Are you a true Cardinal? Does the sound of a cracking bat at Busch Stadium make your heart soar? Have you cheered with every rise and fall of this storied MLB franchise? If you’ve answered ‘yes’ to these, then this St. Louis Cardinals trivia quiz is your perfect pitch!
With origins dating back to 1882, the St. Louis Cardinals have an illustrious history filled with unforgettable moments, legendary players, and World Series championships. From Dizzy Dean’s ‘Gashouse Gang’ of the 1930s to the exploits of Stan Musial, Bob Gibson, Ozzie Smith, and the more recent feats of Yadier Molina, the Cardinals have always given their fans reasons to celebrate.
This set of St. Louis Cardinals trivia questions and answers is a journey through time. It covers the team’s rich history, the standout performances of its players, and the key games that left their mark on the franchise. Whether you’re a veteran Cards fan or a rookie just getting into the spirit of baseball, this quiz is sure to test your knowledge and passion for the Cardinals.
If you’re looking for more baseball trivia or want to challenge your general knowledge, be sure to check out our quizzes on the Tampa Bay Rays and the Texas Rangers.
So, put on your cap, step up to the plate, and let’s see if you can hit a home run with this St. Louis Cardinals trivia challenge!
How many home runs did the St. Louis Cardinals team have in the 2022 MLB regular season?
197
117
136
105
What was the St. Louis Cardinals’ win-loss record for the 2022 MLB season?
101 Wins 61 Losses
86 Wins 76 Losses
93 Wins 69 Losses
62 Wins 100 Losses
What position does Jack Flaherty play for the 2023 St. Louis Cardinals?
Second Base
Catcher
Pitcher
Right Field
What Cy Young Award winner for the St. Louis Cardinals had elbow surgery in 2007?
Josh Hancock
Jason Marquis
Jeff Suppon
Chris Carpenter
Who is the Cardinals player that hit .312 in 2010?
Shin-Soo Choo
Matt Holliday
Ichiro Suzuki
Carl Crawford
Who is a catcher on the 2023 St. Louis Cardinals team?
John Brebbia
Andrew Knizner
Alex Colomé
Tanner Banks
The Cardinals’ team mascot, a giant cardinal, is known by which name?
Tweet Tweet
Cardinal Carl
Red
Fredbird
Which St. Louis Cardinals rookie pitcher retired 17 straight batters in game one of the 2006 World Series?
Jeff Weaver
Todd Jones
Justin Verlander
Anthony Reyes
Which baseball star is known as the acrobatic shortstop from the Cardinals?
Derek Jeter
Luis Aparicio
Barry Sanders
Ozzie Smith
Which name is not one the St. Louis Cardinals were known by?
St. Louis Browns
St. Louis Brown Stockings
St. Louis Red Stockings
St. Louis Perfectos
Who, as a catcher for the St. Louis Cardinals, won a Golden Glove Award for 2010?
Gerald Laird
Henry Blanco
Shane Victorino
Yadier Molina
Who is a first base coach for the 2023 St. Louis Cardinals?
Rich Gossage
Steve Hamilton
Stubby Clapp
Bob Melvin
What position did Chris Carpenter play for the St. Louis Cardinals?
Outfielder
Pitcher
Catcher
First Baseman
Who defeated the Cardinals in the NL Wild Card Series in 2022?
NY Mets
Los Angeles Dodgers
San Diego Padres
Philadelphia Phillies
What does Dusty Blake do for the 2023 St. Louis Cardinals?
Hitting Coach
Chief Scout
Pitching Coach
TV Play By Play
The 1944 World Series, often dubbed “The Streetcar Series”, saw the Cardinals facing which team?
St. Louis Reds
St. Louis Blues
St. Louis Browns
St. Louis Red Stockings
Who was the MVP of the 1985 World Series between the St. Louis Cardinals and the Kansas City Royals?
Jose Rijo
Dave Stewart
Darrell Porter
Bret Saberhagen
Tim McCarver, a well-known commentator, played several seasons for the Cardinals at which position?
Pitcher
Right Fielder
Catcher
Shortstop
On June 25, 1999, which Cardinals rookie pitcher threw a no-hitter against the Diamondbacks?
Jose Jimenez
Matt Morris
Bud Smith
Darryl Kyle
In 1979, his final season, Cardinals Hall of Famer Lou Brock reached which career milestone?
1,000 Walks
3,000 Hits
500 Stolen Bases
400 Home Runs
What was the date that Mark McGwire got traded to the St. Louis Cardinals?
July 31, 2002
July 31, 1994
July 31, 1997
July 31, 2004
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