Derek Jeter has followed in the footsteps of numerous Yankees legends, but the shortstop earned an honor on Monday that none of his predecessors ever did.
The 35-year-old had a memorable season, batting .334 with a .406 on-base percentage and 212 hits, finishing third in the American League's MVP voting. He captivated the city in early September with his chase of Lou Gehrig's franchise hits record, one he claimed as his own on Sept. 11 against the Orioles. Continue
the only reason why jeter got the sportman of the year is because.he has been with the yankees for years and he is good.
Posted by: ccs | December 10, 2009 at 10:04 AM