Who is Derek Jeter

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Derek Jeter Makes The Yankees Go

It has been said of Derek Jeter, "All he does is beat you!"

That's true as far as it goes, but it tends to mask the accomplishments of the future Hall of Fame shortstop.

Yes, Jeter does have an almost uncanny ability to get the big hit or make the crucial play, but he also produces day in and day out. Former New York Yankees manager Joe Torre has frequently remarked that Jeter seems to start every Yankees rally or cap it.

The Yankees began a remarkable new edition of their dynasty just as Jeter arrived in 1996. The Yankees won their first World Series championship in nearly two decades and Derek Jeter easily won the American League Rookie of the Year award.

The 1996 World Championship kicked off an amazing run of 4 World Series victories in 5 years. During this run, Jeter became the heart and soul of the pinstripers. They became known as "Jeter's Yankees" much like the squads of the 1940's and 1950's were called 'DiMaggio's Yankees".


Congratulations to Derek Jeter and the New York Yankees on winning yet another World Series Championship in 2009!!

Although he is not a great home run hitter like former Yankees Royalty, Jeter has now assumed an equal place in the hearts of Bronx Bomber fans alongside Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Joe DiMaggio, and Mickey Mantle.

Derek Jeter is a winner - That's what makes him Yankee Royalty. 

Derek Jeter New York Yankees Home Pinstripe MLB Replica Jersey

Derek Jeter New York Yankees Home Pinstripe MLB Replica Jersey

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Derek Jeter New York Yankees MVP T-Shirt

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Derek Jeter (Team Captain) Tribute

Jeter's Signature Play

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The Life You Imagine: Life Lessons for Achieving Your Dreams (Paperback)

by Derek Jeter

The Life You Imagine: Life Lessons for Achieving Your Dreams

"A true inspirational and motivational book. Once I began reading, I found it difficult to put down. A true tribute to how determination, dedication, love, support and a positive attitude can help anyone achieve whatever dreams they desire. Derek Jeter's journey from a childhood dream to the steps and scarifices he took in accomplishing his goal is a life lesson for anyone, whether you're 9 or 99. An intimate look at his family, his thoughts, his fears, his struggles, his triumphs...I found myself laughing, crying and reflecting on my own life as I related his experiences to my own. This book teaches you about Derek Jeter, but mostly, it teaches you about life. A+++++" - Kelli Brown

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Derek Jeter Highlights

Here are just a few Derek Jeter Highlights ...many more to come :)

1996 Rookie of the Year

4 .... make that 5 .....World Series Championships

Finished a close 2nd in AL MVP voting for 2006 season.

Captain of the New York Yankees

9 time All-Star

3 time Gold Glove winner

2006 American League Hank Aaron Award

Are you in the Derek Jeter Fan Club?

  • StephenC Mar 11, 2011 @ 1:29 pm | delete
    Not a member of the fan club, but he is certainly a Hall of Famer, no question.
  • c24delta Sep 24, 2009 @ 7:07 pm | delete
    Derek Jeter plays with passion and class. He "GETS" what it means to be a true NY Yankee.
    Check this site out it has quick stats on where Jeter ranks all time with the Yankees.
    http://www.bloggerhogg.com/derek-jeter-yankees/
  • Mike Apr 17, 2009 @ 5:38 pm | delete
    No, how can u be?

    E-mail me at kingmichael69@yahoo.com
  • jhamcute Feb 15, 2009 @ 2:15 pm | delete
    i would swallow jeter!!!!
  • Justin_Fraser Jan 26, 2009 @ 11:03 am | delete
    Great lens! Jeter is a great player! Supossedly Arod has been obsessed with him since he came to NY! Joe Torre wrote about it in his new book: The Yankee Years. Let me know what you think of my lens: www.squidoo.com/TheYankeeYears
  • monse Sep 22, 2008 @ 6:02 pm | delete
    derek is amaizing; I saw him since 1996 and I love him since the first game when I was saw. He is strong; and he I odn't know what are the proper words, but in spanish; " EL muestra tanta pasion por los Yankess como mi padre nos enseño a sentir por ellos; siendo siempre fan de los yankees
  • WorldTravelers916 Jul 17, 2008 @ 4:06 pm | delete
    Jeter is a phenominal player my favorite!!
  • WorldTravelers916 Jun 30, 2008 @ 12:37 pm | delete
    Jeter is one of the best players to ever wear pinstripes
    hid

2007 Topps #40 Derek Jeter w/ Mickey Mantle & George Bush

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2007 Topps #40 Derek Jeter w/ Mickey Mantle & George Bush

This is the 2007 Topps baseball card featuring Derek Jeter, Mickey Mantle, and President George Bush. Supposedly, it was released by accident. It's a great baseball card and a really hot collector's item.

Needless to say, this card is rare and may not be available for long.

Derek Jeter Vids

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Keep Up With Derek Jeter

Derek Jeter Can No Longer Carry the New York Yankees for a Full Season
the line would be that the Yankees always win because they have Derek Jeter. He's the heart of the team, and he's been the heart of the team for close to two decades at this point. I'm not about to challenge Jeter's status as the heart and soul of the ...
Derek Jeter passes George Brett on the all-time hits list
But when Derek Jeter moved by Brett on the all-time hits list today, the Hall of Famer issued a statement to congratulate the Yankees captain. ?He's been the backbone of his organization for a long, long time,? Brett said.
Yankees' Derek Jeter passes George Brett, Kansas City Royals Hall of Famer, on ...
OAKLAND ? Derek Jeter passed another Hall of Famer on the all-time hits list Sunday afternoon, though it was the last thing on the Captain's mind following the Yankees' sweep of the A's. With his first-inning single, Jeter passed George Brett to take ...
Derek Jeter and A-Rod: NY Yankee Greats Pursue Record Baseball Numbers
... maybe Rodriguez's chances are a little better. Come the 2015 season, if A-Rod is at 700-plus and Jeter has a new contract, then conversations like this will be that much more fun. NEW YORK , NY - APRIL 27 : Derek Jeter # 2 of the New York.

The Two Greatest Living Yankees....and their favorite piece of hardware!

The Captain having some fun with Yogi.

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