MLB catcher becomes 1st player in league history to play for both teams in the same game

MLB catcher becomes 1st player in league history to play for both teams in the same game

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Jansen made Major League history by being the first player to play for both teams in the same game. Initially with the Blue Jays, he was at bat during a game against the Red Sox that was delayed and rescheduled. After being traded to the Red Sox, Jansen played against his former team, marking a unique achievement in baseball history.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes Jansen's event in Major League history special?

He was the first player to be traded mid-game.

He was the first player to pitch for both teams in the same game.

He was the first player to hit a home run in two games on the same day.

He was the first player to play for both teams in the same game.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which team did Jansen play for earlier this year before the rain-delayed game?

Chicago Cubs

Toronto Blue Jays

Boston Red Sox

New York Yankees

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What caused the June 26th game between the Blue Jays and the Red Sox to be rescheduled?

A scheduling conflict

A player strike

A rain delay

A power outage

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

To which team was Jansen traded last month?

Toronto Blue Jays

Boston Red Sox

New York Yankees

Chicago Cubs

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique honor did Jansen achieve by playing for both teams in the same game?

He became the first player to play for both teams in the same game.

He became the first player to be captain for both teams.

He became the first player to be the MVP for both teams.

He became the first player to score for both teams.