Larceny Games

Larceny Games investigates match-fixing, point-shaving, and gambling scandals across professional sports in North America. Through FBI files and interviews, author Brian Tuohy examines cases of game manipulation from the early days of organized sports through modern times. The book presents evidence and documentation of corruption involving players, coaches, referees and crime syndicates in the NFL, NBA, MLB and NHL. Tuohy analyzes the deep connections between organized crime, gambling operations, and professional athletics over multiple decades. The investigation extends beyond individual cases to explore how leagues have handled allegations of fixing and gambling throughout their histories. The research draws heavily from previously unreleased FBI reports and court documents to reconstruct events and patterns. This examination of sports corruption raises fundamental questions about the integrity of professional games and the influence of gambling interests. The book challenges common assumptions about which games can be trusted to be legitimate athletic competitions.

Readers describe this as a well-researched examination of corruption and game-fixing in professional sports, backed by FBI files and historical documentation. Many note it challenges their assumptions about major sports leagues. Likes: - Thorough research and use of primary sources - Clear presentation of evidence - Focus on lesser-known fixing scandals - Detailed look at gambling's influence on sports Dislikes: - Some readers found the writing style dry - Several mention it becomes repetitive - Critics say some conclusions lack definitive proof - A few note an overreliance on circumstantial evidence Ratings: Goodreads: 3.7/5 (83 ratings) Amazon: 4.1/5 (47 reviews) Notable reader comment: "Eye-opening research but the author sometimes stretches to make connections that aren't fully supported by the evidence." - Goodreads reviewer Another reader noted: "The FBI files alone make this worth reading, even if you disagree with the author's interpretations." - Amazon review

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🏈 Brian Tuohy conducted over 400 interviews with bookmakers, federal agents, and sports gambling experts while researching game fixing in professional sports. 🎲 The book reveals that between 1963 and 2007, the FBI investigated over 70 cases of potential game fixing in professional sports, many of which were never made public. 🏀 Tuohy uncovered evidence suggesting the 1982 NBA Eastern Conference Finals between the Boston Celtics and Philadelphia 76ers may have been manipulated by gamblers. 💰 The author details how organized crime syndicates historically targeted college athletes, particularly basketball players, offering them more money to throw games than they could earn in an entire year of professional play. 🔍 The book's research draws heavily from previously classified FBI files obtained through Freedom of Information Act requests, including documents about investigations into the NFL, NBA, and MLB.