NY Yankees History

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1. Who was the Yankees' first team captain? Roger Peckinpaugh Babe Ruth Hal Chase Thurman Munson

2. Who was the first Africa-American Yankee? Dave Winfield Willie Randolph Elston Howard Reggie Jackson

3. In 1934, Lou Gehrig won baseball's Triple Crown, meaning he led the league in the batting average, home runs, and runs batted in categories. What were his league-leading stats for that season? .349 avg, 42 hr, 170 rbi .375 avg, 48 hr, 162 rbi .366 avg, 51 hr, 145 rbi .363 avg, 49 hr, 165 rbi

4. Which of the following, set a Yankee record for stolen bases in a season? Ricky Henderson Fritz Maisel Alfonso Soriano Ben Chapmen

5. Which of the following pitchers has the most career wins as a Yankee? Ron Guidry Red Ruffing Whitey Ford Lefty Gomez

6. On April 17, 1953, Mickey Mantle hit a 565 foot home run. In which stadium did he hit this monsterous home run? Briggs Stadium Griffith Stadium Yankee Stadium Comiskey Park

7. In what year did the Yankees win their first World Series, and in how many games did they defeat thier opponent? 1921 in 8 games 1936 in 6 games 1922 in 4 games 1923 in 6 games

8. On May 24 1936, which Yankee slugger hit 11 RBI's against the Philadelphia Athletics? Lou Gehrig Earle Combs Joe Dugan Tony Lazzeri

9. Which Yankee great shared the record with Dale Long and Ken Griffey Jr, for hitting a home run in 8 straight games? Mickey Mantle Derek Jeter Don Mattingly Roger Maris

10. How many World Series did the Yankees win in the 20th century? 27 25 23 28