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".

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

Show you're a Derek Jeter fan with this New York Yankees Home Pinstripe MLB Replica Jersey with Jeter's name and number on the back and the Yankees "NY" logo on the front.

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Derek Jeter at a Glance 

Derek Jeter born June 26, 1974 in Pequannock Township

Derek Sanderson Jeter (; born June 26, 1974) is an American Major League Baseball player. Jeter is a ten-time All-Star shortstop, and currently the captain of the New York Yankees.

Jeter has spent his entire career with the Yankees, beginning in 1995 when he was 20 years old. In 2009, he passed Mickey Mantle for most career at-bats with the team. Mantle held the coveted Yankee record since 1968. He also passed Babe Ruth for most career doubles on June 23, 2009 against the Atlanta Braves. Jeter has won the American League Rookie of the Year Award, a Silver Slugger Award, and three Gold Glove Aw...

Derek Jeter New York Yankees MVP T-Shirt 

Derek Jeter New York Yankees MVP T-Shirt

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* Player's name and number on back
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The Derek Jeter Flip 

Jeter's Signature Play

No matter how many times I view this great play, I still get goose bumps. This flip play, which has become Derek Jeter's signature play, shows what the great Yankees shortstop is all about in capsule form.

Jeter demonstrates great hustle, uncanny baseball sense, and his famous 'intangibile' abilities, all in one single 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

Derek Jeter Highlights 

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

1996 Rookie of the Year

4 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? 

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Mike wrote

No, how can u be?

E-mail me at kingmichael69@yahoo.com

Reply Posted April 17, 2009

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jhamcute wrote

i would swallow jeter!!!!

Reply Posted February 15, 2009

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ReplyPosted January 26, 2009

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monse wrote

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 enseņo a sentir por ellos; siendo siempre fan de los yankees

Reply Posted September 22, 2008

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WorldTravelers916

Jeter is a phenominal player my favorite!!

ReplyPosted July 17, 2008

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WorldTravelers916

Jeter is one of the best players to ever wear pinstripes
hid

ReplyPosted June 30, 2008

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

Hot collector's item

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.

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Keep Up With Derek Jeter 

Crew chief addresses disputed tag on Jeter
In the first inning of Monday's game between New York and Toronto at Yankee Stadium, Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter was called out trying to steal third by ...
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After the game Monday, Derek Jeter said that the third-base umpire, Marty Foster, told him he was out because the ball beat him to the bag so he didn't have ...
Derek Jeter, Yankees bats bail out Joba Chamberlain, outslug Blue Jays
BY Peter Botte Derek Jeter goes 4-for-5 and hits go-ahead homer in fifth to help lift Yankees. Joba Chamberlain gives up eight runs (three earned) in 3.2 ...