Pete Rose Reinstated by MLB and Eligible for Baseball Hall of Fame

SOURCE www.nbcnews.com
Pete Rose has been reinstated by MLB and is now eligible for the Baseball Hall of Fame. The decision was made after he passed away, and 17 deceased individuals, including 'Shoeless' Joe Jackson, are impacted by this announcement.

Key Points

  • MLB has removed Pete Rose from the permanently ineligible list
  • 17 deceased individuals, including 'Shoeless' Joe Jackson, are impacted by this decision
  • Pete Rose admitted to betting on baseball in 1987 and 1988

Pros

  • Pete Rose is now eligible for the Baseball Hall of Fame
  • Clarity for the administration of Major League Rules

Cons

  • Controversy surrounding Pete Rose's gambling on baseball
  • Questioning the integrity of the game