Darryl

by Darryl Strawberry

The major league superstar offers a behind-the-scenes look at his private life--his alcohol abuse and rehabilitation and his disputes with his wife--and his public life--including conflicts with teammates and managers and his bitter contract negotiations. Reprint.

Genres: Sports, Baseball

304 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 1986

About the author

Darryl Strawberry is described as a legend by many who have been dazzled by the dynamics of his game, the power he possessed at the plate, and the story of redemption that continues to bring hope to so many lives. He has earned the legendary nicknames and phrases of one of the most feared homerun hitters in the game of baseball, Straw's Sweet Swing, Strawberry's Field Forever and The Legendary Straw Man!

Today, Darryl's purpose and passion is serving the Lord Jesus Christ by speaking a message of hope and helping others transform their lives through the power of the gospel.

Reviews

[Chris Schaffer]

Only wish he’d discussed partying, teammates, games, and life in NY more. Otherwise, fine.

[Kristal Stidham]

Darryl Strawberry was one of the first players I watched as often as I could. This biography confirms what I suspected and what I was afraid of: He freely admits that he was an addict and an abuser. He was clearly weak in character and no amount of success he had with sports is worth our adoration.

This audiobook version is further off-putting because the text is delivered Uzi machine gun style by a brusk New Yorker. Not even close to the accent you want to hear Strawberry's story from.

[Randy]

Dodgers should've never signed Eric Davis.