CITO CULVER'S STILL GOT IT

Always been a fan of Cito Culver. I personally think the media put a ton of pressure on this guy when the Yankees drafted him, suggesting he was the "next Derek Jeter". Labels like that are just too difficult to achieve. Especially because at that point, it doesn't matter how good you become, you're not good enough. But Cito is the man and is a real good player... regardless.

But Cito's minor league career was a good one, and I love the guy. Ever since he did an interview with us here at BYB a few years ago. It was evident then, he was a good dude. (Read EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: CITO CULVER for more.)

Well, have no fear, Cito has signed a deal with the independent ball club, the Rockland Boulders out of Rockland County, NY.

NorthJersey.com writes:

"The infielder is returning to New York to play baseball, but it won't be in the Bronx or Queens. The Rockland Boulders, who play in the Can-Am League, announced the signing of Culver, 26, ahead of the 2019 season. 

Culver was the 32nd overall pick in the 2010 MLB Draft, and according to the Boulders is the highest-drafted player in the history of their franchise. Culver was drafted out of high school at 18 and featured at Class A, AA, and AAA for the Yankees, most recently in 2017. 

Last year, Culver appeared for the Class AAA affiliate for the Miami Marlins before opting for free agency, the Boulders said. "

I'm pretty excited. I go up the see the Boulders a lot.  I'm gonna try and get up there this season to watch Cito play...maybe hang with him. We shall see.

Anyway... looking forward to this. I hope he does well.

Now I know what you're thinking. "Why do I care about Cito Culver?" Hey... we always try to report on former Yankees here at BYB.  This is no different.

Happy Saturday everyone.