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Part 1: Pete Rose on Signing with Cincinnati Reds After High School
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Pete Rose talked about his decision to sign with the Phillies as a free agent, citing good friendships with Mike Schmidt, Greg Luzinski, and Larry Bowa. He believes his decision contributed to the team's World Series victory in 1980. He became the highest-paid athlete in team sports at the time, signing a four-year, $3.2 million contract with the Phillies. Rose also reminisced about the unforgettable 1980 Phillies' World Series Parade that followed their first major baseball victory in 86 years, mentioning it as one of his career highlights. The clip concluded with Rose discussing the reason for leaving the Phillies, citing his benching and the rise of young upcoming players. He subsequently played with the Montreal Expos, a time he recalls with mixed feelings.
