The 1979 Angels

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1. Which Angel was the 1979 American League MVP? Brian Downing Don Baylor Rod Carew Bobby Grich

2. The Angels had 3 players with 100 or more RBIs in 1979. Which of the following did not have 100 RBIs that season? Dan Ford Don Baylor Brian Downing Bobby Grich

3. The 1979 Angels were known for their excellent hitting lineup, but they could run a little too as they had four players reach double digits in stolen bases. Who led the team in steals? Don Baylor Carney Lansford Rod Carew Bert Campaneris

4. Don Baylor led the team with 36 home runs. Who was second on the squad with 30? Brian Downing Willie Aikens Bobby Grich Dan Ford

5. Despite missing a couple weeks with an elbow injury, Nolan Ryan tied for the team lead in wins with 16. With whom did he share the team lead in wins? Frank Tanana Dave Frost Chris Knapp Don Aase

6. Who was the Angel pitcher that returned from a serious arm injury in the second half of the season and gave them a big lift, winning 7 games down the stretch? Frank Tanana Jim Barr Don Aase Chris Knapp

7. Who was the rookie pitcher that became the Angels' closer, and won 11 games while saving 14? Mark Clear Dyar Miller Dave LaRoche Bryan Harvey

8. How many Angels made the 1979 American League All-Star team? 5 3 6 4

9. In February of 1979, the Angels traded 4 players to the Twins for Rod Carew. Who was not among those traded for Carew? Ken Landreaux Ron Jackson Paul Hartzell Dave Engle

10. Who did the Angels lose to in the 1979 American League Championship Series? New York Yankees Baltimore Orioles Boston Red Sox Milwaukee Brewers