MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred reinstated Pete Rose and 17 other banned players, a decision seen as favoring the gambling industry and influenced by political lobbying. Manfred's justification that individuals no longer alive pose no integrity threat to the game has sparked criticism for its insensitivity to historical context. The article discusses the myth of 'Shoeless' Joe Jackson's innocence in the 1919 World Series fix, arguing that statistics can be misleading, as they fail to represent the intention behind players' actions, highlighting broader issues of integrity in sports history.
The reinstatement of Pete Rose and other banned players is seen as a concession to the gambling industry, showing a troubling relationship between MLB and gambling.
Commissioner Rob Manfred offered a rationale for the reinstatement, claiming players no longer alive cannot threaten the integrity of the game, which lacks historical insight.
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