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The Black Sox Scandal: American Stories

It was the most notorious scandal in pro sports history: eight Chicago White Sox players threw the 1919 World Series for a payout. Learn why these athletes betrayed their teammates and fans, and explore the lingering effects on the game today.
  • The Black Sox Scandal: American Stories: TVSS: Staple

    The Black Sox Scandal: American Stories

    Friday
    Mar 28

    1 Hour

    A look at why eight members of the Chicago White Sox worked together to throw the 1919 World Series and the events that followed.
  • The Black Sox Scandal: American Stories: TVSS: Staple

    The Black Sox Scandal: American Stories

    Saturday
    Mar 29

    1 Hour

    A look at why eight members of the Chicago White Sox worked together to throw the 1919 World Series and the events that followed.
  • The Black Sox Scandal: American Stories: TVSS: Staple

    The Black Sox Scandal: American Stories

    Saturday
    Mar 29

    1 Hour

    A look at why eight members of the Chicago White Sox worked together to throw the 1919 World Series and the events that followed.
  • The Black Sox Scandal: American Stories: TVSS: Staple

    The Black Sox Scandal: American Stories

    Saturday
    Mar 29

    1 Hour

    A look at why eight members of the Chicago White Sox worked together to throw the 1919 World Series and the events that followed.

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