Trump deciding to grant clemency to Pete Rose, potentially coinciding with Major League Baseball's consideration for his reinstatement.
By: Grant Mitchell **- 03/03/2025 10:28
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Key Points
- Legendary baseball figure Pete Rose was banned back in 1989 for his gambling adventures in MLB games.
- Despite his annual reapplication, Major League Baseball (MLB) has denied Rose reinstatement repeatedly.
- A recent twist in the saga involves Rose's former attorney, Jeffrey Lenkov, along with his daughter and MLB officials contemplating the possibility of Rose being restored.
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- Apparently, Commissioner Rob Manfred is currently considering a petition submitted in January 2025 by Pete Rose's ex-lawyer, Jeffrey Lenkov. The petition seeks to remove Rose from MLB's blacklist of permanently ineligible athletes.[1]
- Hall of Fame considerations are on the horizon if and when reinstatement becomes a reality. That's because the Classic Baseball Era Committee (who are in charge of candidates from 1972 to 1988) will then have the option to acknowledge Rose.[2]
- Former U.S. President Donald Trump announced his intention to grant a posthumous pardon to the Cincinnati Reds legend in February 2025, but no final decision has been made just yet.[1] Manfred expressed discussions with Trump but reiterated that the ultimate call rests with the powers of MLB.
As of now, there's no affirmation in the media about direct family meetings with MLB officials, but things seem to be heating up! Manfred promises to rule on the reinstatement request, though no date has been set for the decision.[1][2]
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Reference(s):[1] MLB Commissioner Considering Pete Rose's Reinstatement Petition. (n.d.). Retrieved March 3, 2025, from https://www.si.com/mlb/2025/03/03/pete-rose-reinstatement-petition-rob-manfred[2] Classic Baseball Era Committee. (n.d.). Retrieved March 3, 2025, from https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Classic_Baseball_Era_Committee
- "In the world of sports betting, legendary baseball figure Pete Rose's bid for reinstatement from Major League Baseball (MLB) continues, with a recent petition submitted by his former attorney, Jeffrey Lenkov, currently under consideration by Commissioner Rob Manfred."
- "If successful, Rose's reinstatement could open doors for Hall of Fame considerations, as the Classic Baseball Era Committee would have the option to acknowledge him."
- "Online casino enthusiasts and sports betters might be interested to know that even Former U.S. President Donald Trump has expressed his intention to grant a posthumous pardon to the Cincinnati Reds legend, but a final decision has not yet been made."
- "Meanwhile, in the realm of sports betting, the stakes are high, with big jackpots in online casino games like blackjack or sports betting on sports such as baseball and many more."
- "Just like Pete Rose, backed by his former attorney's petition, entities in the online casino industry need to hold valid licenses to operate legally."
- "Progressive jackpots in online casinos can reach millions, just like the potential jackpot for Pete Rose if he successfully secures his reinstatement and eventually a spot in the Hall of Fame."
- "Whether it's rooting for an athlete like Pete Rose or placing a bet on sports, remember, always bet responsibly and know when to walk away from the table, just like a wise athlete or a savvy bettor would."
