The episode covers the 1905 World Series, including a recap of the 1904 season, individual and team accomplishments, and the state of the world during that time. It also introduces the two teams that would eventually meet in the World Series: the New York Giants and the Philadelphia Athletics.

Takeaways

• 1904 World Series was not held due to a National League owner's refusal to play against the American League.
• Individual and team accomplishments in the 1904 season were notable, with standout performances from players like Rube Waddell and Nap Lajouet.
• The state of the world during the time of the 1905 World Series, including the Russo-Japanese War and global events, provides context for the sports world at the time.