If you have watched network telecasts of any sport, chances are you have heard the voice of Kenny Albert. He is the only sports broadcaster in the 21st century who has broadcast games from all four of the major North American leagues (NFL, NHL, MLB, NBA), not to mention several other sports he has covered as well. He shares stories about his career and his family (including his famous father Marv Albert) in this memoir.

Kenny had what he called a privileged childhood since he was able to accompany his father to many of the events Marv called, especially Knicks games in Madison Square Garden (MSG). Kenny also enjoyed attending the games of the other primary tenant of MSG, the Rangers, and from there he became engrossed in hockey. While he is lauded for all the sports he covers, it is clear from the book that he likes hockey best, including playing on the club team at New York University.

As one might expect, Kenny Albert has great stories to share about the thousands of games he has broadcast and the many different journalists and athletes-turned-broadcasters with whom he has worked. These stories are overwhelmingly positive and rarely does Albert criticize anyone. While that can be seen as a good thing to keep friendships and relationships good, it just feels a little unrealistic as a reader as there had to be at least some arguments or bad results.

The other aspect of the book that was less than good for me was the sheer number of names that Kenny Albert mentioned throughout the book. Something else that is reasonable to expect given how long he has been in the business, but again, as a reader, it was hard to keep up with everyone. Especially when there was no organization to these stories – they just popped up when Kenny decided to write about them. Not necessarily a bad thing as this will happen a lot in conversation – it was just hard to follow in a book.

None of this overshadows the excellent work that Kenny Albert has done in his broadcast career, nor is this is meant to discourage anyone to pick up this book because it still is a good read for any current sports fan who is familiar with his work. I may try this in the audio version because it may come across better as a conversation (even if just one way) than it did while reading.

I wish to thank Triumph Books for providing a copy of the book. The opinions expressed in this review are strictly my own.

Kenny Albert, is a chip off the old block, carving out a unique career by calling all of the big four major sports (hockey, football, baseball and basketball) on local and national levels. Much like his dad, Marv, Albert has become one of the busiest, if not the most swamped, broadcasters in all of sports.

Appropriately, Kenny Albert's autobiography is titled "A Mic for All Seasons", where he details his childhood as the son of a legend through his rise as one of the country's most preeminent broadcasters.

Albert's book is a fun and interesting read, chock full of stories and names from famous encounters and events in the world of sports and beyond. Much like he does when calling a game, Albert keeps "A Mic for All Seasons" focused on the events in front and behind him with almost no ego and a dry sense of humor.

If you like interesting travel stories, cameos about celebrities, and learning about how a broadcaster prepares for a game, among other things, then you'll love "A Mic for All Seasons.

Thank you NetGalley and Independent Publishers Group / Triumph Books for an e-copy of A MIC FOR ALL SEASONS to review.

I rate A MIC FOR ALL SEASONS four out of five stars.

As a hockey fan, I couldn't wait to dive into "A Mic for All Seasons" by Kenny Albert, and it totally delivered! Albert, the legendary sports broadcaster, shares awesome behind-the-scenes stories from his career, especially his time covering hockey.

The book is packed with fun and engaging anecdotes that make you feel like you're right there in the action. Albert's passion for hockey is infectious, and his vivid descriptions of memorable games really bring the rink to life. It's like sitting next to him in the broadcast booth!

One of the coolest parts is his insight into the world of sports broadcasting. He talks candidly about the prep work, dedication, and evolution of the industry, which is super interesting for anyone curious about sports media.

While he covers other sports too, his love for hockey shines the brightest. Whether you're a hardcore fan or just getting into the sport, this book is a must-read. Kenny Albert's storytelling makes it a fun and enlightening ride.