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Part 3: Pete Rose on Winning Rookie of the Year
Part 1: Pete Rose on Signing with Cincinnati Reds After High School
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Pete Rose spoke about his swift transition from high school baseball to Major League Baseball (MLB) in 1963. With only two years and two months in the minor leagues, Rose quickly impressed during his early time in Tampa, hitting .330 and securing Player of the Year. He continued his successful run in Macon, Georgia, which led to his non-roster invite to the MLB spring training in 1963. Upon replacing an injured player, Rose famously secured his spot in the team, playing for 24 years. With only 10 games missed in the 70s due to injury, Rose's consistency was noted. His iconic nickname, "Charlie Hustle," was earned during a match against the Yankees in spring training of 1963 after his swift base runs helped secure a win, leading to a reporter's catchy headline.
