Karl Spooner struck out fifteen in his rookie Brooklyn win,
But hurt his arm next spring and he was never good again.

Tom Haller was a catcher who knew how to call a game.
In twelve years he caught six pitchers who made the Hall of Fame.

Marty Barrett, second sacker, three times worked hidden ball tricks.
Struck out by Orosco to end Sox-Mets series, eighty-six.

Jim Deshaies was starting lefty pitcher twelve years for six clubs.
Had best years with Astros and now does t.v. broadcasts with Cubs.