March 10 in Cincinnati Reds History: Pete Rose plays in his first spring training game (1963)

On March 10, 1963, a little known minor league infielder named Pete Rose plays in his first spring training game. The 21-year-old Rose, who goes 2-for-2 in his debut against the Chicago White Sox , will make the Cincinnati Reds’ Opening Day roster. As the team’s starting second baseman, Rose will wi

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