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Marine Corps
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 9 days ago on |
| Happy 233rd Birthday to the United States Marine Corps!!!! May we have many more!!!
The roar of the Drill Instructor starts the day off right.
The intensity and motivation are high all night.
You run and scramble all day long.
The Drill Instructor always there to make you strong.
Your will is tested and you're so sore you want to wail,
And you always wonder if you won't make it and fail....
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Pedroia's Gold Glove
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 11 days ago on |
| Always considered way too small,
To play Major League Baseball.
But he kept working every day.
So he could blow the competition away.
Grinding, working day and night,
To make sure his skills are tight.
Fielding, throwing, and hitting the ball,
He made sure he could do it all.
He plays the game with a swagger.
He makes the opposition's hope stagger.
All he does is go out and...
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Jim Rice HOF 2009
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 15 days ago on |
| I'm sending this and my other Jim Rice poem to every Hall of Fame voter I can find an address for. We gotta get this done. Jim Rice HOF 09!!!!
Jim Rice is a Hall of Famer.
It should be a no brainer.
He put fear in a pitcher's heart.
He dominated from the start.
But he rubbed some reporters the wrong way.
And this still hurts him till this day.
But they should just look at all he has done....
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2008 Season
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 28 days ago on |
| The season and how it ended is finally sinking in. My initial pride has been justfied and strengthened. Overcoming injuries, youth, the Manny distraction, and the pressure to repeat this team has had a tremendous season. I could not be prouder.
I also refelct on losing my son, Jonathan David, this year. He was suppose to be born in September. I was looking forward to rocking, changing, and feeding him while watching the playoffs. I think about it...
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Game 7
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 30 days ago on |
| Game 7 is not a time for poetry. It is put-up or shut-up time. Game 7 is raw. It is basic, fight or flight. Game 7 is all about handling emotions and handling your business.
Game 7 is all about trust. You can't lead off the game with a Grand Slam. You must do your job, do what you can do, and know that your teammate behind you will pick you up. Game 7 means everyone is ready to play, wants to play, and is...
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Clutch
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 1 month ago on |
| This one is dedicated to Rev Ron (aka Boom Boom Bay and Don Darkhalf), he knows clutch better then any of us:
Clutch is something hard to find.
It's a big play when you're in a bind.
Clutch is knowing you will win.
Clutch comes from deep within.
Clutch is coming through for your team.
Just like a childhood dream.
In your backyard, only a Homerun will do.
You know you will always come through.
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Faith Replenished
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 1 month ago on |
| We are down, but far from out.
Our bats are still filled with lots of clout.
Our gloves are ready to make every play.
Our pitchers are ready to again rule the day.
We are the Red Sox, and we shall overcome.
We are not a group of bums.
We are ready to shock the world again.
My love for the Red Sox will never end.
So stand, cheer, scream, and shout.
Show your love till the final out....
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ALCS Prediction
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 1 month ago on |
| The Rays are hungry and ready to fight.
Thus far they've done everything right.
Clutch base hits, and an exciting web gem.
They have a chip on their shoulder, like it's us versus them.
But the spotlight is on, it's about to get hot.
They've never been here, the Regular Season this is not.
What will they do when they get hit?
Will they fall apart or are they legit?
Here's my opinion, from my point...
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Red Sox Built Champion Tough
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 1 month ago on |
| What do Champions possess that the rest don't?
What do they know that we won't?
How do they consistently succeed?
How do they always lead?
Champions have a will to win.
They know they can never give in.
Every fiber goes into the fight.
They do all the little things right.
Champions know it's all about hard work.
Because at the end of hard work is where success will lurk.
Champions...
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ALDS
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 1 month ago on |
| The Red Sox are about to start the playoffs out west.
To once again prove we are the best.
Taking on the Angels, a dangerous bunch.
But we will win, just a hunch.
The team is focused, they are ready to fight.
The have a quiet confidence, no reason to be tight.
They've been here before and know how to win.
They've blocked out distractions, and only look within.
The Angels present a worthy foe....
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Mr. Pesky
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 1 month ago on |
| It's time for a Legend to finally get his due.
Mr. Pesky joins the elite, the chosen few.
The Red Sox will retire his number for all time.
His overall contribution has been sublime.
Burst on to the Red Sox in 1942.
A brief hint of success, but his country needed him too.
He went off and fought in World War II.
A true American hero through and through.
He has been a Red Sox for 66 years....
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Don't Look Back
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 1 month ago on |
| With the Regular Season coming to a close.
A season recap is needed, I suppose.
The ups, the downs, the highs, the lows.
A quick reminder of all the blows.
But I don't like looking back.
I look forward, always on the attack.
What's coming next is exciting stuff.
Playoff baseball is always tough.
The Red Sox are ready for this brand of ball.
This team was built to rule in the...
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Red Sox Fan Ode
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| I am but a speck in the infinite Red Sox universe.
The team is what matters, for better or worse.
Watching every triumph, and every defeat.
Never losing hope or trying to retreat.
I cheer because I love them with all my heart.
My obsession is off the chart.
No matter the score, I cheer till the end.
My Hope is unwavering, my Faith will never bend.
The Red Sox will always be number...
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Josh Beckett
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| Thought this was appropriate for tonight's starters and the one who should bring us back to the top where we belong. Bats are hot and Josh should be in playoff form, getting his focus razor sharp!!!
Josh Beckett is the Red Sox pitching ace.
He pitches with power, style and grace.
Firing pitch after pitch with overwelming stuff.
Every game he starts, we know he'll be tough.
Calm and deliberate he delivers to the plate.
A...
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October is Coming
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| I don't need a calendar to know October is near.
I look at my Red Sox and it is clear.
Their focus shapens as they get locked-in.
Every series becomes must win.
I sense October because the tension begins to grow.
The games have a different ebb and flow.
The game slows down and become like chess.
The excitement builds and my nerves are a mess.
October is near, the players are excited....
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Red Sox Character
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| What do you do when the going is tough?
How do you respond when the game is rough?
The Red Sox have proven all year long,
They Cowboy Up and comeback strong.
A team of players with a will to win.
No matter what they never give in.
Down late or struggling all game.
They hunker down and don't pass blame.
This team seems to find a way,
so they can be ones to carry the day.
Clutch...
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RLF
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| R-is for the Royal Rooters!!!
E-is for our Enthusiasm for our Boston Red Sox!!!
S-is for our unflinching Support for our team and each other!!!
P-is for the Power we weild!!!
E-is for the Energy we bring!!!
C-is for the strength of our Conviction!!!
T-is for Tessie, Nuff Ced!!!
L-is for our Long illustrious history of kick'n butt and taken names!!!
O-is for our Originality!!!
Y-is for being Young at...
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Blame Game
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| Trying to find someone to blame.
Because our Red Sox lost a game.
Instead of letting it go like a grain of salt.
Some look to find who's at fault.
Shame on those looking to blame.
As a fan you are lame.
The players try with all their might.
We should cheer their will to fight.
They give their all every day.
And we get so much joy from watching them play.
They will come up short...
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Family
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| Over the last year I have had a lot time to reflect on family. First, my dad got sick and went to the hospital for surgery. Then on 22 April 2008 my son, Jonathan David, passed away. Also, on 3 September 2008 I got promoted to the rank of Gunnery Sergeant (that is E7 in the Marine Corps to those of you in other services). First two are obviously about family but I will explain the last one later.
I realized that the most important relationships in...
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Rays Series
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| So far, Tampa Bay has done everything right.
But the Red Sox have persevered and made it a fight.
Within a game and a half, and closing fast.
The Rays know their slim lead will not last.
Rays come to Fenway in a tail spin.
The Red Sox come home off a series win.
With all the momentum, Red Sox confidence is high.
To the top of the American League East they will fly.
The Rays are starting to feel...
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Terry Francona
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| Leadership is difficult to define.
How does one help others to shine?
How do you make many play as one?
How do you make a long season fun?
Terry Francona starts with trust.
A belief in your players is a must.
He puts them in spots were they can succeed.
He allows them to take part and lead.
He holds them accountable for not playing right.
He,also, defends them against...
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I love this Team
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| I truly love this Red Sox team.
They play the game like I dream.
They hustle, scrap and grind away.
They play hard everyday.
They pick each other up and play as one.
They seem like they are always having fun.
They carry themselves with a confidence from within.
No one cares who gets credit for the win.
The goal is simple, every game must be won.
They won't stop trying until the game is...
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Dustin Pedroia
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| Bringing this one back because this kid deserves more credit. Great year, great ballplayer and great person. That double play tonight started by Lowrie, was the best double play I have every seen. Only those two confident SOB would think to even try that play. I love this team so much. I want to scream for joy. If you ever get jaded by this game and the bad stuff, just look at this kid and you will remember what is right!!!!
A huge...
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Jim Rice
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| This for all of us who believe 14/09!!!!!
Dominate and intimidating from the start.
He showed us passion, desire, and heart.
He was a force the minute he came in.
Making plays along side Fred Lynn.
Slashing lines drives and producing runs.
Watching him play was so much fun.
Except for the pitchers, he caused them doubt.
Because they couldn't figure how to get him out.
Many...
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To ARod
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| Dear Arod, what a great game.
Yanks needed you and you came up lame.
For the rest of the series we expect the same,
And when the Yanks miss the playoffs, it's you they'll blame.
Don't be sad and don't be blue.
Because you have more money owed to you.
That is all you seem to care about.
So go to the bank, you better not pout.
You've got many reasons to delight.
This year you'll miss...
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To the Yankees
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| Dear Yankees, your season is going quickly south.
Listen closely and close your mouth.
This is going to be quiet a blow,
But I got something you need to know.
Your season is all but done.
I know you're no longer having fun.
Step aside because it's the Red Sox turn.
Oh, I know this makes you burn.
You're no longer the bully of the block.
The Red Sox are going to clean your clock....
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Red Sox Statement Series
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| The Yanks are digging in for one last stand.
Their season and playoff hopes, holding on by a strand.
The mighty Red Sox are readying for the attack.
Preparing to take the the American League East back.
Entering their last series at Yankee Stadium, the Sox are on a high.
Wanting to lay waist to the Evil Empire, and pass the Rays on by.
With this one final blow, the Yankees fading hopes will be gone.
And the Red Sox will...
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Theodore S. Williams
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| This one is a special request from K-Dub...Keeper of the Faith. I'm not worthy to write this but I will give it a try. I wrie this for my son, Jonathan, who is in Heaven with God and Mr Williams.
Poised, coiled and ready to strike.
Patiently waiting for a pitch he'll like.
Eyes sharp as an eagle and reflexes like a mongoose.
He stays calm, relaxed and loose.
As the ball comes close his hands stay back....
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Red Sox Fan
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| What does being a fan mean to me?
Is it just enjoying every victory?
Or is something even more?
As a Red Sox fan, what's in store?
Being a fan means taking the good with the bad.
It's being happy, angry, mad and sad.
It's a roller coaster ride of emotion.
Your body and mind in constant commotion.
Being a Red Sox fan means you are there during thick and thin.
It means no matter the score...
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This Weekend
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| This blog is real simple and no need to break into verse. We need to take this series from Toronto.
We can look at match-ups and analyze this thing to death, but it all comes down to competitive greatness. John Wooden's Pyramid of Success listed competitive greatness as a key ingredient to atheletic success and this weekend we need to show ours. The Red Sox have answered the call all year and I am so proud of this team. We just need to muster up the...
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Final Push
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| This one is dedicated to all my friends who have supported me. I appreciate you all and write for only you. I hope you enjoy this:
The carefree summer is almost gone.
The Playoff push is truly on.
Our calendars turn to September and October.
The Regular Season is almost over.
The Red Sox are in a dogfight.
The Race for the pennant is air tight.
Every game is more crucial then the last.
You can't rest...
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Yaz
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 2 months ago on |
| I mailed this to Yaz at Mass General Hospital from all my friends at Sawxheads. I did not post this for points, but would like responses. I hope you enjoy:
The Captain and Heart of our team.
The one who lead us through an Impossible Dream.
Line drives from Foul Pole to Foul Pole.
He was always in control.
He lead by example with toughness and grit.
Yaz out smarted opponents with his wit.
His...
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Jon Lester
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| From oblivion he returned to play.
Despite Cancer clouding many a day.
With courage he mustered the strength to comeback.
And instead of Cancer winning, Lester went on the attack.
His confidence has peaked, he burns in strike one.
He dissects each hitter, until the game is won.
Lester wiggles out of trouble like a ten year vet.
Destroying every challenge he has ever met.
When the pressure...
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Jed Lowrie
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| This is for Fallon87, who requested I write one for Jed Lowrie:
The marquee infield position is shortstop.
A position winning teams can never let flop.
Athleticism, great hands and a strong arm are required.
If you don't have them you'll quickly be fired.
The Red Sox have looked far and wide,
but found the right player was already inside.
Up from the minors with confidence and skill.
Jed Lowrie is...
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Josh Beckett
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| Josh Beckett is the Red Sox pitching ace.
He pitches with power, style and grace.
Firing pitch after pitch with overwelming stuff.
Every game he starts, we know he'll be tough.
Calm and deliberate his delivery explodes towards the plate.
A screaming fastball, seals the batters fate.
Helpless to even swing, the hitter takes a seat.
In appreciation, the Fenway Faithful rise to their feet.
Inning...
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Jason Varitek
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| Every game Tek squats behind the plate.
He shows dependability, which is his greatest trait.
He wears the tools of ignorance with lots of pride.
I'm so glad he's on our side.
His mind is like a computer, calculating how to get hitters out.
He leads by example, and doesn't scream and shout.
His pitchers trust they can throw it in the dirt.
Tek's tough as can be and doesn't care if it hurts.
Each...
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Mike Lowell
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| He overcame Cancer and found he is strong.
Starting him at third is never wrong.
RBIs, glove work and a confident manner,
He'll take the Red Sox to more World Series banners.
A pro's pro, with a workman approach.
He imparts his knowledge like a coach.
He sets a great example for others to follow.
He speaks with experience, his words are not hollow.
When at the plate, he's a dangerous man....
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Papelbon Seals the Deal
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| It's the bottom of the 9th, the Sox up one.
Three outs to go, but the game feels done.
Out from the bullpen, he suddenly appears.
The opponents worst nightmare, their biggest fear.
Papelbon enters, and strides to the to the mound.
He finishes his warm-ups, with no nerves to be found.
Toeing the rubber, he forcefully exhales.
He glares for sign, this look could melt nails.
The batter cringes,...
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Dustin Pedroia
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| A huge swing and a bigger result.
He gives the team a mighty jolt.
He uncoils his swing with all his might.
It's like his taking vengeance for every slight.
Works and grinds all day long,
to show the world he is strong.
Raps the ball from pole to pole,
displaying coordination and bat control.
At second base he makes the play.
Amazing us everyday.
Diving stops and stellar...
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Ode to Youk
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| The ultimate Dirt Dawg, grinding away.
Working and studying to improve his play.
Constantly adjusting and figuring things out.
Hustle and heart is what he's about.
He switched from 3rd without a snag,
and learned to play that 1st base bag.
Errors are few, and great plays abound.
Youk never fails to astound.
No matter the situation he'll make a play.
Youk's the man to save the day....
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Unity
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| All that matters is the Red Sox. The team needs us to push them over the top. We need to unite and use our strengths for the good of the team. We are all great fans and we want the team to be as successful as possible. Enjoy:
Look to your left and look to your right.
Only Red Sox fans in sight.
Together, as one, igniting our boys.
No agendas, or under handed ploys.
Hoping and wishing we win the...
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I Believe
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| My optimism is sky high and I just wanted to share with you all. This is a different style then the other poems so please be kind. I'm not that good but I try to entertain!!! Hope you like it:
I believe.
Bay has star written all over him.
I believe.
Lowrie can play Shortstop full time.
I believe.
Papelbon is the best closer in the world.
I believe.
Pedroia is Pete Rose...
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An Ode to Manny
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| This is dedicated to Mannys Betah Half, aka Noel. We are all taking this hard but she loves him the most. Keep your head up Noel, and remember him fondly. I hope you all enjoy:
Goodbye to our hitting savant.
The one with the swing anyone would want.
The man with power and charisma galore.
The man who's a part of Red Sox lore.
Manny, oh Manny, you have our heart.
You stole them away right...
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For the Faithful
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| In my attempt to bring positive vibes to the Nation, I have written another poem. Please note that the Red Sox need us all now more then ever and we must stay strong. We are still in this thing and it is going to take the whole Nation to raise this team up and carry them to the Promised Land. I know you are all with me!!! So scream it with me: LETS GO SOX!!!!!! Please enjoy:
A fans job is difficult at best.
At least on off-days players...
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Poem III
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| To break up the negativity I have another poem for your pleasure (I know it's long and I didn't list everyone but I'm at work trying to be productive):
I woke up this morning depressed and weary.
I wasn't thinking very clearly.
The Red Sox loss gave me doubt.
I had to figure it out.
Then it came to me and I was shocked.
I forgot we had Youk at First, and he's our rock.
And Pedroia at Second is very...
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Big Papi Coming to Bat
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| I've been reading so much negative I just wanted to bring a positive vibe to these pages. The following is a poem about Big Papi:
Spit, Clap!
Spit, Clap!
Big Papi coming to bat!
Bottom 9, down by one.
Time for Big Papi to have some fun.
Runner on 3rd, 2 outs.
Big Papi knows what it's all about.
Spit, Clap!
Spt, Clap!
Big Papi coming to bat!
Pitcher...
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Poem
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| In response to the poetry challenge by Blind Faith and Play Ball, here is a positive Manny poem:
Calm and relaxed he prepares to...
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True Story
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 3 months ago on |
| Reading SportsGals amazing blog got me thinking about a situation that happened to me at work. Unfortunately for you all, I will not be able to write as well as she did.
I had a boss that claimed to be a Die Hard Red Sox fan and knew everything and anything about the Red Sox. Once day, I returned from lunch and he was regaling his peers with a story about the Red Sox. Being curious I stopped and listened to the story. He started talking about watching the...
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Sean Casey
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 4 months ago on |
| RedSox.com has a great article on Sean Casey. When the team signed him, I was very excited and thought he would be a perfect fit. What I didn't expect was how easy he would adjust to his new role. I just love the fact that a guy can sit on bench for weeks and still come-in, and have great at-bats, or play in field with great skill. Not an easy thing to do. It is such an impressive thing. Plus what a great role model for the young guys. To see a...
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Justin Masterson
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The Poet~RSM wrote this 4 months ago on |
| First, Terry Francona has forgot more about baseball then I will ever know. Second, I love the fact that Clay Bucholz appears to be headed back to the rotation. I think he is going to be very special, and he and Lester are going to be great starters for years to come. But, I am concerned about the move to send Justin Masterson to the minors to work on coming out of the bullpen. I believe young players just want a chance to play Major League Baseball, and they...
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