Contact: Phil Sklar – 414-519-2625 – phil.sklar@bobbleheadhall.com
Limited Editionbobblehead commemoratingthe induction of Pete Rose’s bobblehead as the first into the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museumare now availablefor sale.
Milwaukee, WI – November 15, 2017 – Today, the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museummade the remaining Pete Rose National Bobblehead Hall of Fame Induction Bobbleheads available for sale exclusively on itswebsite. On Sunday, November 5th, 2017, Pete Rose’s bobblehead officially became the first one inducted into the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum in a ceremony held at PopCon Milwaukee. A very limited number of the bobbleheads, which were available at the event, are remaining.
The bobblehead features Rose behind the National Bobblehead HOF and Museum podium holding a mini Pete Rose bobblehead. In addition to the head, the bobblehead’s hand that is holding the replica bobblehead also bobbles. Only 1,000 of the limited edition bobbleheads were produced. They are available for $30 plus a flat rate shipping charge of $8 per order.
Speaking about his head-first slide bobblehead that was inducted into the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum, Pete said, “I love the bobblehead because it reminds me of the way I played. It really looks like me. I think it’s the best bobblehead ever made because it’s an action bobblehead.”
“Fans across the world convincingly indicated that Pete’s bobblehead should be the first one inducted into the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum.” said Phil Sklar, Co-Founder and CEO of the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum. “Pete will always have the honor of having the first bobblehead inducted into the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum.”
“These bobbleheads will be a great keepsake for all of the Pete Rose and bobblehead fans out there,” said National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum Co-Founder and President, Brad Novak.”
About Pete Rose:
Pete Rose, nicknamed “Charlie Hustle”, is the all-time leader in career hits with 4,256 in addition to being a 17 time All-Star. During his career, Rose was noted for his all-around ability and enthusiasm and was revered for his aggressive base-running style, which included his distinctive head-first slides. He was named Player of the Decade (1970–79) by The Sporting News and chosen as a Franchise Four, a vote by fans to select the four most impactful players from each team. Rose was named NL Rookie of the Year in 1963 and led the league in batting in 1968 and 1969. He was named the NL’s Most Valuable Player in 1973 and was an integral part of the famed “Big Red Machine,” the Reds teams that from 1970 to 1976 won five division titles, four NL pennants, and World Series championships in 1975 and 1976. Rose still holds over a dozen Major and National League records.
About the National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum:
The National Bobblehead Hall of Fame and Museum was announced in November 2014. The HOF and Museum hosted a Preview Exhibit in 2016, and is currently planning for a permanent location, which is expected to open this winter. The HOF and Museum also produces high quality, customized bobbleheads for organizations, individuals and teams across the country. Visit us at www.BobbleheadHall.com, www.facebook.com/BobbleheadHall or www.twitter.com/BobbleheadHall.