(Scypre.com) – On Tuesday, Nevada officials revealed the cause of death for Major League Baseball legend Pete Rose. According to the Clark County Coroner’s Office, Rose passed away due to Hypertensive and Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease, with Diabetes Mellitus cited as a significant contributing condition. His death was classified as natural. Rose was 83 years old and died on Monday night.
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Pete Rose, a Cincinnati native, began his career with the Cincinnati Reds in 1963. During his 24-season career, 19 of which he spent with the Reds, Rose not only played but also served as acting manager for three seasons. Throughout his career, Rose became a record-breaking player, securing three World Series titles and earning a reputation as one of the most relentless players in baseball history. His drive on the field earned him the nickname “Charlie Hustle.”
Rose’s career was decorated with numerous accolades. He was named league MVP in 1973, became a 17-time All-Star, and won three batting titles. Additionally, he was named Rookie of the Year and World Series MVP. Rose also spent time playing for the Philadelphia Phillies and the Montreal Expos.
However, Rose’s career was not without controversy. He agreed to be placed on baseball’s ineligible list while serving as the Reds’ manager, due to allegations that he had bet on baseball games. Although Rose applied for reinstatement, his request was never accepted.
In 1991, baseball officials voted to permanently bar those on the ineligible list from being considered for the Hall of Fame. Rose didn’t publicly admit to betting on games until the release of his 2004 autobiography.
Despite the controversy surrounding his later years, Rose’s contributions to baseball were recognized and cherished by many. In response to his passing, Reds team owner Bob Castellini expressed his condolences, stating, “Our hearts are deeply saddened by the news of Pete’s passing. He was one of the fiercest competitors the game has ever seen, and every team he played for was better because of him. Pete was a Red through and through. No one loved the game more than Pete and no one loved Pete more than Reds Country.”