I Remember Them Sports Quiz 99

1. He started his career with the Blue Jays, but this power hitting 1B/DH,s career took off when he signed with the Tigers as a free agent. He led the AL in RBIs from 1990-92. (3 points)

2. Though Denny McLain won 31 games fro the 1968 Tigers, this rotund lefty powered them to their world series win over the Cardinals. (2 points)

3. This RB out of Wyoming was Larry Czonka’s primary backfield partner with perfect Miami Dolphins team. (2 points)

4. He started his NHL career with the Bruins, but this strapping left winger hit his stride after being traded to the Blackhawks. He topped out at 54 goals during the 1982-83 season. (3 points)

5. One of the greatest sixth men in NBA history, this Celtics G/F out of Ohio State averaged 20.8 ppg in his 16 year run with the Celtics. (2 points)

6. Before becoming one of the hosts on one of the greatest NFL studio shows, this man was a very good CB for both the Eagles and Rams during the 60s. (3 points)

7. This guard out of Guilford made a grandiose name change. He also averaged 20.3 ppg in a 13 year NBA career. He topped out at 30.2 ppg for the San Diego Rickets during the 1979-80 season. (3 points)

8. “Mongo” was part of the great 1985 Bears defensive line after beginning his NFL career with the New England Patriots. (3 points)

9. From 1971-81 this righty toiled in the NL for the Cubs and Reds. He led the NL with 22 losses in 1974. (5 points)

10. A lefty reliever, he was active in the 60s and 70s. His best work was with the Cardinals from 1966-69. During that time he saved 59 games and had an ERA of 2.10. (4 points)

                                                 Answers Below

1. Cecil Fielder. Cecil also led the AL in homers in 1990 and 1991 with totals of 51 and 44.

2. Mickey Lolich. Mickey went 207-175 in 13 seasons with the Tigers. He also famously hit a big home run in the 1968 World series.

3. Jim Kiick. I was surprised to see Jim was named to the Pro Bowl his first two years in the NFL. He picked up over 1000 combined yards rushing and receiving in his first tour seasons with the Dolphins.

4. Al Secord. Al was eventually traded to the Maple Leafs in a package that brought the Hawks Rick Vaive, Steve Thomas and Bob McGill.

5. John Havlicek. John is still the Celtics all time leading scorer. Plus, as Johnny Most said, “Havlicek stole the ball!”

6. Irv Cross. Irv was a two time Pro Bowl cornerback, but is probably better known for his work on NFL Today with Brent Musburger, Phyllis George and Jimmy the Greek Snyder.

7. World B. Free. In four seasons with the Cavs World averaged 23 points per game.

8. Steve McMichael. In 13 seasons with the Bears Steve racked up 92.5 sacks and recovered 16 fumbles.

9. Bill Bonham. In 10 seasons in the majors he went 75-83 with an ERA of 4.01.

10. Joe Hoerner. Joe pitched for a number of teams in his long career, but his best work, by far, was with the Cards and Phillies.