Get in the holiday spirit as these managers, players and broadcasters read Christmas poems

(Leon Halip)

Whether you're somewhere where the snow is falling or somewhere where the mercury is rising; whether you're sitting by the fire drinking a cup of hot cocoa or clicking your way through the internet for the fifth time today, you have to admit it -- It's Christmas Eve, and there's something special in the air.

What better way to celebrate than by incorporating baseball into your annual traditions? Thankfully, we have a number of baseball managers, players and broadcasters to help you.

Let's start with the greatest carol of all: "Take Me Out to the Ballgame." And who better to sing it than the jolliest old man there is ... Vin Scully.

Given that today is, you know, the actual night before Christmas, let's listen to Tommy Lasorda recite "Twas The Night Before Christmas."

Pull the blankets a little tighter now, because it's time for Jack Morris to recite "Frosty the Snowman."

Well, look at the time. The hour is growing late, which can mean only one thing: Santa's on his way! Let Astros manager A.J. Hinch tell you the tale of "Santa Claus is Coming to Town."

Think there's no Santa? Ha! Reds broadcaster Marty Brennaman explains why there is definitely a Santa:

But what if it's foggy out? Have no fear. Joe Maddon will tell you why in "Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer."

And finally, there's a common misconception that the "12 Days of Christmas" end on Christmas. They actually begin on Christmas and go until Jan. 5. Get ready to start your 12 days of celebration with the Reds of past and present singing for you.