MLB Players Identification Quiz

By: Jacqueline Samaroo
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MLB Players Identification Quiz
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About This Quiz

Take a swing, but you better not miss!  This quiz is coming across the plate at 98 mph, and it's got a wicked curve to it!

Baseball is still without a doubt the "National Pastime" and it is highly unlikely that this is going to change any time soon. While it may not be number one among the "Big Four" when it comes to television ratings, Major League Baseball is still extremely popular, super profitable, and undeniably well-loved! In fact, what many people don't realize is that Major League Baseball is the oldest of the "Big Four" - the other three being the National Football League, the National Basketball Association and the National Hockey League. There is no denying that Major League Baseball helped to pave the way for the rest of the "Big Four " and the success that they have experienced.

Over the decades there have been hundreds (if not thousands) of professional players who have showcased their talents and played baseball at the highest level. We've taken a handful of these players and put them together to create one of the most challenging baseball quizzes. Let's jump right into it and see if you've got what it takes!

Hank Aaron
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Do you know the name of the MLB player in this photo?
Grover Alexander
Hank Aaron
Barry Bonds
Napoleon Lajoie
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Wrong Answer

Hank Aaron held the MLB record for career home runs for 33 years. He is currently the senior vice president of the Atlanta Braves, the team that he previously played 21 seasons for.

Mike Schmidt
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What is the name of the MLB player in this photo?
Satchel Paige
Warren Spahn
Babe Ruth
Mike Schmidt
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Wrong Answer

Mike Schmidt was the three-time winner of the National League Most Valuable Player award and a 12-time All-Star. He is largely remembered for his career with the Philadelphia Phillies

roberto clemente
YouTube / Biography
Which MLB player is in this picture?
Cy Young
Roberto Clemente
Bo Jackson
Eddie Collins
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Wrong Answer

Roberto Clemente was inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame in 1973. He died in a plane crash on his way to deliver aid to earthquake victims in Nicaragua

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albert pujols
Wiki Commons by Erik Drost
Which MLB player is in this image?
Steve Carlton
Roberto Clemente
Albert Pujols
Eddie Mathews
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Wrong Answer

Albert Pujols has made ten All-Star appearances and has two World Series championships, one in 2006 and the other in 2011. He currently plays for the Los Angeles Angels.

george brett
Wiki Commons by Arturo Pardavila III
Do you know the name of this MLB player?
Pete Rose
Pete Rose
Sherry Magee
George Brett
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Wrong Answer

George Brett has 3,154 career hits, ranking him at 16th best in that category and the most by any major league third baseman. He spent 21 years of his Major League Baseball career playing for the Kansas City Royals.

reggie jackson
Wiki Commons by Googie man
Can you identify the MLB player in this picture?
Reggie Jackson
Ken Griffey Jr.
George Brett
Bo Jackson
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Wrong Answer

Reggie Jackson played for the Oakland Athletics, Baltimore Orioles, New York Yankees and California Angels. He helped Oakland win five consecutive American League West divisional pennants, three consecutive American League pennants and three consecutive World Series titles.

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willie mays
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Which MLB player is showcased here?
Willie Mays
Ty Cobb
Rickey Henderson
Sandy Koufax
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Wrong Answer

Willie Mays is ranked fifth in career home runs, with 660. He is largely remembered for his prolific career with the San Francisco Giants.

Steve Carlton
Wiki Commons by Rubenstein
What is the name of the MLB player in this picture?
Steve Carlton
Cal Ripken
Albert Pujols
Tris Speaker
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Wrong Answer

Steve Carlton won four Cy Young Awards and was elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1994. He had a prolific career with the Philadelphia Phillies.

rickey henderson
Wiki Commons by SD Dirk
What is the name of the MLB player in this image?
Hank Aaron
Don Mattingly
Rickey Henderson
Warren Spahn
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Wrong Answer

Rickey Henderson currently holds the major league records for career stolen bases, runs, unintentional walks and leadoff home runs. He played for nine different teams from 1979 to 2003.

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cal ripken sr
Wiki Commons by jimmyack205
Can you identify the MLB player in this image?
Cal Ripken
Jackie Robinson
Cap Anson
Greg Maddux
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Wrong Answer

Cal Ripken played 21 seasons for the Baltimore Orioles from 1981 to 2001 and was a 19-time All-Star. His consecutive game record-setting performance earned him the nickname “The Iron Man”.

tris speaker
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Can you identify the MLB player in this photo?
Steve Carlton
Ted Williams
Mike Schmidt
Tris Speaker
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Wrong Answer

Tris Speaker is regarded by many to be one of the best offensive and defensive center fielders. He is largely remembered for his career with the Boston Red Sox and the Cleveland Indians.

don mattingly
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This is a photo of which MLB player?
Cal Ripken
Jackie Robinson
Roberto Clemente
Don Mattingly
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Wrong Answer

Don Mattingly’s career with the Yankees earned him the nicknames "Donnie Baseball" and “The Hit Man”. He also previously managed the Los Angeles Dodgers for five years.

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barry bonds
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Do you recognize this MLB player?
Barry Bonds
Ty Cobb
Napoleon Lajoie
Tris Speaker
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Wrong Answer

Barry Bonds still holds the records for most home runs in a single season, most career walks and most career home runs. He is widely regarded by many to be one of the greatest baseball players of all time.

Tony Gwynn
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What is the name of this MLB player?
Pete Rose
Tony Gwynn
Cy Young
Jimmie Foxx
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Wrong Answer

Tony Gwynn was a 15-time All-Star and received seven Silver Slugger Awards and five Gold Glove Awards. He played 20 seasons in Major League Baseball for the San Diego Padres.

ken griffey jr
Wiki Commons by Arturo Pardavila III
Which MLB player is showcased in this picture?
Mickey Mantle
Sherry Magee
Ken Griffey Jr.
Derek Jeter
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Wrong Answer

Ken Griffey Jr. is ranked sixth in terms of MLB home runs and he is a 13-time All-Star. He spent most of his professional career with the Seattle Mariners and the Cincinnati Reds

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ty cobb
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Do you know the name of the MLB player in this picture?
Mickey Mantle
Napoleon Lajoie
Babe Ruth
Ty Cobb
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Ty Cobb was a Major League Baseball outfielder who played for the Detroit Tigers for 22 seasons. To this day, his combined total of 4,065 runs scored and runs batted in is still the highest ever produced by any major league player.

Warren Spahn
Wiki Commons
This is a picture of which MLB player?
Bob Gibson
Babe Ruth
Warren Spahn
Rickey Henderson
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Wrong Answer

Warren Spahn is a Baseball Hall of Fame member and a 17-time All-Star. He had an extremely prolific career with the Boston Braves.

mickey mantle
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Do you know the name of the MLB player in this photo?
Willie Mays
Mickey Mantle
Cap Anson
Ty Cobb
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Wrong Answer

Mickey Mantle is widely regarded by many fans to be the greatest switch hitter in baseball history. He spent his entire Major League Baseball career with the New York Yankees as a center fielder and first baseman.

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Pete Rose
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This is an image of which MLB player?
Don Mattingly
Eddie Collins
Jackie Robinson
Pete Rose
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Wrong Answer

Pete Rose played most of his professional career with the Cincinnati Reds. He also had smaller stints with the Philadelphia Phillies and the Montreal Expos.

stand musial
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What is the name of the MLB player in this photo?
Pete Rose
Bo Jackson
George Brett
Stan Musial
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Wrong Answer

Stan Musial is regarded by many to be one of the most consistent hitters in baseball history. He is notable for his prolific career that he had with the St. Louis Cardinals.

Bo Jackson
Youtube via ArizonaAdventures Channel
Which MLB player is showcased in this photo?
Bo Jackson
Honus Wagner
Grover Alexander
Reggie Jackson
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Bo Jackson is notable for having played eight years in Major League Baseball and four years in the NFL. In addition to this, he is the first athlete to be named an All-Star in both sports

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sandy koufax
Wiki Commons
Can you correctly name this MLB player?
Mike Schmidt
Satchel Paige
Willie Mays
Sandy Koufax
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Wrong Answer

Sandy Koufax notably played 12 seasons for the Los Angeles Dodgers. In 1972 he became the youngest player ever elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame, at 36.

Babe Ruth
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Do you know the name of the MLB player in this picture?
Tris Speaker
Babe Ruth
Warren Spahn
Mike Schmidt
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Wrong Answer

Babe Ruth was one of the "first five" inaugural members of the Baseball Hall of Fame. He is hailed by many fans as the greatest baseball player of all time.

Cap Anson
Youtube via gguxor
Which MLB player is showcased in this picture?
Mickey Mantle
Ken Griffey Jr.
Cap Anson
Walter Johnson
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Wrong Answer

Cap Anson played for a record 27 consecutive seasons and is regarded by many as one of the greatest players of all time. He is also responsible for playing a major role in establishing the racial segregation in professional baseball.

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derek jeter
Wiki Commons by Rubenstein
Can you identify this MLB player?
Derek Jeter
Reggie Jackson
Sherry Magee
Ken Griffey Jr.
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Wrong Answer

Derek Jeter is notable for being the all-time career leader for the Yankees in several records. These are hits (3,465), games played (2,747), stolen bases (358), doubles (544), times on base (4,716), plate appearances (12,602) and at bats (11,195).

greg maddux
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Can you identify the MLB player in this image?
Josh Gibson
Roberto Clemente
Greg Maddux
Cal Ripken
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Wrong Answer

Greg Maddux notably won the won the 1995 World Series with the Atlanta Braves. During his career he earned the nicknames "Mad Dog" and "The Professor".

napoleon lajoie
Wiki Commons
Which MLB player is in this photo?
Steve Carlton
Rickey Henderson
Hank Aaron
Napoleon Lajoie
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Wrong Answer

Napoleon Lajoie’s career spanned several teams, including the Philadelphia Phillies, Philadelphia Athletics and Cleveland Naps. He earned himself the fitting nickname, “The Frenchman”.

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Satchel Paige
Harrison Studio via Wiki Commons
Do you know the name of the MLB player in this image?
Bob Gibson
Ted Williams
Satchel Paige
Sandy Koufax
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Satchel Paige is notable for being one of the most successful players in Negro league baseball and the MLB. In fact, he is regarded by many as being one of the greatest pitchers in baseball history.

jackie robinson
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Which MLB player is in this image?
Don Mattingly
Albert Pujols
Jackie Robinson
Barry Bonds
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Wrong Answer

Jackie Robinson was the recipient of the very first Rookie of the Year Award. He is perhaps most notable for being the first African American to play in the MLB after decades of racial segregation.

Bob Feller
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Which MLB player is this?
Hank Aaron
Ted Williams
Bob Feller
Greg Maddux
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Wrong Answer

Bob Feller is an 8-time All-Star and a 1948 World Series champion. He had an extensive and prolific career with the Cleveland Indians.

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ted williams
Wiki Commons by Apex Photo Company
Which MLB player is in this photo?
Bob Gibson
Ted Williams
Willie Mays
Josh Gibson
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Wrong Answer

Ted Williams was a nineteen-time All-Star and is regarded as one of the greatest players in baseball history. He played his entire 19 year MLB career as a left fielder for the Boston Red Sox from 1939 to 1960.

sherry magee
Wiki Commons by Thompson, Paul
Which MLB player is showcased in this image?
Derek Jeter
Sherry Magee
Joe Doyle
George Brett
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Sherry Magee’s 16-season career was split up among the Philadelphia Phillies, the Boston Braves, and the Cincinnati Reds. He is notable for being one of the most skilled left fielders in the MLB.

Eddie Mathews
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This is an image of which MLB player?
Eddie Collins
Eddie Mathews
Albert Pujols
Barry Bonds
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Wrong Answer

Eddie Mathews played 17 seasons for the Boston Braves, Milwaukee Braves, Atlanta Braves, Houston Astros and Detroit Tigers. He is also notably one of the best third basemen of all time.

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honus wagner
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Which MLB player is showcased in this photo?
Greg Maddux
Tony Gwynn
Honus Wagner
Cy Young
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Wrong Answer

Honus Wagner was one of the "first five" inaugural members of the Baseball Hall of Fame. He is largely remembered for his career with the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Jimmie Foxx
Wiki Commons via Harris & Ewing
Do you know the name of the MLB player in this image?
Joe Doyle
Walter Johnson
Jimmie Foxx
Tony Gwynn
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Jimmie Foxx was the second player in MLB history to hit 500 career home runs, after Babe Ruth. He notably played for the Philadelphia Athletics, Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs, and Philadelphia Phillies.

grover cleveland
Wiki Commons by Charles M Conlon
Which MLB player is in this picture?
Jimmie Foxx
Eddie Mathews
Joe Doyle
Grover Alexander
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Wrong Answer

Grover Alexander was elected into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1938 and he notably played for the Philadelphia Phillies, Chicago Cubs and St. Louis Cardinals. He was known by the nickname “Old Pete".

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Bob Gibson
Wiki Commons
This is a picture of which MLB player?
Bob Gibson
Derek Jeter
Sandy Koufax
Satchel Paige
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Bob Gibson was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1981 and the St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame in 2014. He is a retired MLB pitcher who played 17 seasons for the St. Louis Cardinals.

cy young
Wiki Commons by Paul Thompson
Can you identify the MLB player in this picture?
Cy Young
Walter Johnson
Tony Gwynn
Honus Wagner
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Wrong Answer

Cy Young is still to this day, the current holder of the record for most Major League Baseball career wins, with 511. He had an extensive 22-season baseball career from 1890 to 1911.

walter johnson
Wiki Commons by Paul Thompson
Can you identify this MLB player?
Honus Wagner
Walter Johnson
Jimmie Foxx
Cap Anson
Correct Answer
Wrong Answer

Walter Johnson is remembered for the numerous pitching records that he set, some of which still remain unbroken to this day. He played his entire 21-year baseball career for the Washington Senators.

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Joe Doyle
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Which MLB player is this?
Derek Jeter
Joe Doyle
Eddie Mathews
Grover Alexander
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Wrong Answer

Joe Doyle spent most of his professional MLB career with the New York Highlanders. Due to the fact that he would take long periods of stalling time in-between pitches, he earned himself the nickname “Slow Joe Doyle”.

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