THE CASE AGAINST PETE ROSE
Jill Lieber
July 03, 1989
One day after the Cincinnati manager got a boost from a victory in court, baseball issued a scathing report that concludes he bet on the Reds. One key figure has given SI his account of how he booked some of Rose's action
Q. And in 1984 did Mr. Gioiosa place bets for Mr. Rose?
A. Yes, he did.
Q. And in 1985 did he place bets for Mr. Rose?
A. Yes, he did.
Q. And in 1985 what sports activities did he place bets on?
A. He bet college basketball, professional football and major league baseball.
Q. And that continued into 1986?
A. Yes....
Q. And when [ Pete Rose] bet baseball, did he bet on the Cincinnati Reds?
A. Yes, he did.