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    Pete Rose

    Pete Rose

    Awards & Honours

    12

    Awards Won

    4

    Honours

    3

    Rankings

    3

    Covers

    5

    Records

    Pete Rose's achievements are unmatched in terms of volume. He holds the MLB record for career hits (4,256), games played (3,562), at-bats (14,053), singles (3,215), and outs (10,328). His 17 All-Star selections span five different positions, a feat no other player has matched. Winning three World Series rings with two different teams places him in rare company. His 44-game hit streak remains the second-longest in history, showcasing his consistency and durability.The reinstatement in 2025 added a new chapter to his accolades, making him eligible for the Hall of Fame for the first time. This recognition validates his statistical dominance while acknowledging the complexity of his legacy. His impact on the game extends beyond statistics, influencing how modern players approach hustle and versatility.

    Pete Rose receiving an award

    Awards

    Honours & Distinctions

    MLB Reinstatement

    Major League Baseball·2025

    Posthumously reinstated, making him eligible for Hall of Fame induction.

    Guinness World Record

    Guinness World Records·1978

    Recognized for the most career hits in MLB history.

    Key to the City

    City of Cincinnati·1975

    Awarded the key to the city for his contributions to baseball.

    Key to the City

    City of Philadelphia·1980

    Awarded the key to the city following his World Series victory.

    Rankings & Lists

    #40

    MLB 100 Greatest Players

    MLB·2005
    #15

    Top 100 Baseball Players of All Time

    The Sporting News·2005
    #1

    Greatest Hitters

    ESPN·2000

    Magazine Covers

    Sports Illustrated

    1975-10-20

    Big Red Machine Dominance

    Sports Illustrated

    1989-09-01

    The Gambling Scandal

    Time

    1989-08-30

    Sports Ethics Under Fire

    Records & Feats

    Most Career Hits

    Career Milestone·1978

    Holds the MLB record with 4,256 hits.

    Most Games Played

    Career Milestone·1986

    Played 3,562 games in his career.

    Most At-Bats

    Career Milestone·1986

    Recorded 14,053 at-bats over his career.

    Most Singles

    Career Milestone·1986

    Hit 3,215 singles, the most in MLB history.

    Longest Hit Streak (Active Era)

    Chart Record·1978

    Held the record for longest hit streak at 44 games until surpassed.