Rob Manfred, MLB Commissioner, visited the White House to meet with President Trump, who is noted as a longtime baseball fan. Their discussion reportedly involved baseball-related issues, notably Trump's announcement of a potential posthumous pardon for MLB legend Pete Rose. Manfred's stance on Rose has shifted from firmly denying Hall of Fame considerations to exploring eligibility after Trump's comments. This marks a significant change in Manfred's position considering he previously affirmed the disqualification criteria regarding gambling in baseball.
"President Trump is a longtime fan of baseball. As he has done in the past, Commissioner Manfred was pleased to visit the White House again to discuss issues pertaining to baseball with the President."
"Over the next few weeks I will be signing a complete pardon of Pete Rose, who shouldn't have been gambling on baseball, but only bet on his team winning."
"I believe that when you bet on baseball, from Major League Baseball's perspective, you belong on the permanently ineligible list."
"This most recent development comes as a significant change of opinion from Manfred, who has previously made clear that he had zero intentions of giving Rose Hall of Fame consideration."
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