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MLB Ends Lifetime Bans After Death, Restoring Hall Eligibility for Pete Rose and Others

Commissioner Rob Manfred’s policy change allows Pete Rose, Shoeless Joe Jackson, and 15 others to be considered for Hall of Fame induction, but posthumous eligibility faces procedural and moral hurdles.

Portrait of Cincinnati Reds baseball star Pete Rose.
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In this June 24, 2016, file photo, former Cincinnati Red Pete Rose waves to the crowd as he is introduced on the field during a ceremony to honor the 1976 World Series champions team, before the Reds' baseball game against the San Diego Padres in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/John Minchillo, File)

Overview

  • MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred ruled that lifetime bans for gambling violations end upon a player’s death, removing Pete Rose, Shoeless Joe Jackson, and 15 others from the permanently ineligible list.
  • Pete Rose is set to appear on the Hall of Fame ballot in December 2027, but eligibility does not guarantee induction, as shown by previous cases like Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens.
  • The decision has sparked mixed reactions, with critics like Marty Brennaman questioning the timing and calling the posthumous reinstatement unfair to Rose and his family.
  • Rose’s lawyer and family have expressed determination to pursue his Hall of Fame induction despite the complex voting process and character-based considerations.
  • MLB’s evolving relationship with sports betting contrasts with its historical stance on gambling, raising questions about integrity and the league’s shifting priorities.