One of the most controversial figures, not just in baseball history but in all of sports history, has passed away at the age of 83. Pete Rose, Major League Baseball’s all-time hits leader, passed away in his home on Monday, according to TMZ. Rose’s agent confirmed the news with the entertainment and gossip outlet, which appears to have been one of the first to break the news. The cause of Rose’s death is not clear. TMZ reported that Rose “appeared to be in good spirits” while he was attending an event on Sunday. Rose, who played primarily for the Cincinnati Reds — but also played for the Phil…