The Reds lose to the Royals‚ 7 – 4‚ as Pete Rose Jr.‚ son of the all-time hit leader‚ makes his major league debut. After striking out in his first time up‚ Rose singles in his next at bat and finishes with 1 hit in 3 trips to the plate. The debut prompts walk-up sales of 15‚000.

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On September 1, 1997 — The Reds lose to the Royals‚ 7 – 4‚ as Pete Rose Jr.‚ son of the all-time hit leader‚ makes his major league debut. After striking out in his first time up‚ Rose singles in his next at bat and finishes with 1 hit in 3 trips to the plate. The debut prompts walk-up sales of 15‚000.

 

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