Almost all of the indirect evidence during an investigation that was later called the Dowd Report was provided from former friends and associates of Pete Rose. ... When asked about the Dowd Report, Rose said, "It was a hatchet job, a piece of crap." ... Despite what the Dowd Report states, and the disinterest that Bud Selig has shown over the years, fans still believe Pete Rose and ultimately believe that, as a player, Rose should be inducted into the Hall of Fame. ... It states in the Hall of Fame Rule Book that, Voting shall be based upon the player's record, playing ability, sportsm...

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