Derek Jeter all class, goes out on his terms

“Derek Jeter has been a great representative of what the Yankees have stood for over the years," manager Joe Girardi said in a statement. "He has been a team player who has only cared about winning. He has also been a fine example both on and off the 

Get the farewell tour ready. Present Derek Jeter with only the rarest and most expensive presents. You will be judged by your gifts, and if found wanting you will be shunned by the baseball community.

TAMPA, Fla. — Derek Jeter could have walked away from the New York Yankees whenever he wanted. It was his choice. If he wanted to switch positions and play third base next season, it was his prerogative. JETER: Announces his retirement after 2014 

Yankees captain Derek Jeter, who recently announced that he'll retire following the 2014 season, would be legend enough based on the numbers alone. Those numbers are unassailable, and they're why he'll be ferried into the Hall of Fame on the first

On Wednesday afternoon, Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter announced via a lengthy statement on Facebook that he would retire after the coming season. Here is the entirety of that statement: I want to start by saying thank you.