by Michael Zappola

The lead-off hitter is the Arsonist

He starts the heat

The second hitter is the bodyguard

He is all about making sacrifices

The third hitter is the variety show

He has many talents

The fourth hitter is the carpool

He drives everyone to the game and home

The fifth hitter is the money player

When it comes to him it’s all or nothing

The six through eight are Gumps

You never know what to expect out of them

The ninth hitter is the VP of the team

If the team is down he cheers them up and puts them back on their feet