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The Gamble for Cooperstown: Should Pete Rose Be Eligible for the Hall of Fame?

Voters have mixed opinions on whether all-time hit king should be posthumously forgiven.

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Former Major League Baseball player and manager Pete Rose speaks during a news conference at Pete Rose Bar & Grill December 15, 2015 at Las Vegas, Nevada. Ethan Miller/Getty Images
GEORGE WILLIS
GEORGE WILLIS

Voters for the Baseball Hall of Fame are conflicted over whether they would vote for the late Pete Rose if he is removed from the ineligible list and considered for induction into Cooperstown.

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GEORGE WILLIS
GEORGE WILLIS

Mr. Willis is an accomplished writer whose career reflects an unwavering dedication to journalism. His unique insights and extensive contributions have been featured in various press outlets. A native of Las Cruces, New Mexico, he and his wife Janelle reside at Aventura, Florida.

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