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Podcast: Sports Explains the World
Episode: The Fixer: After the Astros | Part II
Description: Disgraced former Houston Astros general manager Jeff Luhnow takes the reigns of a cherished, but downtrodden, professional soccer team in suburban Madrid. But can the man who built a championship baseball team by mining in the depths of Central and South American talent do the same by recruiting young African soccer players? And will Luhnow's controversial leadership style be accepted in a town steeped in tradition? Reporter Josh Lewin has the second act of Luhnow's surprising second act.Wondery Plus subscribers can listen to Sports Explains the World early and ad-free right now. Join Wo...