Tuesday MLB Trivia: Decade Hits Leaders

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BALTIMORE - SEPTEMBER 06: The score broad after Cal Ripken Jr. #8 of the Baltimore Orioles breaks Lou Gehrig's record for consecutive game played with his 2131 career game, during a game against the California Angels at Oriole Park at Camden Yards on September 6, 1995 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)

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Baseball History

  1. Once upon a time, pitchers did not throw 100 MPH with ease. Who was the first Major League pitcher to throw a recorded pitch over 100 MPH?
  2. As I hope we all know, there are 12 months in the year. Which two Yankees greats are named Mr. October and Mr. November?
  3. Coming off of Tommy John surgery, this player converted to closer for four seasons. He is the only player in MLB history to record 150 saves and 200 wins. Who is it?
  4. There have only been 17 catchers inducted into the Hall of Fame. Which catcher leads all HOF catchers with 427 home runs?
SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA – JUNE 05: A speed of 100.2 mph is displayed on a LED screen during a training session with MLB pitcher Nick Kuzia (not pictured) with the San Diego Padres on June 05, 2020 in Scottsdale, Arizona. Since the MLB season was paused indefinitely due to the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic, players have been using the back yard at Seth Blairs’ house to train and work on mechanics. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)

Records That Will Never Be Broken

  1. Let’s start out with an easy one. Which player racked up 511 wins over his 21 year career?
  2. Vlad Jr. leads baseball with 162 hits this season and will have a tough road to 200 hits. Which player holds the record for hits in a season with 262?
  3. This player is the last man to hit over .400 in a single season and holds the record for lifetime batting average. Who is it?
  4. This player recorded a hit in 56 straight games in what is considered one of the greatest baseball feats of all time. Who holds the hitting streak record?
TORONTO, ONTARIO – SEPTEMBER 5: Vladimir Guerrero Jr. #27 of the Toronto Blue Jays runs the dugout under the CN Tower before the start of the game against the Oakland Athletics in their MLB game at the Rogers Centre on September 5, 2021 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Mark Blinch/Getty Images)

2021 Season

  1. I’m calling this one the “Broken Neck” award. Which pitcher has given up a MLB leading 36 home runs?
  2. Strikeouts are king in the year 2021. Which pitcher leads baseball in strikeouts this season with 217?
  3. On the same note, which hitter leads baseball in strikeouts with 186?
  4. Analytics try to disregard runs batted in, but there is no denying driving in runs is valuable. Which two players are tied with the lead with 103 RBI’s this season?
  5. Stealing bases can be a game changer, but there are few things worse than getting caught stealing. Who leads baseball in caught stealing this season, having been thrown out 9 times on 32 attempts?
  6. Triples are a rarity in baseball, but certain stadiums are havens for three baggers. Which player leads baseball in triples?
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA – SEPTEMBER 05: Will Smith #16 of the Los Angeles Dodgers tosses his bat away after drawing a walk against the San Francisco Giants in the top of the fifth inning at Oracle Park on September 05, 2021 in San Francisco, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Decade Hits Leaders

This will be a six-part question. There have been many amazing hitters over the years and many have dominated an entire decade.

  1. This player tragically died at the age of 38 and is considered one of the best players of all time. He also collected the most hits in 1960’s. Who is it?
  2. No hints for this player who may or may not be the king of hits. Who led the 1970’s in hits?
  3. In a city known for beer, this player won two MVP awards and led the 1980’s in hits. Who is this player?
  4. This player was not considered the best player of his decade or even close to it, but residing in the north side of Chicago, he led the 1990’s in hits. Who is this player?
  5. This one should be a gimme. Who led the 2000’s in hits?
  6. The 2010’s have been dominated by home runs, but some players still find ways to hit for average. Which player led the 2010’s in hits?
PITTSBURGH, PA – SEPTEMBER 05: Jameson Taillon #50 of the Pittsburgh Pirates heads to the mound past a field decoration honoring Roberto Clemente on Roberto Clemente day against the Cincinnati Reds at PNC Park on September 5, 2018 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Justin Berl/Getty Images)

ANSWERS

Baseball History

  1. Nolan Ryan
  2. Reggie Jackson and Derek Jeter
  3. John Smoltz
  4. Mike Piazza

Records That Will Never Be Broken

  1. Cy Young
  2. Ichiro
  3. Ty Cobb
  4. Joe Dimaggio

2021 Season

  1. Jordan Lyles
  2. Zack Wheeler
  3. Joey Gallo
  4. Jose Abreu and Salvador Perez
  5. Shohei Ohtani
  6. David Peralta

Decade Hits Leaders

  1. Roberto Clemente
  2. Pete Rose
  3. Robin Yount
  4. Mark Grace
  5. Ichiro
  6. Robinson Cano
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