Derek Jeter: The Captain’s 5 Most Thrilling Moments in Pinstripes
July 9, 2011 · Josh Martin · Jump to comments
Article Source: Bleacher Report - New York Yankees
At long last, New York City can breathe again now that Derek Jeter is officially a member of the 3,000-hit club.
With one decisive and, well, rather Jeter-like swing, the Yankees captain became the 28th person in Major League Baseball history to reach the coveted milestone by depositing a pitch from Tampa Bay Rays ace David Price into the left field bleachers at the new Yankee Stadium, which may be referred to rather appropriately as the “House That Jeter Built.”
Clearly, a moment like this, wherein Jeter not only solidifies his status as an all-time Bronx Bomber but also cements his place as an immortal in the game of baseball, belongs among the most memorable of a wildly successful 17-year career in which “Mr. November” has been the Rookie of the Year, the MVP of the All-Star Game and the World Series, five times a Gold Glove winner, 12 times a participant in the Midsummer Classic and five times a World Series champion.
In the spirit of this joyous occasion for the Yankees faithful and for all who appreciate the rich history and tradition of the game of baseball, here are the five most exciting moments of what will surely be the Hall-of-Fame career of Derek Jeter.
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