I Remember Them Sports Quiz 76

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1. This QB out of NW State, (Louisiana), guided the New Orleans Saints in the late 80s and early 90s before going on to the Atlanta Falcons. ( 3 points)

2. The second overall pick in the 1970 NHL draft, this defenseman spent the 70s with the Canucks, Blackhawks and Penguins. He was a two time all star. ( 3 points)

3. After playing his college ball at Indiana, this DE teamed with Ernie Ladd to give the Chargers a formidable defense line in the early and mid 60s. (3 points)

4. This big right-hander was with the Mariners during most of the 90s. While in Seattle, he was up and down, leading the AL in losses with 19 in 1987. He was better with the Athletics in the 90s. ( 2 points)

5. A big fullback out of Ohio State, he was a key cog in the Bengals offense in the late 70s and early 80s. (3 points)

6. After experiencing limited success during the early 80s, this man reeled off 20 win seasons from 1987-90 for the Athletics. (2 points)

7. A switch hitting DH/C/IB this man was a three true outcomes guy who played for the A’s, Orioles, Tigers and Rangers in the 80s and 90s. ( 4 points)

8. After a couple of seasons in the ABA, this C/PF out of Marquette began his NBA career with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 1974. For five seasons in Cleveland, he averaged 14.3 ppg and 9.5 rebounds. ( 4 points)

9. This professional hitter began his career with the Phillies in 1982 and played his last MLB game in 2007 with the Braves. In all he piled up 2586 hits. (3 points)

10. ‘Big Blue” joined the St. Louis Hawks in 1954 and helped them win a championship in 1958. He was one of the better scorers in the NBA until he finished his career after the 1964-65 season. ( 3 points)

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1. Bobby Herbert. It seems like Bobby Herbert should have been the QB on Adam Sandler’s team in “The Waterboy”.

2. Dale Tallon. Dale was a talented defenseman with good offensive skills. He also had a big role in building the Blackhawks into champions as their GM.

3. Earl Faison. Earl was a great player and might have had an even better career if not for injuries and contract disputes.

4. Mike Moore. After his time with the A’s, he spent three seasons with the Tigers.

5. Pete Johnson. Pete’s best season was in 1981 when he ran for 1077 yards and was named to the Pro Bowl.

6. Dave Stewart. In addition to winning a lot of games, Stewart ate up a lot of innings, twice leading the AL in that category.

7. Mickey Tettleton. For 14 seasons in the majors, Mickey had an OPS of .369 and a slugging percentage of .449 for an impressive OPS of .818.

8. Jim Chones. At his peak, Jim Chones was good for 15 points and 10 rebounds per game.

9. Julio Franco. Julio is now in his early 60s and his probably in a pro league somewhere in the world ripping line drives.

10. Bob Pettit. Bob averaged 26.4 ppg and though he played in the 50s and 60s, I believe he could star in today’s game.