Jose Fernandez Elegy

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The crowd roared loudly, and the lights shined down 

You stared at the catcher and took your stance

You struck the ground on the game’s final out

Diving swiftly to make the winning catch

 

Jose Fernandez, the bright young talent

The fans and coaches praised your special skill 

A pitcher for the Miami Marlins 

A shining piece for the future franchise

 

Your joy and passion inspired many 

In and outside of the famous diamond 

You owned the mound while downing the batters

Until you were downed on that fatal ride 

 

Drunk with speed and power, you had no doubts

Gliding through the dark and rigid waters

You struck the ground on the game’s final out

You left your wife and your infant daughter