Texas Rangers fan quiz: How well do you know the franchise’s history, Globe Life Field?
How big of a Texas Rangers fan are you?
That big, huh? Much respect for hanging in there, especially the past few years. It hasn’t been easy to follow a team that hasn’t contended for the postseason since 2016. But things are looking up in 2022. The team is celebrating 50 years in Arlington throughout the season, which they’ll kick off with a two-game set against the Colorado Rockies at Globe Life Field on Monday afternoon and Tuesday night.
But until then, here’s a 10-question quiz on the franchise to get you warmed up for the season.
Take our Texas Rangers fan quiz:
1. Which former Texas Ranger was the first bobblehead ballpark giveaway?
A. Buddy Bell
B. Rafael Palmeiro
C. Alex Rodriguez
D. Ivan Rodriguez
E. Nolan Ryan
2. What is the deepest part of Globe Life Field AND why?
A. 404 feet,
B. 410 feet, for Michael Young, the team’s all-time hits leader who wore #10
C. 411 feet, for the being the 2011 AL champion
D. 419 feet, for Juan Gonzalez, the team’s all-time home run leader who wore #19
E. 421 feet, for April 21, 1972, the first game the Rangers played in Arlington
3. The Texas Rangers relocated to Arlington in 1971, what was the name of the prior team?
A. Washington Generals
B. Washington Lobbyists
C. Washington Monuments
D. Washington Nationals
E. Washington Senators
4. The Texas Rangers have hosted one All-Star Game. What year was it?
A. 1991
B. 1993
C. 1995
D. 1997
E. 1999
5. Who is the only man to never manage the Texas Rangers?
A. Whitey Herzog
B. Billy Martin
C. Joe Torre
D. Ron Washington
E. Ted Williams
6. Nolan Ryan has thrown seven no-hitters in his career. How many came as a member of the Texas Rangers?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
E. 5
7. Quizzes are not just for fun. Some questions, like this one, can help you plan your trip to the ballpark. So, what item CANNOT be brought into Globe Life Field?
A. Backpacks that are deemed a medical necessity
B. An A-Rod jersey
C. Food inside a sealed, clear quart-sized (or less) plastic bag and one sealed non-flavored water in a plastic bottle smaller than 1 liter
D. E-cigarettes, vapes or any smoking device
E. A single-compartment drawstring bag that does not exceed 16x16x8 inches
8. Which home opener had the largest official attendance?
A. 1972, first game played in Arlington
B. 1994, first game played at Globe Life Park
C. 1997, season after first playoff appearance
D. 2011, season after first World Series appearance
E. 2021, first game played (before fans) at Globe Life Field
9. Which Rangers player holds the franchise record for All-Star Game appearances?
A. Buddy Bell
B. Ivan Rodriguez
C. Josh Hamilton
D. Michael Young
E. Yu Darvish
10. You and three friends plan on going to the second Texas Chili Dollar Hot Dog Night of the season, and each of you eats a hot dog every inning of the Rangers’ extra-inning win. How much cash did you go though on hot dogs at the ballpark?
A. We think there may be other issues to discuss, like that trip home.
B. The concessions are cashless. It’s 2022 ... Apple Pay, man.
C. You didn’t say how many the innings it took to finish the game.
D. I’m more interested in the Chicken Fried Brisket.
E. Math? ... Seriously? ... I just want to watch some baseball.
Answers: 1-B, 2-B, 3-E, 4-C, 5-C, 6-B, 7-D, 8-D (50,146), 9-B (10 appearances), 10-ABCDE
This story was originally published April 8, 2022 at 5:00 AM.
