I Remember Them Sports Quiz 92

1. The son of Hollywood Squares host, Peter Marshall, this man played first base and the outfield for the Cubs and Royals during the 70s. (5 points)

2. “Bad News” was a wild and crazy guy out of Texas Western College. The Knicks made him the first pick of the 1964 NBA draft. He actually had a good rookie season, averaging 15.5 ppg and 9.7 rebounds. (3 points)

3. A center out of Alabama, this man anchored the Dolphins offensive line during the 80s. He was a four time All Pro. (2 points)

4. Born in exotic Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan, this left winger provided scoring and muscle for the Islanders during the 70s and 80s. He had six seasons of 30+ goals. (3 points)

5. A fourth round draft pick of the Portland Traiblazers in the 1974 NBA draft, he was traded to the Chicago Bulls before the start of the 1974-75 season. In five seasons with the Bulls, he averaged 15.2 ppg and 8.4 rebounds. (4 points)

6. He started his career with the Pirates, but after being traded to Cubs managed to have an excellent 1989 season with the team, going 18-7. He’s a somewhat forgotten key to the Cubs division winning team that season. (4 points)

7. A “Yankee killer”, this Tigers right-hander was a stalwart for Detroit in the 50s and 60s. He led the AL in wins with 21 in 1956 and won 23 games in 1961. (3 points)

8. This offensive tackle played his college ball at Maryland State College. He began his pro career with the Colts in 1958, but his most noted for his work with the Jets. He was their right tackle for a good part of the 60s. (3 points)

9. The, “Spaceman” won 93 games for the Red Sox during the 70s before being traded to the Expos before the 1979 season. (1 point)

10. This TE out of Penn State played for the Jets from 1978-89. He was named to the Pro Bowl in 1986. He finished his career with the Eagles. (2 points)

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1. Pete LaCock. In nine seasons in the bigs, Pete put up a WAR of -1.9.

2. Jim Barnes. Physically, Jim was a beast, but focus was an issue.

3. Dwight Stephenson. Dwight was one of a number of great offensive linemen in Dolphins history.

4. Clark Gillies. Clark was a member of four Stanley Cup winners for the Islanders.

5. Mickey Johnson. Mickey played his college ball at Aurora College. Mickey scored in double digits for a number for teams for ten consecutive seasons.

6. Mike Bielecki. Mike really didn’t approach the heights he hit in 1989 at any other time in his career.

7. Frank Lary. Frank led the AL in complete games three times.

8. Sherman Plunkett. I see in Pro Football reference Sherman’s playing weight is listed at 295. They say the camera adds ten pounds, but from what I remember it must added at least 30 pounds.

9. Bill Lee. From 1973-75 Bill won 17 games each season for the Red Sox.

10. Mickey Shuler. In 12 seasons with the Jets, Mickey caught 438 passes for 4819 yards and 37 TDs.