
272: By The Numbers
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The Tragic Tale of the Cleveland Spiders and a Musical Quiz
Explore the unfortunate history of the Cleveland Spiders, the worst MLB team in 1899, as they were stripped of their best players and recorded an abysmal 20-134 season. Delve into the quirky world of baseball team renamings and mergers, leading to the rise of the St. Louis Perfectos and the downfall of the Cleveland Spiders. Plus, enjoy a lighthearted lightning round quiz on songs with numbers in their titles, showcasing the speakers' knowledge of music from hits like "99 Red Balloons" and more.
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