Pete Rose signs “I WISH I HAD AN INTERPRETER” on baseball trolling LA Dodgers star
Pete Rose, a legendary figure in baseball known for his playing career and later controversies, was often known for his colorful antics on and off the field. In this case, it seems he might have been engaging in some playful banter or perhaps even a bit of trolling during a game against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
By signing “I WISH I HAD AN INTERPRETER,” Rose was likely making a tongue-in-cheek comment, suggesting that he needed help understanding the Dodgers’ strategies or signals. It could also be interpreted as a humorous jab at the Dodgers’ players or management, implying that their actions or communications were difficult to decipher.
Rose was known for his wit and sense of humor, so it’s not surprising that he would use such a tactic to lighten the mood or get under the skin of his opponents. However, without more context, it’s difficult to say exactly what prompted this gesture or how it was received by the Dodgers or the fans.
Pete Rose, baseball’s all-time hits leader, frequently participates in autograph signing events. Known for his witty inscriptions like “Hit King,” “4256 Hits 0 Steroids,” and “HOF” (referencing his Hall of Fame exclusion), he makes appearances in Nevada, Ohio, and various locations across the country.
In the latest autograph signing event, which took place at the Minnesota Card Show, from April 18 to 21, the MLB veteran took jabs at Los Angeles Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani.
Long story short, Ohtani’s interpreter, Ippei Mizuhara, was implicated in a scandal earlier this season. It turned out Mizuhara had been stealing money from Ohtani to cover his own gambling debts. There was initial confusion because Ohtani relied on Mizuhara for translation. However, investigations cleared Ohtani of any wrongdoing – he apparently had no knowledge of the stolen funds.
This is where Pete Rose enters. Rose, famously banned from baseball in 1989 for gambling on the sport, took the opportunity to seemingly poke fun at Ohtani’s situation. While signing autographs, Rose wrote inscriptions on baseballs that many considered trolling.
