In 1919, something happened in baseball that fans had never seen before-and hoped they'd never see again. A team full of stars, a stadium packed with cheering crowds, and a championship on the line. But behind the scenes, a secret deal was being made. Some of the best players in the game were planning to lose the World Series... on purpose.

This gripping nonfiction book takes young readers into the heart of one of the biggest scandals in sports history. Packed with real-life drama, surprising facts, and unforgettable characters, it reveals how money, pressure, and silence nearly brought down America's favorite game. From strange plays on the field to secret meetings off of it, every chapter uncovers a new layer of the mystery-and shows why this story still matters more than a hundred years later.

With a kid-friendly tone and a strong focus on honesty, fairness, and consequences, this book doesn't just tell what happened-it helps readers think about why it happened and what it means. Perfect for curious readers who love baseball, history, or true stories where the stakes are high and the lessons are lasting. The past might be over, but this story still has something to say.