The Pete Rose situation explained: What a Trump pardon, commissioner discussions may mean
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MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred is evaluating a request from Pete Rose for removal from the permanently ineligible list, potentially paving the way for his Hall of Fame induction. Rose's daughter and former lawyer submitted the petition earlier this month, while President Trump has expressed support for a pardon. However, despite Trump's involvement, any such pardon would not influence MLB's disciplinary actions, which have kept Rose from eligibility since 1989 due to gambling on baseball games. This decision highlights ongoing debates about Rose's legacy and the consequences of his actions.
Major League Baseball's commissioner is considering Pete Rose's request to be removed from the permanently ineligible list, which could open the door for Hall of Fame selection.
Pete Rose's past has been marred by a lifetime ban due to gambling on baseball, raising questions about the implications of a presidential pardon for his reinstatement.
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