August 24, 2026

On August 24, 1989, Commissioner Bart Giamatti died of a heart attack days after banning Pete Rose. Who succeeded him?

Answer choices

• A. Fay Vincent
• B. Bud Selig
• C. Peter Ueberroth
• D. A. Bartlett Giamatti Jr.

What happened

Correct answer: Fay Vincent

Fay Vincent became MLB commissioner after Giamatti's sudden death.

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