Jack Buck’s 9/11 Poem Still Moving 11 Years After America’s Darkest Day (Video)

by Mike Cole | Sep 11, 2012 | 1 Min Read

It was simple, poignant and moving. 

Americans looked for solace in the days following the horrific events of Sept. 11, 2001. It finally got them when sports returned a week after the deadly attacks, and fans were greeted by longtime Cardinals broadcaster Jack Buck.

The legendary figure summed up everyone's thoughts and feelings with a memorable poem upon the national pastime's return.

See the poem below.

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