Why is Pete Rose not in the Hall of Fame? All you need to know about the MLB preventing him from entering Cooperstown

Legendary MLB star Pete Rose had an astonishing career for 24 years. His achievements have stood the test of time, as some are yet to be broken. After winning three World Series titles and appearing in 17 All-Star games, Rose was ahead of his time.

Rose still holds the record for the most number of MLB hits. In 14053 appearances at the plate, he has an unbeaten 4,256 hits. However, Rose was not inducted into the Hall of Fame, and sadly, he died before that could happen.

The primary reason why Pete Rose was not inducted into the Hall of Fame was his involvement in gambling and he was suspended by the league in 1989. The MLB had given him a lifetime ban on the sport, forcing him to withdraw his managerial position with the Cincinnati Reds.

The former slugger was waiting for the opportunity to get into the Hall of Fame. However, the league was not ready to grant him that wish due to his betting scandal and his lifetime ban on baseball. Rose was accused of betting on his own team (Reds) while managing them.

In his last interview in September, Rose shared his thoughts on the same.

"To do something like I did that's bet on a baseball game and now your punished for the rest of your life. I don't think it makes a lot of sense to a lot of people. When other guys will kill somebody or be out on drugs or beat their wives stuff like that, a couple of years and they're back in the game," Rose said.

"If I do anything surrounded in the world of baseball, I have to get baseball's permission. They don't even want me near the game of baseball. I don't see much sense in putting me on the ballot after I die. I know most of the people who rooted for me in my whole career would love to see me in the Hall of Fame as a living player," Rose continued.

Pete Rose applied for reinstatement several times

It was Pete Rose's dream to be inducted into the Hall of Fame before his death. Rose applied for reinstatement last in 2022 to MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred. Before that, he had applied several times.

The league did not consider his wish despite his effort to ask for forgiveness. Rose was certainly upset about his requests being turned down multiple times.

"Besides spending time with my kids and my partner, there's nothing that made me happier than playing in front of fans. That I let them down and brought shame to the sport we all love is something I think about every day," Rose said.

It's a sad day for MLB fans, Rose's family and loved ones. "Charlie Hustle" will not be forgotten, regardless of not being inducted into the Hall of Fame.