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Proponents argue that certain players, whose baseball records were marred by steroid use, were allowed to remain on ballots for Hall of Fame consideration, suggesting a disparity in how Hall of Fame eligibility is applied. Comparisons have been drawn between the severity of Rose's actions and the long-term damage some argue was inflicted on the game by steroid users. Critics of the current Hall of Fame stance maintain that Rose should at least be eligible to be considered, even if that includes a mention of his gambling violations.