Derek Jeter

Date of Birth: June 26, 1974

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Biography

Derek Sanderson Jeter is a retired American professional baseball shortstop, businessman, and baseball executive. Born on June 26, 1974, in Pequannock Township, New Jersey, Jeter spent his 20-year Major League Baseball (MLB) career with the New York Yankees. He is a five-time World Series champion and is regarded as one of the most consistent and reliable players in MLB history. Jeter’s career batting average is .310, and he finished with 3,465 hits, the sixth most in MLB history. Known for his leadership, clutch performance, and sportsmanship, Jeter was the Yankees’ team captain from 2003 until his retirement in 2014. His accolades include 14 All-Star selections, five Gold Glove Awards, and five Silver Slugger Awards. After retiring, Jeter transitioned into a business role, becoming part-owner and CEO of the Miami Marlins from 2017 to 2022. He was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 2020, his first year of eligibility.

5 Interesting Facts about Derek Jeter

1. Derek Jeter was the first player in MLB history to win both the All-Star Game MVP and the World Series MVP in the same season (2000).

2. He holds the record for the most hits in postseason history with 200.

3. Jeter was awarded the Roberto Clemente Award in 2009, which honors players who combine outstanding play with devoted work in the community.

4. He is one of only a few players to finish his career with over 3,000 hits, joining the esteemed 3,000-hit club on July 9, 2011.

5. Jeter’s number 2 jersey was retired by the New York Yankees on May 14, 2017.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Derek Jeter

1. “There may be people who have more talent than you, but there’s no excuse for anyone to work harder than you do.”

2. “I love it when people doubt me. It makes me work harder to prove them wrong.”

3. “You don’t just accidentally show up in the World Series.”

4. “Your image isn’t your character. Character is what you are as a person.”

5. “My office is at Yankee Stadium. Yes, dreams do come true.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Derek Jeter’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $200 million.

Children

Derek Jeter has three daughters with his wife, Hannah Davis Jeter. The names of his daughters are Bella Raine Jeter, born in August 2017, Story Grey Jeter, born in January 2019, and River Rose Jeter, born in December 2021.