Manufacturer: Topps
Set: 1993 Topps Baseball ➡️
Player Name: Derek Jeter
Position/Team: Shortstop for Yankees
Card #: 98
Card Size: 2-1/2” x 3-1/2”
Card Values: See Pricing Table Below
Derek Jeter, often referred to as “The Captain,” is a former professional baseball shortstop who spent his entire 20-year career (1995–2014) with the New York Yankees. A five-time World Series champion, he is widely regarded as one of the most respected and successful players of his generation.
Jeter quickly established himself as a key player, winning the American League Rookie of the Year award in his first full season (1996) and helping the Yankees win their first World Series in 18 years. He became a central figure in the Yankees’ dynasty, which won five World Series championships during his career.
Throughout his time with the Yankees, Jeter accumulated numerous accolades and records, including being a 14-time All-Star, 5 Gold Glove Awards, 5 Silver Slugger Awards, 2000 World Series MVP, and 2000 All-Star Game MVP.
Jeter went by a few nicknames including “Captain Clutch” and “Mr. November”. These nicknames reflect his reputation for performing in high-pressure situations, particularly in the postseason.
In 2017, the Yankees retired his iconic number 2 jersey. In 2020, Jeter was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.
After retiring from baseball, Jeter has remained active in the sports and business world. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the CEO and a part-owner of the Miami Marlins, becoming the first African-American to hold this role in MLB history.
The Players’ Tribune: He is the founder of an innovative multimedia company, The Players’ Tribune, where athletes share their stories directly with fans. Jeter joined the MLB on FOX team as an analyst in 2023. He also released a documentary about his life and career titled “The Captain.” He also established the Turn 2 Foundation in 1996 to help young people “turn away from drugs and alcohol” and “turn 2 healthy lifestyles.”
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