I Remember Them Sports Quiz 37

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1. A switch hitting second baseman, this man played for the Yankees from 1965-74, twice leading the AL in at bats. (4 points)

2. This New York Islander right winger from the late 70s through the mid 80s was one of the greatest snipers in the history of the NHL, twice leading the league in goals. (2 points)

3. This effective left-handed starter pitched for the Mets and Rangers from 1971-83. He finished one game below .500 before his career despite twice leading the NL in shutouts. (3 points)

4. This man was the big play guy for the Cardiac Cardinals of the 70s, twice being named to the All Pro team. (3 points)

5. An All Pro defensive tackle for the Cincinnati Bengals, this man made the unusual transition from football player to song writer. He was active for the Bengals in the early to mid 70s. (4 points)

6. After coming over from the Cincinnati Royals, this man teamed with the Bulls Jerry Sloan one of the most ferocious defensive back courts in the history of the NBA. (2 points)

7. When the Cubs traded Bruce Sutter to the Cardinals they received a first baseman and a third baseman, plus Ty Waller. Name the other two guys. (2 points each)

8. From 1962-65 this running back was a real weapon out the Bills backfield, twice leading the AFL in rushing. (2 points)

9. After coming over from the Washington Senators, this left-handed starter had nine strong seasons for the Dodgers. (4 points)

10. A three time all star with the Yankees, this first baseman/outfielder also spent all or parts parts of four seasons with the Cubs. (2 points)

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1. Hoarce Clarke. In 10 years with the Yankees Hoarce was generally equated with mediocrity, but he did have three seasons with a WAR of 3.0 or more.

2. Mike Bossy. Mike’s shooting percentage was an astounding 21.2%. It was over 20% for each of his first 10 years in the NHL.

3. Jon Matlack. Jon had an ERA of 3.18 for his career and still had a won/lost record of 125-126.

4. Mel Gray. In addition to being named to the All Pro team twice, he was named to the Pro Bowl four times.

5. Mike Reid. There was a time when the Bengals had some smart guys playing for them. Mike was one of them.

6. Norm Van Lier. To say Norm was intense is an understatement. An opposing backcourt was in for a long night when facing the bulls tandem of Van Lier and Sloan.

7. Leon Durham and Ken Reitz. Bull Durham was a good player remembered for a bad reason. Ken Reitz was a mediocre player mostly forgotten.

8. Cookie Gilchrist. Cookie was an interesting character. Google him for an interesting read.

9. Claude Osteen. Claude pitched for 18 seasons, winning 196 games and compiling an ERA 3.30. Despite that, Claude seems to be generally overlooked.

10. Joe Pepitone. Joe was known, perhaps more for his life style and wigs than his on field accomplishments. Pepitone was a three time all star, but his WAR was surprisingly low.

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