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1. After beginning his carer with the
Texas Rangers, the ‘Wild Thing” went on to close for the Cubs and
Phillies. (2 points)
2.
This five time all star began his career with the Boston Celtics,
but had the best years of his 12 year NBA career with the Phoenix
Suns. He averaged 20.6 ppg during his six seasons there. (3 points)
3.
This left-handed hitting third baseman showed a lot of promise while
playing for the White Sox in the 60s. Back problems derailed his
career. (3 points)
4.
A solid RB out of Utah State, this man had over 100 rushing attempts
for the Lions from 1969-75. (5 points)
5.
Perhaps more noted for his coaching career in the NFL, this RB spent
all eight years of his eight year playing career with the Cowboys.
His best season was 1966, when he ran for 756 yards and caught passes
for another 557. He led the NFL with 16 TDs that season. (2 points)
6.
This left-handed pitcher spent 12 seasons in the majors, finishing
with a record of 111-118. He won in double digits from 1982-87. His
best season was 1987, when he won 17 games with the Phillies. (2
points)
7.
These two excellent safeties played for the Cowboys in the late 70s.
(1 point each)
8.
An outstanding lefty for a number of years, this man spent the first
12 years of his 19 year career with the Mets. ( 3 points)
9.
After playing his college ball in Houston, this shooting guard began
a nice career with the Kansas City Kings before going on to the New
Jersey Nets. (4 points)
10.
This man played his college ball in Oklahoma and went on to play12
seasons in the NFL, the first seven with the Eagles. He began his
pro career in 1957 and was named to Pro Bowl six times. (4 points)
Answers
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1.
Mitch Williams. In 11 years in the bigs, Mitch picked up 192 saves.
Unfortunately for him, he’s best know for giving up a walk off
homer to Joe Carter in Game 6 of the 1993 World series.
2.
Paul Westphal. Paul was just an excellent scorer and a five time
all star.
3.
Pete Ward. Pete had a couple of nice seasons for the White Sox in
1963-64 before injuries became an issue.
4.
Altie Taylor. Altie had four seasons with 825 yards or more from
scrimmage, topping out in 1971 when he had 1006.
5.
Dan Reeves. While Dan spent eight seasons with the Cowboys he was
really only a factor in 1966-67.
6.
Shane Rawley. Shane actually started his career working out of the
Mariners bullpen.
7.
Cliff Harris and Charlie Waters. Cliff was named to six Pro Bowls
while Charlie racked up three selections.
8.
Jerry Koosman. Jerry lined up as the number two starter behind Tom
Seaver on the Miracle Mets.
9.
Otis Birdsong. Otis was a sweet shooter, hitting .506 from the
field. That’s outstanding, especially for a jump shooting guard.
10.
Tommy McDonald. In 1961 Tommy led he NFL in receiving yards with
1144 and TD catches with 13.
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