Ex-All Star wishes he was on HOF committee to keep Pete Rose out
ClutchPointsWednesday, May 14, 2025 at 8:19:48 PM
A former All-Star player expressed opposition to Pete Rose's potential Hall of Fame eligibility after Rose and "Shoeless" Joe Jackson were reinstated from MLB's permanently ineligible list, stating he wished he could influence the committee to keep Rose out.
What This Means: The debate over Pete Rose's Hall of Fame candidacy reflects broader tensions in sports about how to handle players with controversial legacies, particularly those involved in gambling or other integrity violations. This news highlights ongoing divisions within the baseball community regarding forgiveness and legacy.
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