Pete Rose | April 14, 1941 – September 30, 2024 (Age 83 Years)
➱ Obituary
Pete Rose was one of Major League Baseball’s most accomplished and controversial figures, known for his incredible talent on the field and the career-defining controversy off of it. Rose passed away on September 30, 2024, at the age of 83, due to natural causes at his home in Las Vegas.
Born Peter Edward Rose on April 14, 1941, in Cincinnati, Ohio, Rose became one of the most iconic figures in baseball history. Known as "Charlie Hustle" for his relentless determination and aggressive style of play, Rose's career spanned over two decades. His achievements included 4,256 hits, making him the all-time Major League leader, a record that still stands. Rose's career highlights include winning three World Series titles, an MVP award, and being named to 17 All-Star Games. However, his legacy is also marked by the lifetime ban he received from baseball in 1989 for betting on games while managing the Cincinnati Reds.
➱ Rose on Baseball
Rose once said, “I’d walk through hell in a gasoline suit to play baseball.” His passion for the game was evident in every inning he played. Known for his grit, hustle, and willingness to sacrifice his body for the team, Rose embodied the competitive spirit of America’s pastime. Reflecting on his career, he once remarked, “I always tried to play the game the way it was meant to be played—with everything I had.”
➱ Co-Stars and Colleagues Remember
- Johnny Bench, Rose's longtime teammate on the Cincinnati Reds, said, “Pete was the hardest worker I ever played with. His intensity, his love for the game—it was contagious. We won because of him.”
- Joe Morgan, another Reds legend, remarked, “There was nobody like Pete. He played every game like it was his last. He gave baseball everything, and the game loved him for it.”
➱ A Legacy Beyond the Field
Despite his ban from baseball, Rose remained an influential figure, advocating for the game and its players. He spent years petitioning for reinstatement to be eligible for the Baseball Hall of Fame, but the ban remained. However, Rose's impact on the sport and his place in baseball lore is undeniable. His work in broadcasting and public appearances kept him in the public eye, as he continued to share his love for the game with fans worldwide.
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- An avid horse racing enthusiast, Rose frequently attended the Kentucky Derby and was known to bet on races as a hobby. Despite his baseball controversies, he remained a popular figure in sports memorabilia and autograph shows, often engaging warmly with fans.
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Shame they banned him from hall of fame.