Is Buster Posey Travelling The Same Path As Derek Jeter?

On September 28th, Derek Jeter was playing his final big league game in Boston’s Fenway Park. In the top of the third inning, with Ichiro Suzuki on third, Jeter tapped a weak ground ball to Red Sox third baseman Garin Cecchini, reaching first without a throw. Suzuki scored easily.

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Within moments of Jeter reaching first, Brian McCann emerged from the dugout to pinch run and end the career of an all-time great.

As Jeter jogged towards the pitcher’s mound to shake the hand of Red Sox starter Clay Buchholz, the entire stadium (including the players in both dugouts) stood and gave their longtime rival an ovation that no visiting player had ever gotten from the passionate fans of Boston. It was truly a magical, once in a blue moon event which might never be repeated.

However, if there is one current player who might deserve a similar send-off, it’s Giants’ catcher Buster Posey.

Like Jeter, Posey has built himself a stunning resume in his first five seasons.

Their rookie seasons were very similar. Both players won Rookie Of The Year honors, their respective teams beat a heavily favored opponent in the World Series, and they both impressed everyone they came across with their maturity and understanding that the team comes first.

It was evident early on that both Jeter and Posey were special talents that would have long and successful careers.

Posey only played in 45 games during the 2011 season as he tore a ligament in his left ankle during a collision with Marlins’ outfielder Scott Cousins at home plate.

However, he charged back in 2012. He won the National League Most Valuable Player and Silver Slugger awards, hitting .336/.408/.549 with 24 home runs and 103 RBI. The Giants also won their second World Series championship in three years.

Posey was selected to his second All-Star team in as many years in 2013, hitting .294/.371/.450.

This year, Posey had another MVP-caliber season (though he likely won’t win), hitting .311/.364/.490 with 22 home runs and 89 RBI. However, the best part for Posey is probably the fact that his team is once again in the World Series. He’s squandered any doubt that he is one of the most vital players on any big league roster.

He has commanded the respect of Major League Baseball and its fans since his debut in the same way that Jeter did and if he continues on the great path he’s on, he may wind up taking over as the face of Major League Baseball.

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