Pete Rose to be honored on field at All-Star Game

Pete Rose will officially be a part of the All-Star festivities in Cincinnati.

Rose, who received a lifetime ban from baseball for betting on games in 1989, will join Johnny Bench, Joe Morgan, and Barry Larkin on the field at Great American Ball Park for a Franchise Four promotion.

"It's very exciting for me to be able to be a small part of a big deal," Rose said. "The All-Star Game is a big deal for cities who get it. And this is no exception. And this is a big deal for me because it's my hometown. I hope it's a big deal for all the other guys that are coming here to watch the game or to be a part of the game, but it's a big deal for the city. This is the last time that I'll get to see an All-Star Game in Cincinnati. It's probably the last time a lot of people will get to see an All-Star Game in Cincinnati."

The last time Rose graced the field in Cincinnati was for Morgan's honorary weekend and statue dedication in September 2013.

Rose is also looking forward to meeting with new commissioner Rob Manfred shortly after the All-Star break about his possible reinstatement.

"I'm just looking forward to the upcoming meeting with the new commissioner," the all-time hits leader said. "I'm elated he's willing to reconsider my status."