“He’s Done All Those Things”- New York Yankees GM Brian Cashman on Why Derek Jeter Is a Cultural Icon

MLB legend Derek Jeter is indeed a remarkable athlete and one of the greatest in baseball history. During his illustrious career, he helped the Yanks win five championships. The moment he bid farewell to the game in 2014, Jeter left a void that is yet to be filled. Aside from getting known for his clutch performances on the field, Captain Clutch was also known for his leadership in crunch situations. His dedication and passion led him to become an American cultural icon. And a Brian Cashman statement is proof of the same.

Around eight years after Jeter retired from the game, the Hall of Famer released a seven-part documentary that showcased some unseen footage from his career. The docu-series also included interviews with people who played a crucial role in his life. One of those people is the New York Yankees’ general manager Brian Cashman. The GM hyped up Derek Jeter as the person who others aspire to become. 

Derek Jeter is exactly what Cashman said he was!

Ever since he became general manager, Brian Cashman had the Bronx Bombers win four world series under his leadership. He joined the front office as an assistant GM in 1995, the same year that Derek Jeter made his MLB debut. Therefore, it won’t be wrong to say that Cashman saw Jeter grow and turn into a baseball legend.

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While talking about Mr. November in his documentary, ‘The Captain,’ Cashman said, “Derek Jeter represents, you know, all that we want to become in this country. Basically, which is we wanna have success, we wanna do good, wanna do right, wanna have a great family, he’s done all those things.”

Captain Clutch Derek Jeter is indeed an inspiration for many, and the Yankees’ general manager has also failed to resist his charm. 

Who can be the next Jeter?

Triple A minor league player Anthony Volpe of the New York Yankees, who is currently in spring training with the current roster, is getting comparisons to the iconic Derek Jeter. Volpe has grown up idolizing him, and now, with his tremendous play, he is showing signs similar to the one and only Captain Clutch. 

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Whether Volpe will become the next Jeter is still yet to be known. However, the young athlete still has a long way to go in his career.

Do you agree with Cashman’s words about Captain Clutch? Also, do you think Volpe resembles Jeter? Let us know in the comments below!