The San Diego Padres Trivia Quiz

A look back at some things pertaining the Padres franchise. I hope you enjoy it!

A multiple-choice quiz by Helo_King. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
Helo_King

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
314,182

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
7 / 10

Plays
310

Awards
Top 10% Quiz

Last 3 plays: Guest 23 (6/10), Guest 75 (9/10), Guest 107 (6/10).

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1. In what year did the Padres made their debut in MLB? Hint

1969

1977

1956

1998

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2. How many times did the Padres win the West Division in the National League while they played in the Qualcomm Stadium? Hint

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3. Which San Diego Padre won the National League batting title in 1992?
Hint

Gary Sheffield

Tony Gwynn

Mark Loretta

Fred McGriff

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4. How many saves did pitcher Trevor Hoffman have with the Padres?
Hint

701

337

552

199

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5. Some may know that Tony Gwynn, nicknamed 'Mr. Padre', retired with more than 3000 hits (3141). Who was the first San Diego player to reach 1000 hits? Hint

Tony Gwynn

Garry Templeton

Gene Richards

Dave Winfield

6. On April 13, 1987, San Diego was the first team to hit three consecutive home runs from the start of a game against the Giants on opening day. Which of the following was not one of those players? Hint

Tony Gwynn

Marvell Wynne

John Kruk

Don Baylor

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7. During the 1980 season, the Padres became the first team with three players with 50 or more stolen bases in a season. Which of the following was not one of those? Hint

Alan Wiggins

Gene Richards

Frank Tanana

Jerry Mumphrey

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8. Padre catcher Benito Santiago won the Rookie of the Year Award in which season?
Hint

1976

1962

1999

1987

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9. Who was the first Padre player to lead the National League in home runs? Hint

Fred McGriff

Greg Vaughn

Gary Sheffield

Phil Nevin

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10. Which pitcher was the first 20-game winner for the Padres? Hint

Steve Carlton

Goose Gossage

Randy Jones

Gaylord Perry

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. In what year did the Padres made their debut in MLB?

Answer: 1969

The San Diego Padres was one of four expansion teams in 1969. The other teams were Montreal Expos in the National League, Kansas City Royals, and the Seattle Pilots in the American League.

2. How many times did the Padres win the West Division in the National League while they played in the Qualcomm Stadium?

Answer: 3

The Padres played in Qualcomm Stadium (called Jack Murphy Stadium prior) from 1969-2003. They won the West Division Titles in 1984, 1996, and 1998.

3. Which San Diego Padre won the National League batting title in 1992?

Answer: Gary Sheffield

Gary Sheffield hit .330 in 1992.

4. How many saves did pitcher Trevor Hoffman have with the Padres?

Answer: 552

In 16 seasons with the Padres from 1993-2008, he saved 552 games and won another 54 games.

5. Some may know that Tony Gwynn, nicknamed 'Mr. Padre', retired with more than 3000 hits (3141). Who was the first San Diego player to reach 1000 hits?

Answer: Dave Winfield

Dave Winfield played with the Padres for 8 seasons. In his last season with the Padres in 1980, he reached hit number 1000. He left the Padres with 1134 hits, and had 3110 over his 22-season career.

Answer: Don Baylor

Baylor was never a Padre. John Kruk, Tony Gwynn, and Marvel Gynne hit back-to-back-to-back home runs in the first inning with 0 outs. The Padres still lost the game 13-6.

7. During the 1980 season, the Padres became the first team with three players with 50 or more stolen bases in a season. Which of the following was not one of those?

Answer: Frank Tanana

In 1980, Gene Richards had 61 stolen bases, Ozzie Smith 57, and Jerry Mumphrey 52. Tanana was a pitcher and never played for the Padres.

8. Padre catcher Benito Santiago won the Rookie of the Year Award in which season?

Answer: 1987

Santiago had a 34-game hitting streak in the season. He hit 18 home runs, batted .300, and had 79 RBIs.

9. Who was the first Padre player to lead the National League in home runs?

Answer: Fred McGriff

Fred McGriff led the league with 35 in 1992. Greg Vaughn hit 50 in 1998, but Mark McGuire and Sammy Sosa hit 70 and 66, respectively.

10. Which pitcher was the first 20-game winner for the Padres?

Answer: Randy Jones

After going 8-22 in 1974, Jones rebounded and threw a 20-12 season in 1975. He broke his own team record the following season with his 22-14 record to lead the National League. They would be his only 20-win seasons. He retired after 10 seasons with a 100-123 record.

Source: Author Helo_King

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