MULTIPLE LOSSES

The year 2024 was a harsh one for lovers of
Baseball history. Passing on to the fields of
Heaven were Willie Mays, Rickey Henderson,
Fernando Valenzuela and Pete Rose, a master
Combination of speed and power, of hitting,
Running, scoring, throwing, and hurling; a
Highly regarded amalgam of singles, homers,
Stolen bases, great pitching, and strong throwing.
They had great arms and legs, eyes and hearts for
Decades of amazing performances. They won world
Titles and individual awards. Their presence in
The realm of the heavenly greats increases the
Talent pool of the imagination and the strength
Of the spirit world. Not just their physical and
Mental skills but their love of and dedication to
The living world’s international pastime add
Immensely to the lore and mythology of what
Was America’s game and is now a game played
By many eager and emphatic nations. These four
Are gone now – – – and have transitioned into our
Assembled recognition of the legends of The
Sport. They play on in memory and story, but
The Living Game flourishes brightly with a
Future Hall of Fame of brilliant stars that light
Up the breathing Earthly baseball universe, and
We thank those who have passed on with the
Greatest honor of building upon the foundation
They have added to . . . with these holy baseball words:
The Show must go on!