The 1979 Angels

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

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

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? Rod Carew Don Baylor Carney Lansford Bert Campaneris

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

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? Dave Frost Chris Knapp Frank Tanana 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? Chris Knapp Don Aase Frank Tanana Jim Barr

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

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

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

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