The Big Chair

By Ned Colletti

Categories: Biographies & Memoirs, Sports & Outdoors

The Big Chair is a 2017 memoir by Ned Colletti, general manager of the Los Angeles Dodgers from 2005 to 2014, written with Joseph A. Reaves. Colletti recounts his rise from a modest Chicago childhood to the top job with one of baseball's most storied franchises. He offers a behind-the-scenes look at running a major-league team, including trades, contract negotiations and dealing with owners, players and managers, along with lessons on leadership and decision-making.

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• Larry King: “Recently finished @realnedcolletti's book 'Big Chair' — fascinating read, great tales from inside the @Dodgers clubhouse during Ned's time as general manager. You'll love it!”