Well, anyone who thinks that the extremely unsavory guys that Pete Rose was probably in bed with when he was managing and gambling never asked him to make the Reds lose on purpose (something he could very much control) should think again. And I do wonder how many of us that think Rose should be in the Hall because of his playing career alone would change our minds if we knew he threw games on purpose to make a few bucks. Still, I would love to give Pete the benefit of the doubt and let him in.
Joe Jackson admitted his involvement. Granted he played well nonetheless. Still, I'm not sure any of us can view Joe Jackson thru the proper lens. None of us have any attachment to the treachery he was a part of. How did white sox fans view those guys after the truth came out? Would they be rushing JJ into the Hall after throwing their WS? Betraying an entire fan base... I love my CJ Jackson, and he was a great hitter, but I feel like he messed up, and oh well. ..
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