Slugger

It was the last inning of the Pony baseball game, and the score of the two teams was tied. The ponies crowded the bleachers cheering happily and nibbling on popcorn and peanuts. Slugger got ready for his turn at the bat. "Bases are loaded, Slugger. We need a homerun!" said Steamer. 4-Speed’s famous fast ball zipped past Slugger before he had time to swing! "Strike one!" cried Mimic, the umpire. A second ball whizzed by Slugger. "Strike two!" called Mimic. The ponies watched breathlessly as 4-Speed pitched the final ball. With a loud crack, Slugger hit the ball, sending it so high it tickled Mr. Sun’s nose! "Home run!" laughed Slugger while the ponies ran to home base. Slugger wiggled his nose, and the baseball burst into dazzling fireworks to celebrate the winning play!