Black Sox: Shoeless Joe Innocent?
This article examines the research and interviews that played an integral part in Asinof’s creation of “8MO,” as well as factual information to make a case for “Shoeless” Joe’s rightful place in American history. The history books have, for years, erroneously reported the story that “Shoeless” Joe was among eight players who actually threw the 1919 World Series and forever condemned the team to be known as the “Black Sox.” Two Chicago-based attorneys want to correct this dark mark on Chicago’s sports history.
