Statement from Bob Castellini, Principal Owner and Managing Partner of the Cincinnati Reds:

“On behalf of the Reds and our generations of loyal fans, we are thankful for the decision of Commissioner Manfred and Major League Baseball regarding the removal of Pete Rose from the permanently ineligible list.

“Pete is one of the greatest players in baseball history, and Reds Country will continue to celebrate him as we always have.

“We are especially happy for the Rose family to receive this news and what this decision could mean for them and all of Pete’s fans.”