The Closer

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The story follows Casey, whose baseball career is nearly derailed by reckless behavior and bad choices. An unexpected opportunity arises when he is offered a position as the personal catcher for the Toronto Blue Birds' star closer, Phil Reardon, a towering figure with a temper. As they form a pact of loyalty, Casey discovers that Reardon harbors a dangerous secret that could jeopardize both his future in baseball and the team's chances at a championship. The narrative delivers a raw and humorous look at the challenges of professional sports.