A. Bartlett Giamatti
A. Bartlett Giamatti (1938-1989) was an American academic and baseball executive who served as the seventh commissioner of Major League Baseball. He is best known for his role in the lifetime ban of Pete Rose in 1989 due to betting on baseball games while managing the Cincinnati Reds. Giamatti's tenure was marked by his efforts to uphold the integrity of the game, and he was a passionate advocate for both baseball and education. His sudden death shortly after becoming commissioner left a lasting impact on the sport.
Born on Jun 21, 1938 (87 years old)
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A. Bartlett Giamatti signed the ban against Pete Rose.
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A. Bartlett Giamatti previously penalized Pete Rose, which was referenced in the current decision.
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