The decision, though, contains some curious language:
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By contrast, the issue of whether Mr. Rose should be eligible for Hall of Fame election under the bylaws of that organization presents an entirely different policy determination that is focused on a range of considerations distinct from the more narrow question before me -- i.e., whether I believe that Mr. Rose's reinstatement would be consonant with the policy rationale underlying Rule 21. Thus, any debate over Mr. Rose's eligibility for the Hall of Fame is one that must take place in a different forum.
It could be construed as MLB telling that Hall that MLB doesn't care if the Hall gets rid of the rule against inducting permanently ineligible players.
"All of these men were good listeners; patient men."
