Ok, well, maybe "jeet" isn't a real word, but ask any baseball fan what image comes to mind when they hear that term and the answer will be unanimous; The King of NY- Derek Jeter.
Obviously, the media likes to overexcite the notion of free agent signings, especially in regard to the NY area teams. This offseason happens to take place after an #epicfail by the Yanks in the postseason and is now highlighted by the big ol' question: Will DJ retire in pinstripes?
The question is stupid. The answer is a sure-fire yes. The questioning comes behind closed doors, when big Hal "I wanna be daddy" Steinbrenner and DJ's agents decide just how big that contract is going to be.
So, were on about day 6 of the jeet-track and already twitter is giving us some interesting leads: Jeter to the Tigers? I mean, cmon, he did grow up in Michigan. DJ to third base, and A-Rod to DH, leaving Jorge without a home instead? No, f'n, way. Nothing will change with last years roster except for some shiny new signing bonuses and a bolstered pitching staff (and maybe the trade-away of either Gardner or Swish).
So, the fact that journalists are even toying with the idea that DJ won't sign another 100 year 100 billion dollar contract is ludicrous. For God's sake the guy has been making outstanding plays from the middle of the infield since 95, 95!
So, Peter Gammons and Tom Verducci, eat a dick. Realize that in this case, for this franchise, money in nonsense and the power is in the pinstripes. Shit, Jeter can be player/coach and play 15 games a year and the guy will still deserve every.single.penny.
Until that number 28 comes around, well be waiting patiently to see who is next. DJ-see ya soon!
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