Charlie Hustle & The Matter of Pete Rose, a new four-part documentary miniseries on MAX, takes a look at the long career and sad fall of MLB’s all-time hit leader.

In Charlie Hustle’s day, 110% effort was non-negotiable. In modern baseball, it’s more complicated By PAT GRAHAM , AP Sports Writer Updated June 13, 2025 8:01 a.m.

“Charlie Hustle & The Matter of Pete Rose” — 3 stars (out of 4) Where to watch: The first two episodes premiere at 8 p.m. Wednesday on HBO, ...

In Charlie Hustle’s day, 110% effort was the norm. In modern baseball, it’s complicated There’s no quicker way for a player to earn praise inside the dugout than with a little hustle.

'Charlie Hustle and the Matter of Pete Rose' A four-part documentary airing from 8 to 10 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday on HBO, and streaming on Max starting Wednesday.

Of course, that wouldn’t have gone over well with “Charlie Hustle” himself — the late Pete Rose, who elevated hustling to an art form. That was also before the age of the viral bat flip.

In Charlie Hustle's day, 110% effort was non-negotiable. In modern baseball, it's more complicated. Updated Jun. 13, 2025 6:00 a.m. ET. share. facebook x reddit link. Associated Press.

Of course, that wouldn’t have gone over well with “Charlie Hustle” himself — the late Pete Rose, who elevated hustling to an art form. That was also before the age of the viral bat flip.