Hockey/Random
What professional hockey player holds the most National Hockey League (NHL) records?
A. Wayne Gretzky
B. Alexander Ovechkin
Wayne Gretzky.
“The Great One” holds numerous NHL records, including most assists (1,963), goals (894*), and points (2,857) in a career. His influence transcended the sport, making hockey more popular in nontraditional markets like the southwestern United States. *Note: It is likely that Alexander Ovechkin will surpass Gretzky in total goals sometime in 2025.
What baseball team has won the second-most World Series championships?
A. St. Louis Cardinals
B. Toronto Blue Jays
The St. Louis Cardinals.
They have won 11 World Series championships. Their most recent win was in 2011 against the Texas Rangers.
What NBA player scored 100 points in a single game, a record that still stands?
A. Wilt Chamberlain
B. Lebron James
Wilt Chamberlain.
He set this record on March 2, 1962, while playing for the Philadelphia Warriors against the New York Knicks. Chamberlain’s 100-point game is considered one of the greatest single performances in professional basketball history. Interestingly, the game was not televised and only about 4,000 fans were present, making it one of sports’ least-seen historical moments.
In what year was the first modern Olympic Games held?
A. 1986
B. 1896
1896.
The first modern Olympic Games were held in Athens, Greece. The event included 241 participants from 14 countries, competing in 43 events. This revival was a nod to the ancient Olympic Games, which date back to 776 BC.
What NHL team holds the record for most championship titles?
A. Montreal Canadiens
B. Toronto Maple Leafs
The Montreal Canadiens.
They have won 24 Stanley Cups. The Toronto Maple Leafs have the second-most championship wins, with 13.
Who holds the record for the most career home runs in MLB history?
A. Babe Ruth
B. Barry Bonds
Barry Bonds.
He holds the record with 762 career home runs. Bonds’ career was not without controversy, as allegations of performance-enhancing drug use clouded his achievements. His record remains one of the most debated topics in baseball history. Despite being on the ballot for 10 years, Barry Bonds was not elected into the Hall of Fame.
What NBA coach has the most championship wins?
A. Phil Jackson
B. Billy Donovan
Phil Jackson.
He holds the record for the most championship wins as a head coach, with 11 titles. Jackson led the Chicago Bulls to six championships in the 1990s and later coached the Los Angeles Lakers to five more titles. Known for his use of the “triangle offense” and his ability to manage superstar talent, Jackson is often considered the greatest coach in NBA history.
Who is the most decorated Olympian of all time?
A. Michael Phelps
B. Natalie Coughlin
Michael Phelps
The American swimmer won a total of 28 medals—23 gold, three silver, and two bronze—at the Olympic Games in Athens (2004), Beijing (2008), London (2012), and Rio de Janeiro (2016).
Billy Smith of the New York Islanders was the first goalie to do what in 1979?
A. Score a goal
B. Get a hattrick
Score a goal.
Smith was credited with a goal after an opposing player accidentally shot the puck into his own net. Smith was the last Islander to touch the puck before it went into the net, earning the credit.
Who was the first athlete to appear on a Wheaties cereal box?
A. Mike Trout
B. Lou Gehrig
Lou Gehrig was the first athlete to appear on a Wheaties box, doing so in 1934. Gehrig’s inclusion sealed the brand’s association with athletic excellence, and it has since become a coveted honor for athletes across various sports.
Who is the only player to win NBA MVP, Finals MVP, and All-Star MVP in the same season?
A. Michael Jordan
B. Lebron James
Michael Jordan.
He did this in 1996, solidifying his status as one of the greatest basketball players of all time. Jordan’s competitive nature and ability to perform in clutch moments made him a global icon.
What golfer(s) won the Masters Tournament in two consecutive years?
A. Jack Nicklaus
B. Nick Faldo
C. Tiger Woods
D. All of the Above
Jack Nicklaus (1965 and 1966), Nick Faldo (1989 and 1990), and Tiger Woods (2000 and 2001). Since the Masters Tournament’s inception in 1934, it has always been held in Augusta, Georgia.
What are the three most recent NFL expansion teams?
A. Florida, Kansas, Arizona
B. Dallas, Chicago, Minnesota
C. Houston, Carolina, Jacksonville
The Houston Texans, Carolina Panthers, and Jacksonville Jaguars.
The Texans were established in 2002, and the Panthers and Jaguars were added in 1995. The Las Vegas Raiders do not count, as they are considered a relocated team and not an expansion team.
How many times did the Brooklyn Dodgers face the New Yankees in the World Series?
A. Four times
B. Seven times
Seven times.
These matchups occurred in 1941, 1947, 1949, 1952, 1953, 1955, and 1956. The Yankees won six of these series, with the Dodgers’ sole victory coming in 1955.
Who is the youngest player to score 30,000 points in the NBA?
A. Lebron James
B. Magic Johnson
LeBron James.
He achieved the milestone at the age of 33 years and 24 days in 2018. At the time, he was playing for the Cleveland Cavaliers.
What NFL team is the only one to have a perfect season, including winning the Super Bowl?
A. Miami Dolphins
B. Kansas Chiefs
The Miami Dolphins.
Led by head coach Don Shula, the team completed a perfect season in 1972–73, winning all 14 regular season games, two playoff games, and Super Bowl VII.