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The 1908 New York Highlanders season finished with the team in 8th place in the American League with a record of 51-103. Their home games were played at Hilltop Park.The Highlanders finished in last place 17 games out of seventh. It was the second-worst season in club history. Starting first baseman Hal Chase left the team in September under allegations that he was throwing games. After Clark Griffith’s departure the Highlanders lost 70 of their last 98 games under new manager Kid Elberfeld.
