San Diego Padres: 70s-80s

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1. Who played shortstop for the Padres from '71 to '78, and wore number 11? Garry Templeton Ed Spiezio Alan Wiggins Enzo Hernandez

2. It wasn't until their 10th season that the Pads finished above .500 in 1978. Who was their manager that year? Roger Craig Jerry Coleman Alvin Dark Frank Howard

3. This 39-year old went 21-9 in 1978 with a 2.73 ERA. He went on to pitch for five more years and amass a total of 313 wins. Who was he? Randy Jones Gaylord Perry Mickey Lolich Rollie Fingers

4. In 1976, this Padres pitcher tied with Pat Zachary of the Reds for Rookie of the Year honors. He was overshadowed by the antics of the AL winner, Mark "the Bird" Fidrych. Who was he? Randy Jones Butch Metzger Brent Strom Dave Freisleben

5. Which utility player (1982-85) was popular in San Diego for hard work and being able to get under Tommy Lasorda's skin? Kurt Bevacqua Jerry Royster Tim Flannery Bill Almon

6. The Pads won the NL Pennant in '84 by taking three in a row from the Cubs. Who was their centerfielder who hit 20 HRs in his first full year in the majors? Kevin McReynolds Carmelo Martinez Tony Gwynn Sixto Lescano

7. Who fielded the final out to beat the Cubs in the 1984 NLCS? Nettles Wiggins Templeton Garvey

8. This catcher came up with the Padres in 1986. In '87, he was NL Rookie of the Year. He spent seven years in San Diego before leaving to play with eight other clubs. He was known for being able to throw a runner out from his knees and was a five-time All Star. Can you name this catcher? Terry Kennedy Gene Tenace Doug Gwosdz Benito Santiago

9. The Padres had a lifetime .300 hitter who was left-handed and overweight. No, I am not talking about Tony Gwynn as, this player went on to play with the Phillies and then joined the Fox Network on, "The Best Damned Sports Show Period". Who is he? Broderick Perkins John Kruk Terry Kennedy Fred McGriff

10. In their first 20 seasons (69-88), how many seasons did they finish at .500 or better? 2 8 4 6