We can’t think of a better way to look forward to 2022 than to look back at some milestones of baseball seasons past
As Billy Crystal said to Meg Ryan at a New Year’s Eve party in “When Harry Met Sally,” I have no idea what the song “Auld Lang Syne” is talking about. However, I want to wish you all the happiest and the healthiest new year, and with 89 days until Opening Day, let’s get negotiating so that we can say, “Play ball!” Good luck with this week’s quiz. 1. Five years ago in 2017, Giancarlo Stanton led the majors with 59 homers. Who led Chicago? a. Anthony Rizzo c. Kyle Schwarber b. Jose Abreu d. Kris Bryant 2. Ten years ago in 2012, Gio Gonzalez led the majors with 21 wins. Who led Chicago? a. Jake Peavy c. Chris Sale b. Jeff Samardzija d. Gavin Floyd 3. Fourteen years ago in 2008, Carlos Zambrano pitched a no-hitter against the Astros. Where was the game played? a. Wrigley Field b. Minute Maid Park in Houston c. Miller Park in Milwaukee d. U.S. Cellular Field 4. Fifteen years ago in 2007, Ryan Howard led all hitters in the majors with 199 strikeouts. Who led Chicago? a. Jim Thome c. Josh Fields b. Alfonso Soriano d.
