I Remember Them Sports Quiz 100

1. An effective pass rusher, this defensive lineman began his NFL career with the Rams in 1968 and finished it with the Redskins in 1981. He also played for the Chargers and Bengals. He was named to the Pro Bowl once with the Rams and twice with the Bengals. (3 points)

2. A two time all star, this guard out of San Francisco began his NBA career with the Golden State Warriors in 1974 before going on to the San Diego Clippers and Seattle Sonics. (3 points)

3. Before being traded to the Cardinals, this man closed for the Giants from 1965-69. (4 points)

4. After coming out of Colorado State, this man was a great passer rusher for the Detroit Lions. He was the NFL’s Defensive Rookie of the Year in 1978 when he had an unofficial total of 23 sacks. (3 points)

5. Before helping establishing an ultra successful chain of doughnut shops, this defenseman helped the Maple Leafs win four Stanley Cups in the 60s. (2 points)

6. This shortstop spent most of his career with the Pirates but was traded to the Cardinals after the 1962 season. He won a batting title while with the Pirates in 1960. (4 points)

7. A point guard out of Texas, he began his NBA career with the San Antonio Spurs in 1980 and spent nine of his 10 NBA seasons with that franchise. (3 points)

8. This third baseman played for the A’s during the 60s and 70s before signing as a free agent with the Milwaukee Brewers. (2 points)

9. This great defensive tackle played for the Rams in the 60s and 70s before going on to a notable TV career. (1 point)

10. A left-handed hitting outfielder with speed, he began his career with the Cardinals reaching the big leagues in 1965. He was later traded to the Reds for Vada Pinson. He had his best seasons with the Reds, even leading the NL in stolen bases with 57 in 1970. (5 points)

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1. Coy Bacon. Though sacks were not an official stat during Coy’s playing days, unofficially he was credited with 130 sacks during his career.

2. Phil Smith. In a nine year NBA career Phil averaged 15.1 points, 3.9 assists and 3.5 rebounds.

3. Frank Linzy. Frank racked up 77 saves while with the Giants despite averaging only 4.4 Ks per nine innings. It was a different time.

4. Bubba Baker. After coming out of Colorado state, he began his NFL career in 1978 with the Lions. He was one of the most dynamic pass rushers in the history of the Lions franchise.

5. Tim Horton. Tim used his tremendous strength to great advantage as a NHL defenseman. After a long run with the Leafs, Tim played for the Penguins, Rangers and Sabres.

6. Dick Groat. Dick was also an outstanding basketball player, even playing briefly in the NBA.

7. Johnny Moore. Johnny averaged nine or more assists for five consecutive seasons during the 90s.

8. Sal Bando. Sal was a foundation player for those great A’s teams of the 70s.

9. Merlin Olsen. Merlin had a great career in football, broadcasting and as an actor.

10. Bobby Tolan. At his peak Bobby’s top three WARs were 5.3, 5.4 and 4.9.