Here's the Catch

Ron Swoboda, a player for the famed 1969 New York Mets, delivers his autobiography. While he is far from a polished narrator, his reading leaves an authentic impression on the listener. Swoboda's moment in the sun came in the World Series when he made a spectacular catch, one of the greatest ever. But he doesn't dwell on that, instead detailing his youth, moments with teammates on and off the field, and memories of games during his nine-year Major League career. He chuckles at his own jokes, which is more endearing than anything else. Swoboda is a solid writer, and his stories are told in a genuine, comfortable way. M.B. � AudioFile 2019, Portland, Maine