In a historic move for Major League Baseball (MLB), two of the sport's most controversial figures, Pete Rose and 'Shoeless' Joe Jackson, have been removed from the league's permanently ineligible list. This decision, announced by MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred, opens the door for both players to be considered for induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame, a recognition long denied due to their past actions.The reinstatement of Pete Rose, baseball's all-time hits leader with 4,256 hits over his 24-year career, marks a significant shift in MLB policy. Rose was banned in 1989 for betting on games, including those involving his own team, the Cincinnati Reds, while he was a player and manager. Despite his unparalleled on-field achievements, including three World Series titles and 17 All-Star appearances, his gambling scandal has kept him out of Cooperstown. The decision to reinstate Rose comes after years of debate and appeals, with many fans and analysts arguing that his contributions to the game outweigh his transgressions.Similarly, 'Shoeless' Joe Jackson, a star outfielder from the early 20th century, has been a figure of contention for over a century. Jackson was banned in 1921 for his alleged involvement in the 1919 Black Sox Scandal, where eight Chicago White Sox players were accused of throwing the World Series in exchange for money from gamblers. Despite a career batting average of .356—one of the highest in MLB history—and a lack of definitive evidence of his active participation in the fix, Jackson remained ineligible for the Hall of Fame. His reinstatement now allows a reevaluation of his legacy, focusing on his extraordinary talent rather than the scandal that defined much of his posthumous reputation.Commissioner Manfred stated that the decision was made after careful consideration of historical context and evolving perspectives on player conduct. While specific details on the criteria for reinstatement were not disclosed, this move signals a potential softening of MLB's stance on past bans. Both players are now eligible for consideration by the Hall of Fame's voting bodies, though their induction is not guaranteed. This development has sparked renewed discussions among fans about fairness, redemption, and the integrity of baseball's highest honors.