MLB legend Pete Rosehas died at the age of 83, TMZ Sports has learned.Rose, Major League Baseball’s hit king, passed away earlier today at his home in Las Vegas … where he was found by a family member.Pete’s agent, Ryan Fiterman of Fiterman Sports, confirmed the news, adding … “the family is asking for privacy at this time.”The cause of Pete’s death is unclear. The Clark County ME (NV) has Rose’s body, and they will conduct an autopsy this week.Pete was at Fiterman Sports Group meet-and-greet in Nashville on Sunday afternoon. Rose was in a wheelchair, but we’re told that’s just ’cause his back was aching. He appeared to be in good spirits, taking photos and signing for droves of fans.