Baseball and WWE Hall of Famer Pete Rose Passes Away

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Pete Rose, the all-time leader in baseball hits, has passed away at the age of 83. His death marks the end of an era for the sport.

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Stephanie Wheatley, a spokesperson for Clark County, Nevada, confirmed Rose’s passing. The cause of death is still under investigation.

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Just days before his death, Rose attended an autograph show in Nashville alongside former teammates Tony Perez, George Foster, and Dave Concepcion.

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Known as “Charlie Hustle,” Rose was a legendary player recognized for his relentless playing style and impressive statistics.

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Despite being MLB’s hits leader, Rose is not in the Hall of Fame due to a gambling scandal that led to his ban from baseball.

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In 2004, Rose was inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame, making a unique mark in the world of professional wrestling as well.

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Rose made a splash at WrestleMania XIV, where his playful insults toward the Boston crowd led to a memorable encounter with WWE star Kane.

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In the wake of his passing, former players and fans are advocating for Rose's induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame.

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Pete Rose leaves behind a complicated legacy of both incredible achievements and controversial decisions, forever remembered in the worlds of baseball and wrestling.

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