Houston Astros: Caught Stealing | Uncovering the Scheme | 5
American Scandal
Unraveling the Astros Scandal
This chapter investigates the origins and escalation of the Houston Astros' sign-stealing scheme, centering on the development of the Codebreaker tool and the use of technology in real-time signal relaying. It further recounts the pivotal expose in 2019 by former player Mike Fiers, highlighting the consequences of whistleblowing within the sports culture. The chapter concludes by examining the widespread backlash against the Astros and the implications of their actions for the integrity of baseball.
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