I Remember Them Sports Quiz 97

1. This right-handed starter won 18 games for the Expos in 1970. From 1973-75 he won a total of 48 games for the Braves. (4 points)

2. In the early days of Michael Jordan’s NBA career, this power forward was his body guard. He was traded to the Knicks for Bill Cartwright. (2 points)

3. Another one of the Expos stable of good outfielders, this man was an all star in 1977 and a gold glove winner in 1978. He hit 25 homers and drove in 76 runs in both 1977 and 1978. (3 points)

4. This center was a good player on some bad Boston Bruins teams of the early 60s. He was a five time all star and scored 116 goals and picked up 216 assists as a Bruin. (4 points)

5. In college he was Jerry Rome’s primary receiver at Tulsa. He spent all 11 seasons of his NFL career with the Dolphins and was a member of their 1972 undefeated team. (3 points)

6. After coming out of North Texas, this man spent 11 years in the New York Giants defensive backfield. He was named to the Pro Bowl in 1966 and 1968. (3 points)

7. Primarily a first baseman during his career, he first saw action in the bigs with the Dodgers in 1942. He was also a member of the 1962 Mets. He also had a managerial career of note. (2 points)

8. Starting in 1986, this lefty had a 17 year big league career. His best seasons were with the Indians. In 1988 he went 18-14 and in 1989 he went 13-6. (4 points)

9. A versatile back out of California, he spent his NFL career with the Saints and Chargers. He was named to the Pro Bowl with the Saints in 1979 and the Chargers in 1981 and 1982. (2 points)

10. The “Microwave” provided the Pistons with quick scoring off the bench during the 80s. (2 points)

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1. Carl Morton. From 1970-75 Carl won 83 games for the Expos and Braves.

2. Charles Oakley. Oak was strong on the boards. He was named to the all star team for the 1993-94 season. That year he averaged 11.8 points and 11.8 rebounds per game.

3. Ellis Valentine. Ellis showed great potential but his career flamed out at an early age.

4. Murray Oliver. The Bruins traded Murray to the Maple Leafs who later traded him to the North Stars. His career high in goals was 27 which he achieved during the 1971-72 season.

5. Howard Twilley. Howard’s career high in catches was 39 in 1968.

6. Carl Lockhart. Spider picked off 41 passes and recovered 16 fumbles in his 11 seasons in New York.

7. Gil Hodges. Gil was a great Dodger, but didn’t do much as a Mets player. He did have more success as the Mets manager.

8. Greg Swindell. In all, Greg pitcher for six teams and finished with a career record of 123-122 with an ERA of 3.86.

9. Chuck Muncie. In 1981 Chuck rushed for 19 TDs and had a total of 1506 yards from scrimmage.

10. Vinny Johnson. Though he’s known for his work as a member of the Pistons, he began his NBA career with the Sonics. The Pistons send Greg Kelser to Seattle in exchange for Vinny.

I Remember Them Sports Quiz 51

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1. A wonderful defensive center fielder, this man began his career with the Orioles in 1964. He later went on to play for the Yankees. In all, he won eight Gold Gloves. (2 points)

2. After playing his college ball in Houston, this TE played for the Denver Broncos in the 70s and early 80s. He was named to the Pro Bowl four times and All pro twice. (3 points)

3. An outstanding hitting pitcher, this man started his career with the Red Sox, but had his best season with the Tigers, going 22-11 in 1967. (3 points)

4. This guard of note career spanned the late 70s and 80s. He played for both the Lakers and Clippers. (2 points)

5. Though he couldn’t hit the side of a barn with his shot, this defenseman put up some great plus/minus marks with the Blackhawks. He led the NHL in penalty minutes during the 1969-70 and 1970-71 seasons. (4 points)

6. One of the greatest offensive tackles in the history of the NFL, this New York Giant began his career with the team in 1953 and it ran through 1965. He was named to nine Pro Bowls and six All Pro teams. (2 points)

7. This speedy WR began his career with the Steelers and finished up with the Redskins. He was named All Pro in 1969 while still with the Steelers. (3 points)

8. A longtime Vikings QB, this man’s pro career began in 1977 and extended through 1990. His last season was spent with the Saints. In all, he started 110 games for the Minnesota. (3 points)

9. A solid reliever, this sinker thrower began his career with the White Sox in 1965. In 4+ seasons with the Sox he went 28-22 with 48 saves and an ERA of 2.68. He also pitched for the A’s and Cubs, winning 10 games for the Cubs in 1973. (4 points)

10. This first baseman led the Seattle Mariners in home runs in their only year of existence. He also played for the Twins, A’s and Angles. In all, he played 13 seasons in the majors. (4 points)

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1. Paul Blair. Paul had a few decent seasons with the bat, but his production diminished after he was beaned.

2. Riley Odoms. The NFL had a few of these big physical TEs who could also catch some passes during the 70s and 80s.

3. Earl Wilson. Earl hit .195 for his career with 35 homers, including two as a pinch hitter.

4. Norm Nixon. Norm played for some of the Showtime Lakers teams and is also married to Debbie Allen. Norm has achieved some Fame.

5. Keith Magnuson. Keith’s popularity to goals scored ratio was one of the best in Blackhawks history.

6. Rosey Brown. Guys like Rosey made the Giants immensely popular in the 50s and early 60s.

7. Roy Jefferson. Unfortunately for Roy, he was out of Pittsburgh before the Steelers glory days.

8. Tommy Kramer. I think the term “average” seems to apply in Tommy’s case.

9. Bob Locker. Bob performed well for both the White Sox and Cubs, as well as the A’s.

10. Don Mincher. Don had five 20+ home run seasons for a variety of teams.

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