100 Greatest MLB Players Quiz (Part 1)

[B] Babe Ruth | Babe Ruth, born George Herman Ruth Jr., was an American professional baseball player whose career as a powerful left-handed hitter and as a pitcher spanned 22 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB). He was one of the first five inductees to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and is considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Ruth's career home run record of 714 stood for 39 years and his slugging percentage and on-base plus slugging (OPS) are still among the highest in baseball history.

[A] Willie Mays | Willie Mays, nicknamed "The Say Hey Kid," is considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time. He spent most of his career playing for the New York/San Francisco Giants, winning two Major League Baseball Most Valuable Player (MVP) awards and twelve Gold Glove Awards. Mays was known for his defensive prowess in center field, his speed on the base paths, and his power at the plate, making him a true five-tool player.

[D] Hank Aaron | Hank Aaron, born Henry Louis Aaron, is a former Major League Baseball (MLB) right fielder who serves as the senior vice president of the Atlanta Braves. He played 23 seasons in Major League Baseball for the Milwaukee and Atlanta Braves, and the Milwaukee Brewers. Aaron broke Babe Ruth's long-standing career home run record of 714 on April 8, 1974, finishing his career with 755 home runs, a record that stood until 2007.

[C] Ted Williams | Theodore Samuel Williams, nicknamed "The Kid" and "The Splendid Splinter," was an American baseball player and manager, considered to be one of the greatest hitters in baseball history. He played his entire career for the Boston Red Sox as an outfielder. Williams was a nineteen-time All-Star and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1966. He is the last player to hit over .400 in a single season, achieving this feat in 1941.

[A] Mickey Mantle | Mickey Mantle, born George Michael Mantle, was an American professional baseball player who played his entire career with the New York Yankees as a center fielder. Mantle was one of the best switch hitters and athletes in baseball history. Over his 18-year career, he won three American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) Awards and played on 12 AL championship teams and 7 World Series champions.

[D] Lou Gehrig | Henry Louis Gehrig, nicknamed "The Iron Horse," was an American professional baseball first baseman who played his entire career in Major League Baseball for the New York Yankees. Gehrig was known for his durability, a characteristic he demonstrated by playing in 2,130 consecutive games, a record that stood for 56 years. He was a seven-time All-Star and was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1939. Gehrig's career was cut short by amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), which led to his early death at the age of 37.

[A] Ken Griffey, Jr. | Kenneth Harold Griffey Jr., nicknamed "The Kid" or "Junior," is a former Major League Baseball (MLB) center fielder. Griffey spent the majority of his career with the Seattle Mariners and Cincinnati Reds. He was known for his defense, speed, and home run power. Griffey was a 13-time Gold Glove winner and a 10-time All-Star. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2016, receiving the highest voting percentage of any player at the time.

[C] Roberto Clemente | Roberto Clemente Walker was a Puerto Rican professional baseball right fielder who played 18 seasons in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Pittsburgh Pirates. Clemente was known for his powerful throwing arm, batting prowess, and philanthropic efforts. He was a 15-time All-Star, 12-time Gold Glove winner, and 4-time National League (NL) batting champion. Clemente died in a plane crash while attempting to deliver aid to earthquake victims in Nicaragua, and he was posthumously inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

[A] Joe DiMaggio | Joseph Paul DiMaggio, nicknamed "Joltin' Joe" and "The Yankee Clipper," was an American baseball center fielder who played his entire career for the New York Yankees. DiMaggio is perhaps best known for his 56-game hitting streak, which remains a Major League record. He was a three-time MVP and a 13-time All-Star. DiMaggio was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1955.

[B] Nolan Ryan | Nolan Ryan, born Lynn Nolan Ryan Jr., is a former Major League Baseball (MLB) pitcher. Ryan is the holder of several MLB records, including the most no-hitters (7) and the most strikeouts (5,714). He played for four different teams: the New York Mets, California Angels, Houston Astros, and Texas Rangers. Known for his fastball, Ryan was an 8-time All-Star and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1999.

[A] Sandy Koufax | Sanford Braun "Sandy" Koufax was an American baseball pitcher who played his entire career for the Los Angeles Dodgers in Major League Baseball. Koufax was a three-time Cy Young Award winner and was the first pitcher to win the award by unanimous vote twice. He was also the youngest player ever elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame, inducted at the age of 36.

[B] Bob Gibson | Robert Gibson, nicknamed "Gibby" or "Hoot," was an American professional baseball player and coach, known for his career as a pitcher for the St. Louis Cardinals. Gibson is one of only two pitchers to have won both the Cy Young Award and the National League Most Valuable Player Award in the same year (1968). He was a nine-time All-Star and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1981.

[D] Randy Johnson | Randy Johnson, nicknamed "The Big Unit," is a former Major League Baseball pitcher known for his dominant left-handed pitching and his tall, intimidating presence on the mound. Johnson played for six teams, most notably the Seattle Mariners and the Arizona Diamondbacks. He was a five-time Cy Young Award winner and ten-time All-Star. Johnson was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2015.

[C] Jackie Robinson | Jack Roosevelt "Jackie" Robinson was an American professional baseball player who became the first African American to play in Major League Baseball in the modern era. Robinson broke the baseball color line when he started at first base for the Brooklyn Dodgers on April 15, 1947. His entry into the league marked the beginning of the end of racial segregation in professional baseball. Robinson was a six-time All-Star, a World Series champion, and was posthumously awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom and the Congressional Gold Medal.

[A] Honus Wagner | John Peter "Honus" Wagner, nicknamed "The Flying Dutchman," was a German-American shortstop who is considered one of the greatest baseball players of all time. Wagner played for the Pittsburgh Pirates and the St. Louis Cardinals. He was known for his fielding prowess, speed, and powerful hitting. Wagner was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1936 as one of its first five members.

[C] Rickey Henderson | Ricky Henderson, nicknamed "Hendu," "Ricky," or "The Man of Steal," is a former Major League Baseball player known for his base-stealing ability. Henderson holds the MLB record for career stolen bases and runs scored. He played for several teams, including the Oakland Athletics, New York Yankees, and Toronto Blue Jays. Henderson was a ten-time All-Star and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2009.

[D] Cy Young | Denison "Cy" Young was an American baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball for 22 seasons. Young is one of the most prolific pitchers in baseball history, leading the league in wins, losses, and shutouts. He was the first player to win 500 games and is the namesake of the Cy Young Award, given annually to the best pitchers in the major leagues. Young was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1937.

[B] Ty Cobb | Tyrus Raymond "Ty" Cobb was an American Major League Baseball outfielder who played his entire career for the Detroit Tigers. Cobb is widely recognized as one of the greatest and most productive hitters in the history of baseball. He held the highest career batting average at .366 until it was surpassed by Ichiro Suzuki. Cobb was known for his aggressive playing style and controversial personality. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1936.

[D] Pete Rose | Peter Edward Rose, nicknamed "Charlie Hustle," is a former Major League Baseball player and manager. Rose is the all-time leader in MLB hits, with 4,256. He played for the Cincinnati Reds and the Philadelphia Phillies, and managed the Reds and other teams. Rose was banned from baseball in 1989 due to gambling but remains a significant figure in the sport's history.

[A] Greg Maddux | Gregory Alan Maddux is a former Major League Baseball starting pitcher. Maddux is known for his exceptional control on the mound and his longevity in the league. He played for the Chicago Cubs, Atlanta Braves, Los Angeles Dodgers, and San Diego Padres. Maddux was a four-time Cy Young Award winner and an eighteen-time Gold Glove winner. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2014.

[C] Johnny Bench | Johnny Lee Bench, nicknamed "Mr. Catch," was an American professional baseball catcher who spent his entire career with the Cincinnati Reds. Bench is considered one of the greatest catchers in the history of baseball. He was a 14-time All-Star, a two-time National League MVP, and a World Series MVP. Bench was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1989.

[B] Yogi Berra | Lawrence Peter "Yogi" Berra was an American professional baseball catcher, manager, and coach who played 19 seasons in Major League Baseball, all but the last for the New York Yankees. Berra was an 18-time All-Star and a 13-time World Series champion. Known for his colorful quotes and wisdom, Berra was also a three-time American League MVP. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1972.

[A] Frank Robinson | Frank Robinson was an American professional baseball player and manager. He played for five different teams in his 21-year career in Major League Baseball, most notably the Cincinnati Reds and the Baltimore Orioles. Robinson was the first African American manager in the major leagues and a two-time World Series champion. He was a 14-time All-Star, a Triple Crown winner, and the 1966 American League MVP. Robinson was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1982.

[C] Tom Seaver | George Thomas "Tom" Seaver, nicknamed "Tom Terrific" and "The Franchise," was an American professional baseball pitcher. Seaver played for four different teams in his career, most notably the New York Mets. He was a 12-time All-Star, a three-time Cy Young Award winner, and the 1969 National League Cy Young and MVP. Seaver was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1992.

[A] Ernie Banks | Ernie Banks, nicknamed "Mr. Cub" and "Mr. Sunshine," was an American professional baseball player who spent his entire career with the Chicago Cubs. Banks was a 14-time All-Star, a two-time National League MVP, and a World War II veteran. Known for his positive attitude and powerful hitting, Banks was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1977.

[A] Walter Johnson | Walter Perry Johnson, nicknamed "Barney" or "The Big Train," was an American professional baseball pitcher. Johnson played his entire career for the Washington Senators. He was known for his fastball and his longevity, leading the American League in shutouts six times. Johnson was a five-time AL strikeout leader and was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1936.

[D] Cal Ripken, Jr. | Calvin Edwin "Cal" Ripken, Jr., nicknamed "The Iron Man," was an American professional baseball shortstop and third baseman who played 21 seasons in Major League Baseball, all for the Baltimore Orioles. Ripken broke Lou Gehrig's record by playing in 2,632 consecutive games. He was a 19-time All-Star, two-time American League MVP, and a World Series champion. Ripken was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2007.

[B] Leroy Robert "Satchel" Paige | Leroy Robert "Satchel" Paige was an American professional baseball pitcher who was born to a sharecropper's family in Mobile, Alabama. Paige was one of the most successful and celebrated pitchers in the history of the Negro leagues. He was known for his powerful fastball, control, and the longevity of his career, which spanned five decades. Paige was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1971.

[A] Tony Gwynn | Anthony Keith "Tony" Gwynn, nicknamed "Mr. Padre," was an American professional baseball right fielder who spent his entire career with the San Diego Padres. Gwynn was known for his contact hitting and his ability to get on base. He was a 15-time All-Star, five-time batting champion, and four-time National League batting champion. Gwynn was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2007.

[C] Mariano Rivera | Mariano Rivera is a Panamanian former professional baseball pitcher who played 19 seasons in Major League Baseball for the New York Yankees. Rivera is considered one of the greatest relief pitchers in baseball history. He was a 13-time All-Star and a five-time World Series champion. Rivera was the first player to be unanimously voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame, achieving this honor in 2019.