Episode 318

From the Diamond to the Ring and Court: Swoboda, Cooney, Ruland & Strom

Published on: 6th October, 2026

Host Bill Donohue welcomed four guests from across the sports world: Ron Swoboda, remembered for his spectacular catch in the 1969 World Series; heavyweight boxing contender Gerry Cooney; former NBA All-Star Jeff Ruland; and Brent Strom, pitching coach for the Astros’ 2017 championship team. Bill’s conversations brought together perspectives from baseball, boxing and basketball, giving listeners a chance to hear from the people who experienced professional sports firsthand.

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