season games? • Tampa Bay Lightning
How many games did it take Wayne Gretzky to score 50 goals when he set the NHL’s record for the fewest games to score 50 goals? • 39 games
How are hockey stars Dale Hunter and Tim Hunter related? • They are not related
With what NHL team was Pat LaFontaine playing when he first broke the 50-goals-per-season mark? • New York Islanders
What team was Bill Mosienko playing for when he scored the fastest three goals in NHL history? • Chicago Blackhawks
In 1971, which Boston Bruin became the oldest player to break the 50-goals-per-season mark? • John Bucyk
Who holds the New Jersey Devils’ career record for most games played? • Ken Daneyko
What position did Ken Drydens brother, David Dryden, play in the NHL? • Goalie
What is the Anaheim Mighty Ducks’ mascot named? • White Wing
Mario Lemieuxs brother spent six seasons in the NHL, netting 32 goals and 82 points. What is his name? • Alain
Who holds the Hartford Whalers’ team record for most shutouts? • Mike Liut
What NHL team retired the number ’19’ in honor of John McKenzie? • Hartford Whalers
As of the 2002 season, what was the most northerly city with an NHL team? • Edmonton
What team was Ian Turnbull playing for when he set the NHLs record for most goals in one game by a defenseman? • Toronto Maple Leafs
What team was Al Hill playing for when he set a record for most points (2 goals and 3 assists) by a rookie in his first NHL game? • Philadelphia Flyers
What legendary defenseman scored the Washington Capitals’ first goal on home ice? • Yvon Labre
When did Canada win its last Olympic gold medal in hockey during the 20th century? • 1952
What country won the gold medal in hockey at the 1988 Winter Olympics in Calgary? • USSR (Russia)
Willi Plett was named the NHL’s rookie-of-the-year in 1977 while playing for what team? • Atlanta Flames
How long did it take Bill Mosienko to score three goals, setting an NHL record? • 21 seconds
What team was Tom Bladon playing for when he scored 8 points in one game, setting the NHLs record for most points in one game by a defenseman? • Philadelphia Flyers
How many Stanley Cups did Henri Richard win as a player? • 11 Stanley Cups
Who wrote “The Hockey Song”, the most frequently played song in NHL arenas? • Stompin Tom Connors
What team drafted Ken Dryden into the NHL? • Boston Bruins
With what team did Mike Keenan begin his NHL coaching career? • Philadelphia Flyers
How many consecutive 100-or-more-point seasons did Wayne Gretzky have in the NHL? • 13
How many hat tricks did Wayne Gretzky record during his NHL career? Hint: he holds the NHLs record. • 50
What Los Angeles King scored 70 goals during the 1988-89 season? • Bernie Nicholls
Of the 100 all-time top goal-scorers in the NHL, which player has the highest goals-per-game average? • Mario Lemieux
After spending 15 seasons in the NHL, how many goals did Brad Marsh notch during his 1,086 regular season game appearances? • 23 goals
How many times did Wayne Gretzky record seven assists in one game? • three times
What team was Alex Connell playing for when he set the NHLs record of six consecutive shutouts? • Ottawa Senators
While playing for five NHL teams over 19 seasons, what right-winger scored 708 career goals? • Mike Gartner
Who holds the NHLs record for scoring the most goals without ever winning a Stanley Cup? • Marcel Dionne
What goaltender holds the NHL’s record for most assists in one season with 14? • Grant Fuhr
Which of the following NHL players did not break the 500-career-goal mark? • Peter Stastny
Which of the following NHL players did not break the 600-career-goal mark? • Maurice Richard
What NHL team once played at the Checkerdome? • St. Louis Blues
What NHL netminder scored a goal during the 1997 playoffs? • Martin Brodeur
Patrick Lalime set an NHL record by posting a 16-game undefeated streak (14-0-2) to start his NHL career.
What team was he playing for? • Pittsburgh Penguins
Who holds the NHLs record for most short-handed goals in one season? • Mario Lemieux
What name was given to the Soviet line of Vladimir Krutov, Igor Larionov, and Sergei Makarov? • KLM Line
How long did hockey commentator Don Cherry’s NHL playing last? • one game
Doug Mohns was which NHL teams first captain? • Washington Capitals
During the 1983-84 season, the Edmonton Oilers set the NHLs record for most short-handed goals in one season. How many did they score? • 36 short-handed goals
In January of 2002, what career milestone did Mark Messier surpass? • 1800 points
What career milestone did Luc Robitaille achieve during the 2001-2002 NHL season? • 600th goal
Which of the following Edmonton Oilers was not selected in the first round of the NHL draft? • Mark Messier
What is Boston Universitys hockey team called? • Terriers
Who holds the Los Angeles Kings record for most goals in one season? • Bernie Nicholls
What former Renfrew Millionaire is best known for having scored a goal after skating down the ice backwards? • Cyclone Taylor
What Taiwanese-born NHL player had his jersey number retired by the Washington Capitals? • Rod Langway
Who was the first NHL player to notch 100 points and 100 penalty minutes in one season? • Bobby Orr
Which NHL brothers were born in Viking, Alberta? • Sutter brothers
The same goaltender won the last games played at the Montreal Forum and Maple Leaf Gardens. Who was he? • Jocelyn Tibault
What Pittsburgh Penguin notched his 1,000th career assist on the same night Pittsburgh won its 1,000th game? • Ron Francis
What team drafted Rick MacLeish, trading him to the Philadelphia Flyers? Hint: he went on to score a Stanley Cup-winning goal against this team in 1974. • Boston Bruins
Prior to the 2001-2002 season, what goaltender had won the most Vezina Trophies? • Jacques Plante
What NHL team featured the Goal-a-Game line? • New York Rangers
During the 1997-98 season, three Washington Capitals scored their 1,000th career point. Who of the following was not one of the three? • Brian Bellows
Who was the first Swedish NHL player to score 50 goals in one season? • Hakan Loob
Who was the first St. Louis Blues player to break the 50-goals-per-season mark? • Wayne Babych
How many overtime periods has the longest NHL game in history lasted? • 6 periods
What team did Bill Goldsworthy represent at the 1976 NHL all-star game? • Minnesota North Stars
During Wayne Gretzkys seven seasons in Los Angeles, who of the following did NOT lead the team in goals scored? • Wayne Gretzky
Why was defenseman, Mattias Ohlund, taking painkillers when he was suspended and then reinstated by the IOC for taking a banned substance? • Eye surgery
What Western Hockey League team did all six Sutter brothers play for? • Lethbridge Broncos
Garnet “Ace” Bailey died tragically in the terrorists attacks of September 11, 2001. At the time, what team was
Bailey a professional scout for? • Los Angeles Kings
During what season was the NHLs regular season cut short by a lockout? • 1994-1995 season
When did Willie O’Ree become the first black player in the NHL? • 1958
Where was goaltender Olaf Kolzig born? • South Africa
What Montreal Canadiens head coach set an NHL record by winning his first six games as a rookie coach? • Mario Tremblay
According to the NHLPA, who was the highest paid center during the 2001-2002 season, with a salary of $11,000,000 per season? • Joe Sakic
According to the NHLPA, who was the highest paid right-winger during the 2001-2002 season, with a salary of $10,000,000 per season? • Pavel Bure
What team featured the Scooter Line, with Ab McDonald playing left wing? • Chicago Blackhawks
How old was goaltender, Johnny Bower, when he retired from the NHL? • 46
According to the NHLPA, who was the highest paid goaltender during the 2001-2002 season, with a salary of $8,500,000 per season? • Patrick Roy
Who holds the Hartford Whalers’ record for most games played? • Ron Francis
Who holds the Hartford Whalers’ record for most career penalty minutes? • Torrie Robertson
What coach was fined $100,000 by the NHL in 1994? • Mike Keenan
Who has the dubious distinction of being the last NHL goalie to play without a mask? • Andy Brown
What did Glen Hall do before every game? • Throw up
What do Wayne Gretzky, Mike Bossy, and Jari Kurris 500th goals have in common? • They were empty-net goals
Which of the following Boston Bruins never broke the 50-goals-per-season mark? • Bobby Orr
What team did goalie, Murray Bannerman, represent at the 1984 NHL all-star game? • Chicago Blackhawks
Of the following, who was the only New York Ranger to break the 50-goals-per-season mark during the 1990s? • Adam Graves
How many seasons did Al Arbour coach the New York Islanders? • 19 seasons
Gary Monahan was the first player selected at the NHLs first draft in 1963. What team drafted him? • Montreal Canadiens
What New York Ranger won seven Lady Byng Trophies during the 1920s and 1930s? • Frank Boucher
What NHL player broke Mario Lemieux’s hand during a playoff game in 1992? • Adam Graves
What was used to make hockey pucks during the 1800s? • Wood
Who scored the 10,000th goal scored at home by the Montreal Canadiens during the 2001-2002 season? • Sergei Berezin
Ray Bourque scored 12 goals on Patrick Roy during his career. On whom did Bourque score 14 goals? • Nobody (empty net goals)
What was the legendary Swedish center “Tumba” Johansson’s real first name? • Sven
What do NHL players, Michel Petit and J.J. Daigneault, have in common? • Both were traded 10 times
How many years did all six Sutter brothers play in the NHL at the same time? • 5 years
What team joined the NHL in 1924, becoming the first US team in the league? • Boston Bruins
Although there are many different sizes of rinks in the NHL, what is the “official” rink dimensions in feet (length x width)? • 200 x 85
What is the maximum number of alternate captains allowed per game in the NHL? • 3
What is the maximum curvature allowable by the NHL on skater (non-goalie) sticks? • .5 inch
What is the maximum curvature allowable by the NHL on goalie sticks? • there is no limit
Who holds the Hartford Whalers’ career record for most goals? • Ron Francis
In 1974, Frank Mahovlich returned to Toronto to play for what hockey team? • Toronto Toros
What were the Toronto St. Patricks renamed in 1926? • Toronto Maple Leafs
What goalie holds the Philadelphia Flyers’ record for most wins in one season? • Bernie Parent
What award was won by Rob Ray in 1999, Adam Graves in 1994, and Kevin Lowe in 1990? • King Clancy Memorial Trophy
Who of the following did NOT have his number retired by the Hartford Whalers? • Ron Francis
Who wrote the best-selling hockey book “Behind the Bench”? • Dick Irvin
Owen Nolan was suspended for 11 games after viciously elbowing what Dallas Star? • Grant Marshall
Which of the following Buffalo Sabres never broke the 50-goals-per-season mark? • Gilbert Perreault
What Anaheim Mighty Duck nearly decapitated Mike Modano after checking him from behind into the boards? • Ruslan Salei
Which of the following Chicago Blackhawks never broke the 50-goals-per-season mark? • Denis Savard
Which of the following Calgary Flames never broke the 50-goals-per-season mark? • Al MacInnis
What were the Toronto Arenas renamed in 1919? • Toronto St. Patricks