Overview

• Commissioner Rob Manfred argued the ban exists solely to bar working in baseball, that Rose’s 1989 settlement was voluntary rather than disciplinary, and that his historic record justified Hall of Fame consideration.
• The decision also restored eligibility for Shoeless Joe Jackson and 15 other deceased players after a formal request from the Rose family.
• Pete Rose, who died in September 2024 at age 83, holds MLB’s all-time hits record with 4,256 career hits alongside 17 All-Star selections, three World Series titles and three batting championships.
• Under existing rules affirmed by Commissioner Bart Giamatti, Hall of Fame voters can now include Rose on upcoming ballots for the first time.
• The ruling has reignited discussions over baseball’s gambling policies and how the sport balances legacy with integrity.