Derek Jeter’s emotional struggles in the minor leagues & challenges with racism | The Captain Recap
Welcome to the premiere of "The Captain Recap" presented by Capital One! Hosted by Phil Murphy and Joon Lee and ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan, we react to Episode 1 of "The Captain," former New York Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter’s 7-part documentary series airing on ESPN and ESPN+. On tonight’s episode…
(1:05) Phill & Joon provide their biggest takeaways from Episode 1 of "The Captain," including the biracial marriage of Derek’s parents, Sanderson Charles and Dorothy.
(9:00) The role Sanderson Charles and Dorothy played in Derek’s career.
(12:50) Derek’s struggles in the minor leagues, including him admittedly "crying every night."
(15:15) Jeff Passan joins "The Captain Recap" presented by Capital One to discuss the moment Derek was drafted by the New York Yankees.
(17:05) Jeff speaks on the impact of former Yankees GM Gene "Stick" Michael and George Steinbrenner’s departure.
(20:40) Phil, Joon and Jeff explain how the 1995 Yankees affected Derek’s career.
(24:00) Expectations for Episode 2 of "The Captain."
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