Working the Edge of the Plate

by Hilary Barta

So baseball’s new season looks glum
And José Quintana looks dumb
While washing the dishware
Q suddenly did swear
The pitcher had sliced up his thumb.

 

Rogers Hornsby, 2020

by Patrick McCaughey

He was asked what he did in winter,
And he answered. But here’s the thing.
You know what I’m doing this summer?
I stare out the window and wait for spring.

 

Rick Monday

by James Finn Garner

Rick Monday
Born on Tuesday
Homered off Seaver Wednesday
Traded on Thursday
Saved the flag Friday
Broke Canada’s heart Saturday
Retired on Sunday
And that’s why people still talk about Rick Monday.

Photo Credit: Chicago Sun-Times