Pete Rose Phillies Baseball Card 1983 Topps No. 100 - Near Mint Condition, See Photos ... Includes FREE SHIPPING. Note the projected collectibles, vintage, antiques, and memorabilia, U.S. market shows substantial growth on-average 6.5% Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) to reach $280 Billion revenue by 2033. Pete Rose, famously known as "Charlie Hustle," brought his relentless playing style and winning mentality to the Philadelphia Phillies for five seasons, from 1979 to 1983. After a stellar career with the Cincinnati Reds, Rose signed a lucrative free-agent contract with the Phillies, and his arrival immediately elevated the team. As a first baseman and leadoff hitter, he was a pivotal figure in the Phillies pursuit of their first-ever World Series championship, which they achieved in 1980. Roses leadership, aggressive baserunning, and consistent hitting – including a .291 batting average during his time in Philadelphia – were instrumental in their success, and he quickly became a fan favorite, embodying the citys blue-collar spirit.