Kaufmann quiz: Anthony Rizzo and the 2016 Cubs
Anthony Rizzo is going to retire as a Cub. So let's honor him with a quiz about one of the most famous Chicago sports teams in history.
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What number did Anthony Rizzo wear in Chicago?
No. 1
No. 23
No. 44
No. 88
Correct answer: No. 44
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What team traded Anthony Rizzo to Chicago?
San Diego Padres
Arizona Diamondbacks
St. Louis Cardinals
Boston Red Sox
San Diego Padres
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What was Anthony Rizzo's walk-up song in 2016?
"Intoxicated" by Martin Solveig & GTA
"Jump" by Kriss Kross
"Toxic" by Britney Spears
"Bad Blood" by Taylor Swift
Correct answer: "Intoxicated" by Martin Solveig & GTA
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Which actor/superfan appeared with Rizzo, Dexter Fowler and David Ross on "SNL" in November, 2016?
Vince Vaughn
Woody Harrelson
RuPaul
Bill Murray
Correct answer: Bill Murray
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Which player did Anthony Rizzo and teammates lobby management to re-sign after the 2015 season?
Dexter Fowler
Kyle Hendricks
Jorge Soler
Addison Russell
Correct answer: Dexter Fowler
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Which player became the oldest to hit a home run in a Game 7 in the World Series?
Ben Zobrist
Miguel Montero
David Ross
Ian Happ
Correct answer: David Ross
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What player injured his leg early in the 2016 season, but returned for the World Series?
John Lackey
Kris Bryant
Aroldis Chapman
Kyle Schwarber
Correct answer: Kyle Schwarber
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Two players were named co-MVPs of the 2016 NLCS. Who were they?
Rizzo & Kris Bryant
Jon Lester & Jorge Soler
Javy Baez & Jon Lester
Jake Arrieta & Ben Zobrist
Correct answer: Javy Baez & Jon Lester
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Rizzo starred alongside Frank Thomas in a 2017 commercial for what local company?
Buona Beef
Eagle Insurance
Old Style
Empire Carpet
Correct answer: Buona Beef
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The Cubs' victory rally was considered one of the biggest gatherings in human history, but many scholars disputed the city's accounting of the crowd. How many people did the city say showed up?
2 billion
5 million
1 million
10 million
Correct answer: 5 million
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Yes! You are a champion. Hoist the trophy and put on the goggles to protect your eyes from the champagne. You've earned it!