The Newest Sad Lexicon

by James Finn Garner

I know three reasons Wrigleyville’s crying
And why for season tix no one’s applying
Character sells, sure, but who’s buying?

.     Rizzo and Baez and Bryant

Losing El Mago, our greatest since Whizzo,
Has driven some fans on the borderline schizo,
Hiding their heartache by cranking up Lizzo

.     Baez and Bryant and Rizzo

Watching a hoped-for dynasty die is
Bringing a tear to each diehard’s eye, as
The White Sox look to dominate Chi —

.     Bryant and Rizzo and Baez

 

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