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In this history episode, Nick and Chris dive into the 1919 Chicago White Sox. The team was found to have been paid by organized crime groups to lose the World Series on purpose. The players who were thought to have been involved were eventually banned for life with the legendary shoeless Joe Jackson perhaps falsely accused.
With the rise of gambling in 21st century America, players betting on their own sport and being capable of throwing games feels more relevant than ever.
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