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Coveroo TRIVIA: Hall of Fame manager

October 14th, 2009 by Evan Brunell
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Congratulations to Betsy for winning the previous trivia contest and gaining an engraved keychain! Now, it’s time to start all over… check the bottom of the article for what you could win if you prove you know your trivia!

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When was the last time the Red ox had a manager who was either a current or former Hall of Famer? Who? It’s a two-parter answer, so each answer is worth .5 points.

Previous trivia question:

  1. Boston’s largest margin of victory ever was 20. Name the date and opponent. September 27, 1940
  2. In the year this was accomplished, Boston had losing head-to-head records against only two teams. Name the teams. Cleveland, the Yankees
  3. What was the name of Boston’s top minor league affiliate in this year? (City and nickname, please.) Louisville Colonels
  4. A future Red Sox All-Star led said minor league team in innings pitched during this year. Who? Tex Hughston
  5. The answer to No. 4 gave up his first career home run to who? Rip Radcliff

The two winners will receive a free Coveroo. What is a Coveroo? A Coveroo gives your phone some personality. They offer over 2,000 designs so you’re sure to find one that fits your style. Choose from the L.A. Lakers to Spiderman, the latest tattoo designs or flowers! With so many opportunities to choose from, the possibilities are endless. A Coveroo replaces the back cover of your phone with a new cover marked with your design. If you don’t think you can win, you can still benefit! Head over to Coveroo.com and put in the code firebrandalfan and get a $2 discount!

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  • @jjenczyk says:
    October 15, 2009 at 12:52 AM

    I believe it was Dick Williams in 1969.

    Reply
    • evanbrunell says:
      October 15, 2009 at 1:53 AM

      Yup!

      Reply

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