Mickey Vernon, two-time bat champ, played a slick first base,
Loved by Senators and fans, though often in last place.

John Orsino was a catcher whose stats were so-so.
Ten years after playing days he became a golf pro.

David Clyde, whose career died of shoulder injury,
Pitched just five years, a burned-out phenom now his legacy.

Terry Francona played for five teams over ten seasons.
Gained fame as Bosox manager, two series wins the reasons.