Description: Pete Rose, nicknamed “Charlie Hustle,” is one of the most iconic and controversial figures in baseball history. He had an extraordinary playing career and is MLB’s all-time hits leader. Here’s an overview of his career: Playing Career •MLB Debut: April 8, 1963, for the Cincinnati Reds. •Teams: •Cincinnati Reds (1963–1978, 1984–1986) •Philadelphia Phillies (1979–1983) •Montreal Expos (1984) Key Career Achievements: •Hits: 4,256 (All-time MLB leader) •Batting Average: .303 •Runs: 2,165 •Home Runs: 160 •RBI: 1,314 •Games Played: 3,562 (All-time MLB leader) •At-bats: 14,053 (All-time MLB leader) •Doubles: 746 (Second in MLB history) Accolades: •17-time All-Star (1965, 1967–1971, 1973–1982, 1985) •3-time World Series champion (1975, 1976 with the Reds, 1980 with the Phillies) •National League MVP (Most Valuable Player): 1973 •World Series MVP: 1975 •Rookie of the Year: 1963 •2-time Gold Glove Award winner (1969, 1970) •Silver Slugger Award: 1981 •NL Batting Title: 1968, 1969, 1973 Notable Contributions: •Big Red Machine: Rose was a key member of the Cincinnati Reds’ “Big Red Machine” dynasty in the 1970s, which won consecutive World Series titles in 1975 and 1976. •Playing Style: Rose was known for his relentless hustle and competitive spirit. His aggressive playing style earned him the nickname “Charlie Hustle.” Managerial Career: •After his playing career, Rose managed the Cincinnati Reds from 1984 to 1989, accumulating a 426-388 record. Controversy and Lifetime Ban: •In 1989, Rose was banned from baseball for life due to accusations of betting on baseball games, including games involving the team he managed (the Reds). This ban has kept him out of the Hall of Fame despite his record-setting playing career. Despite the controversy, Pete Rose’s accomplishments on the field remain among the greatest in baseball history. His passion, grit, and record-breaking numbers have solidified his legacy in the sport, even as debate continues over his lifetime ban.
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
League: Major Leagues
Player: Pete Rose
Autographed: No
Set: 1985 Donruss
Product: Single
Player/Athlete: Pete Rose
Sport: Baseball
Type: Sports Trading Card
Parallel/Variety: N/A
Era: Modern (1981-Now)
Card Name: 1985 Donruss Baseball
Original/Reprint: Original
Manufacturer: Donruss
Team: Montreal Expos
Features: Base Set
Card Number: 254
Season: 1985
Card Manufacturer: Donruss
