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River Rat - A Sobering Glimpse
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River Rat - A Sobering Glimpse

"When you play for the name on the front of the jersey, the name on the back doesn’t matter." - Pete Rose

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Jul 19, 2024
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The details of Rose's betting activities during the 1987 season, painstakingly documented, provide a sobering glimpse into the intersection of athletic prowess and personal vice.

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