by Stephen Jones
His #6 was retired.
His quiet demeanor was honored
When his plaque was unveiled
In Monument Park.
It’s “Joe Torre Day”
And right now, some say
He still should be skipper
In the Yankee dugout.
As a manager he cared less
About metrics and the rest.
He made “championship” real
Because he cared about people.
He once said competing
Is not alone about winning.
It’s all about preparation,
Courage, understanding
And, as he knew,
Nurturing the people and heart.