Pete Rose, Major League Baseball's hit king who was later banned from baseball, died Monday, the Cincinnati Reds announced.
He was 83.
Specifics surrounding Rose's death are not yet known, though his death was confirmed by the Clark County, Nevada, medical examiner to ABC News.
— Philadelphia Phillies (@Phillies) October 1, 2024
The Reds are heartbroken to learn of the passing of baseball legend Pete Rose. pic.twitter.com/zOlU9NreWR
— Cincinnati Reds (@Reds) September 30, 2024
Major League Baseball extends its deepest condolences to Pete Rose's family, his friends across the game, and the fans of his hometown of Cincinnati, Philadelphia, Montreal and beyond who admired his greatness, grit and determination on the field of play.