Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_2208838_4 (played VARCHAR, season VARCHAR)
### Question:
How many games were played in the 1989 season?
### Answer:
SELECT played FROM table_2208838_4 WHERE season = "1989"