MLB World Reacts to Pete Rose's Viral Response


Pete Rose will be part of the Philadelphia Phillies' World Series rematch on Sunday.

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Rose, a member of the Philadelphia Phillies' 1980 World Series championship team

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has faced backlash for his participation in the celebration.

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"We consulted with Pete's teammates about his inclusion in the 1980 reunion," the Phillies said in a statement.

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"Everyone wants Pete to be a part of the festivities because there would be no trophy without him in 1980.

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Furthermore, the club received permission from the Commissioner's Office to include Pete on the championship team."

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Rose had a Phillies ceremony cancelled in 2017 after a woman came forward and claimed she had a sexual relationship with him when she was 14 or 15 years old.

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