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What Happened to Pete Rose? His Controversy Explained

The late baseball star Pete Rose was never inducted into the Hall of Fame. Learn more about the MLB player’s history.

Image Credit: Variety via Getty ImagesThe baseball world is mourning the loss of Pete Rose, who passed away at the age of 83. Pete Rose had an impressive career, amassing 160 home runs, according to ESPN, while playing for the Reds and the Philadelphia Phillies. However, his legacy was marred by a lifetime ban from Major League Baseball due to his involvement in gambling, including betting on his own team during his time with the Reds.

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