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What was the name of the scandal involving a conspiracy to fix the 1919 World Series?
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The Black Sox Scandal was a conspiracy to fix the 1919 World Series between the Chicago White Sox and the Cincinnati Reds. Eight White Sox players were accused of intentionally losing games in exchange for money from gamblers. The scandal tarnished the reputation of professional baseball but ultimately led to reforms in the sport.
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