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“The Captain” is a compelling narrative revealing the man behind the icon - Derek Jeter. Amidst a time of great change in New York City, Derek Jeter’s arrival to the New York Yankees returned a struggling franchise to its traditional perch amongst baseball’s elite. As Derek forged a Hall of Fame worthy career, his second home molded him as a man. Derek’s commitment to winning required a personal sacrifice that prevented fans and haters alike from learning about the man in pinstripes.
The Captain
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“The Captain” is a compelling narrative revealing the man behind the icon - Derek Jeter. Amidst a time of great change in New York City, Derek Jeter’s arrival to the New York Yankees returned a struggling franchise to its traditional perch amongst baseball’s elite. As Derek forged a Hall of Fame worthy career, his second home molded him as a man. Derek’s commitment to winning required a personal sacrifice that prevented fans and haters alike from learning about the man in pinstripes. “The Captain” tells this enigmatic story. Viewers will be enthralled by the professional and personal triumphs and challenges that not only created a dynasty, but a legend. “The Captain” utilizes Derek’s journey as a vessel to tell a larger cultural story that explores race, family, and community. The heartbeat of the series is candid and unprecedented access to the man who helped restore a shine to a team, a city, and a culture.
- Release Date:
- 2022
- Genre:
- Baseball,
- Documentaries,
- Biography,
- Sports
- Rating:
EPISODES
S1:E1 Episode 1 - No Blueprint for Success
Drafted in 1992, Derek Jeter would become one of the best players in Major League Baseball.
S1:E2 Episode 2 - Loyalty One Way
A star is born in New York when Derek Jeter joins the Yankees.
S1:E3 Episode 3 - I Don’t Have to Be Your Best Friend
Derek Jeter continued to be successful in the Yankee Dynasty due to his focus and competitiveness.
S1:E4 Episode 4 - Bigger Than Baseball
Derek Jeter and the Yankees played an integral role in the healing of New York City, post 9/11.
S1:E5 Episode 5 - Hiding in Plain Sight
The Yankee collapse in the 2004 playoffs against the Red Sox will always live in infamy.
S1:E6 Episode 6 - Never Gave Up a Day in My Life
In 2009, Derek Jeter and the Yankees would win the World Series, Jeter’s last before retirement.
S1:E7 Episode 7 - A Star in the Fabric
Derek Jeter jumped into a new life after baseball.
