This petition is for the purpose of showing Major League Baseball Commissioner that the fans across the World want Pete "Charlie Hustle" Rose to have the opportunity to be voted on for induction into the Hall of Fame. Based on his career as a player and what he did on the field he deserves the opportunity to be voted on by the Veterans Committee. Too often in our society we wait until someone leaves this earth to then posthumuosly give them the honor they deserve. If you believe Pete Rose deserves the opportunity to be voted on by his peers on the MLB Veterans Committee please sign this petition that will be delivered to the Commisioner of MLB prior to this years 2012 World Series. Pete Rose has been punished more than anyone in the history of the game. He had the thing that he loved and defined him "The Game of Baseball" taken away from him. Its been over 20 years, he is now 71 years old. Even hardened criminals get a 2nd chance. In todays game if a player uses a banned substance they get suspended for 50 games. As Pete Rose did something wrong but what about all the good he did while playing. He was all that was good in the game, hard work, desire to win, team player, and on and on. Shouldn't all those things that he did for the game count for something. No matter if you love him or hate him you must respect how he approached the game as a player. Thats why Whitey Ford nicknamed him "Charlie Hustle" If you believe its time for Pete Rose to have the opportunity to be inducted into the HOF for what he did as a player. We need to send the message to the MLB Commissioner. Please join me in spreading this message and getting this signed by baseball fans all over the world. "For Pete's Sake" lets get it done! 2013 will be the 50 year anniversary of Pete Rose getting his first major league hit on April 13, 1963. Its time to give the Hit King a chance at induction for what he did as a player. In case anyone has forgetten what Pete Rose did as a player the highlights are listed for a reminder. These are only stats he meant so much more to those of us who grew up watching him. Pete Rose - All-Time Hit King MAJOR LEAGUE RECORDS Most Career Hits 4,256 Most Games Played 3,562 Most AB’s 14,053 Most Singles 3,315 Most Total Bases Switch Hitter 5,752 Most Season 200 or more hits 10 Most Season 600 or more AB’s 17 Most Season 150 or more games played 17 Most Winning Games 1,972 5 hits or more in Games 10XS Only major league Player in History to Play 500 Games at 5 Positions 1B(969) 2B(634) 3B(634) LF(671) RF(595) Most 20 Games or more hitting streak 7XS Most Total Times on base 5,929 NATIONAL LEAGUE RECORDS Most Doubles 746 Longest Consecutive Game Hitting Steak (44 Games) 1978 1963 ROY 1973 NL MVP 1975 WS MVP 17X All star at 5 positions 1B,2B,3B,LF, &RF 3 X NL Batting Champ 1968-1969-1973 All Century Team 1900-2000 4 Hits or More in Games 73 Times Gold Glove 1969-1970 Most Extra Base Hits by Switch Hitter 1,041 Based on the facts oulined and listed above we the fans of Major League Baseball and Pete Rose respectful request that you as the Commissioner of MLB create a way that you see fit to open the path to Pete Rose being listed as eligble for election into the Hall of Fame in 2013. The game is about the fans and we the fans would like to see Pete Rose have this opportunity. This petition will be delivered to MLB Commissioner Office on Octocer 1, 2012. "For Pete's Sake" lets do the right thing

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