NEW YORK — Everything about the hit and the moment and the celebration spoke for itself. It was visible. It was tangible. It was perhaps the most memorable thing even longtime fans or observers had ever seen at a baseball game. The Dive, The Flip, No.
Derek Jeter didn't cry, but the Yankees star was clearly moved by the outpouring of support he received following his walk-off heroics in his last home game as a Yankee. Jeter came through with the game-winning RBI single
UPDATE: This article has been updated to reflect the record setting numbers for MLB Network and MLB.TV on top of YES Network. Derek Jeter's final game at Yankee Stadium that ended as one for the ages, drew record numbers on television, according to
"Every induction weekend has its own set [of issues]. When you're looking ahead to a guy like Derek Jeter, you have to prepare. That guy has affected and touched so many people that everyone will want to share in it." The Associated Press contributed
That's the first batter, Nick Markakis, going yard EXACTLY in line with the Derek Jeter chant, leading to a smattering of boos amid the chanting. The next guy homered, too. Back-2-back homers for #2! Lovely! Recommended.