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1. Nicknamed 'The Old Perfessor', which manager took the Yankees to 10 World Series in 12 seasons? Casey Stengal Casey Stengel Casy Stennel Casey Stennal

2. This 1968 season Tiger pitcher took a backseat to Cy Young teammate Denny McLain, but took the World Series MVP by winning three games in the Tigers' four games to three win. Which name belongs to this series MVP? Mickey Lolich Mickey Lolick Mikey Lolaich Mikey Lolish

3. After four seasons with the San Diego Padres, the team traded this shortstop to the Cardinals in 1981. The shortstop then went on to grab 13 Gold Glove awards and later be inducted into the elite club, Hall of Fame. Who was this shortstop? Ossie Smith Ossie Smythe Ozzie Smithe Ozzie Smith

4. In 1986, this Twins pitcher didn't get much respect from the batters as he gave up 50 home runs in a season, setting a new season record. In 1987, he almost topped that by giving up another 46. Who was this Minnesota pitcher? Burt Blilevan Bert Blyleven Bert Blylevan Burt Blevins

5. After playing with the Red Sox for eight seasons, his mental state was under question in 1958, and Boston traded him to the Indians. Two teams later with the Mets in 1963, he hit his 100th career home run and ran the bases backwards. Who was this player that went downhill from there? Jimmy Peirsall Jimmie Pearsal Jimmy Piersall Jimmie Peirsal

6. This all-star catcher and first baseman began his career with the Oakland Athletics in 1969, and was part of the team that three-peated the World Series from 1972-1974. Who was he? Gene Tennace Gene Tenace Gene Tennis Gene Tanness

7. This outfielder and later turned manager, played 11 of his 18 seasons in the Yankee outfield. The 1969 Royals' Rookie of the Year hung his bat up in 1984. In 1986, he found himself at the helm of the Yankees. He had also managed the Reds, Mariners, Devil Rays, and in 2007 was somewhat holding the reins of the Chicago Cubs. Who was he? Lou Pinella Lou Pinellia Lou Pinnella Lou Piniella

8. This four-time consecutive Cy Young winner won one with the Cubs, then three with the Atlanta Braves, was a San Diego Padre in 2007, playing in his 22nd season on the mound. Who was this pitcher? Greg Maddox Craig Maddox Craig Maddax Greg Maddux

9. There was only one Triple Crown hit in the history of the American Association. A batter for the St. Louis Browns did this in 1887. Who was this outfielder? Tip O'Neill Tip O'Niel Tip O'Neal Tip O'Neile

10. This 1992 NL Rookie of the Year played 12 of his 14 seasons in a Dodger uniform. 1992 would be the first of five consecutive Rookie of the Year awards going to the Los Angeles club. Who was this first baseman that retired in 2004 as an Oakland Athletic? Erik Karros Erick Karras Eric Karros Eric Karras