What pro baseball team played only day games at home until its ballpark got lights in 1988?

Baseball Trivia / October 03, 2024

Chicago Cubs. The first night game at Wrigley field took place Aug. 8, 1988, but was rained out after three and a half innings.

What college did MLB Hall of Famer Mike Schmidt play for?

Baseball Trivia / October 02, 2024

Ohio University. Mike Schmidt's 48 homers in 1980 were the most ever in a single season by a third baseman.

What is the name of a contest where baseball players try to hit as many home runs as they can?

Baseball Trivia / October 02, 2024

Home Run Derby. "Home Run Derby" was a TV show on between 1959 and 1961 that featured baseball legends such as Willie Mays, Hank Aaron and Mickey Mantle.

Which Arizona baseball team defeated the New York Yankees in the 2001 World Series?

Baseball Trivia / October 01, 2024

Diamondbacks. Only four seasons old, the 2001 Arizona Diamondbacks were the youngest franchise team to win the World Series.

Who was the first player in baseball to hit 50 home runs in a season and not lead the league?

Baseball Trivia / October 01, 2024

Jimmy Foxx. In 1938, Jimmy Foxx hit 50 home runs for the Boston Red Sox but Hank Greenberg hit 58 dingers for the Detroit Tigers.

Which field was the home of baseball's Cincinnati Reds from 1912 through 1970?

Baseball Trivia / September 30, 2024

Crosley Field. Willie Mays, Willie McCovey, Juan Marichal, Tony Perez and Johnny Bench played in the last MLB game at Crosley Field.