Pete Rose Retirement Age
Pete Rose retired from Major League Baseball at age 45. He played his final game on August 17, 1986, for the Cincinnati Reds.
How Long Did Pete Rose Play
Rose played 24 seasons between 1963 and 1986, all with the Reds except his final year. He accumulated 4,256 hits, the most in MLB history.
Why Pete Rose Retired at 45
He retired after being released by the Montreal Expos and failing to secure a return to Cincinnati. His age and declining performance reduced his options. He later admitted to betting on baseball, which led to his permanent ban from the Hall of Fame.
