All articles tagged with #pete rose
Donald Trump advocates for Roger Clemens' induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame, emphasizing his achievements and denying allegations of drug use, while criticizing the handling of Pete Rose's Hall of Fame status. Despite Clemens' impressive career stats and support, his Hall of Fame eligibility has been hindered by steroid allegations and legal issues.
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred revealed that he considered Donald Trump's support when deciding to interpret MLB's ban on Pete Rose as ending with death, allowing Rose to be considered for the Hall of Fame. The article also discusses upcoming technological changes in umpiring, potential Olympic participation, salary cap discussions, broadcasting negotiations, and other league updates.
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred acknowledged that President Donald Trump's support influenced the decision to reinstate Pete Rose, who was previously banned for betting on baseball. Trump publicly advocated for Rose's pardon, and Manfred stated that the president's opinion was one of several factors considered in the decision, which was met with mixed reactions.
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred defends the decision to reinstate Pete Rose from the league’s ineligible list, citing reasons such as the list being a ban on working in baseball, Rose's historical significance, and the league's original settlement agreement that allowed Hall of Fame consideration. The decision has sparked debate, with Rose's Hall of Fame eligibility next considered in 2027.
Gambling scandals have plagued North American sports for decades, from the infamous Black Sox scandal in 1919 to recent cases involving athletes like Shane Pinto in the NHL and Calvin Ridley in the NFL. College sports have also seen their share of point-shaving scandals, with teams like Boston College and Northwestern facing repercussions. The NBA's major blemish came with the Tim Donaghy scandal, while MLB has grappled with controversies involving Pete Rose and the Black Sox.
Shohei Ohtani addressed the gambling scandal involving his ex-translator, denying any involvement in sports betting and accusing the translator of stealing money from him. Pete Rose, known for his own gambling controversy, made a comment speculating on Ohtani's involvement. Ohtani, who recently signed a lucrative contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, is focused on the upcoming season despite the ongoing investigations.
Bud Harrelson, the former New York Mets shortstop known for his scrappiness and defensive prowess, has passed away at the age of 79 after a battle with Alzheimer's. Throughout his career, Harrelson was a key figure in the Mets' 1969 Miracle Mets championship and the 1986 World Series victory. He also famously fought Pete Rose on the field during a playoff game. Despite his health struggles, he remained involved with baseball, co-owning the Long Island Ducks. Harrelson's impact on the sport and his battle with Alzheimer's have left a lasting legacy.
Aaron Judge fulfilled his pregame promise to Pete Rose by going 4-for-4 with a walk and three RBIs in the Yankees' 7-4 win over the Reds. Rose, who is ineligible for the Hall of Fame due to betting on baseball, was in attendance and greeted by Judge before the game. Judge is on track to break Ralph Kiner's record as the fastest player to reach 300 home runs.
Aaron Judge's 4-for-4 day, including a go-ahead RBI single in the 10th inning, helped the New York Yankees secure a 7-4 win against the Cincinnati Reds. The MLB hit king, Pete Rose, was in attendance to witness Judge's impressive performance. The Yankees have won 10 of their past 13 games, but Judge believes the team still has work to do.